Chesapeake sheriff's deputy charged in family assault case

A Chesapeake Sheriff's Office deputy has been charged with assault involving a family member following an alleged confrontation with his brother.

Jonathan Horton, 41, was arrested Saturday, Nov. 7, according to a sheriff's office statement reported by the Daily Press.

Horton has worked for the sheriff's office since 2007.

The agency placed him on administrative duty pending the criminal proceedings and an internal review. It released no additional information about the circumstances of the case.

Complaint alleges deputy struck brother with SUV

Court documents reviewed by 13News Now describe an alleged incident around 1:20 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, in Chesapeake's West Munden area.

According to a criminal complaint, Robert Horton alleged that he was attempting to speak with his brother, Jonathan Horton, outside his home when the deputy turned his SUV toward him and struck him.

The allegation has not been established in court.

A warrant charging Jonathan Horton with assault and battery against a family or household member was executed Nov. 7, according to the court records reviewed by 13News Now.

The sheriff's office described the charge as simple assault involving a family member.

Horton was released after posting bail, the station reported.

Protective order issued

Court records reviewed by 13News Now also showed that an emergency protective order was issued for Robert Horton following the alleged incident.

The order was scheduled to remain in effect through Tuesday, Nov. 10.

The available reports did not establish what led to the confrontation or provide a response to the allegations from Jonathan Horton or an attorney representing him.