Southport Man Faces Felony Strangulation Charge in Brunswick County
Michael Ray Desjean, a 44-year-old man from Southport, has been charged with felony assault by strangulation and misdemeanor domestic violence in Brunswick County. The alleged incident involved choking his wife on September 13, according to court documents.
Wilmington, NC, September 23, 2026 — A 44-year-old Southport resident is facing serious legal charges following an alleged domestic incident in Brunswick County. Michael Ray Desjean has been charged with felony assault by strangulation and misdemeanor domestic violence.
Court documents indicate that the alleged incident occurred on September 13. According to the filings, Desjean is accused of choking his wife. The specific details surrounding the alleged choking, including the duration and any resulting injuries, were not provided in the available court documents.
The charges were filed in Brunswick County. The felony assault by strangulation charge signifies a potentially severe offense, while the misdemeanor domestic violence charge addresses the broader context of the alleged incident. Information regarding Desjean’s current court status, arraignment date, or plea was not immediately available.
Desjean, who is from Southport, has been formally charged based on the allegations detailed in court records. The Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office or local police department would typically handle the initial investigation into such matters, though specific investigative details were not disclosed in the summary.
As legal proceedings are underway, further information regarding the case is expected to become public through court filings and proceedings. The contractor’s name, details of any subsequent proceedings, or outcomes are not yet available.
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