A Knoxville man was taken into custody after the report of a domestic disturbance Friday. At 1:06 p.m., officers were dispatched to 702 S Roche Street, the residence of 44-year-old Gregory Latas, for a domestic disturbance in progress. Upon investigation, officers discovered lacerations on the victim’s head and left forearm. Latas allegedly hit the victim in the head with his cane and threw a tray at the victim.

Latas admitted to the assault, but told officers he was defending himself against the victim, who was throwing things at him. The couple share the residence.

Latas is being held in the Marion County Jail. A preliminary hearing is being held today. Latas faces felony charges of Domestic Abuse Assault 3rd or Subsequent Offense.