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White Plains Man Charged in 13-Count Indictment for Repeatedly Strangling, Assaulting Ex-Girlfriend

September 0, 2026

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace announced today that a White Plains man was charged in a 13-count indictment for strangling and assaulting his ex-girlfriend during a violent attack in June and repeatedly violating an order of protection following his arrest.

The defendant, Micah Jackson, 21, was arraigned on Aug. 25, 2026, before Judge Susan Capeci in Westchester County Court on the following charges:

  • Strangulation in the Second Degree: Class D Felony
  • Two counts of Criminal Contempt in the First Degree: Class E Felony
  • Two counts of Grand Larceny in the Fourth Degree: Class E Felony
  • Petit Larceny: Class A Misdemeanor
  • Two counts of Assault in the Third Degree: Class A Misdemeanor
  • Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation: Class A Misdemeanor
  • Criminal Contempt in the Second Degree: Class A Misdemeanor
  • Three counts of Harassment in the Second Degree: Violation

The defendant pleaded not guilty and was released from custody on $10,000 cash bail. He is due back in court on Sept. 16, 2026.

DA Cacace said: “Domestic violence is a devastating crime that inflicts profound trauma on victims, and what begins behind closed doors can too often escalate into horrific and dangerous conduct. Every victim deserves to know that they are not alone and have allies in law enforcement who will stand beside them. In this case, our prosecutors worked diligently alongside investigators from the Yonkers Police Department to ensure that the defendant is held accountable for his persistent and violent conduct. I commend the victim for her bravery and I applaud the collaborative efforts that went into this case, which was strengthened by New York's STRIVE initiative. STRIVE (Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence) is a program focused on reducing domestic violence statewide and preventing serious injury and homicide in high-risk cases. Together, we can work to break the cycle of abuse.”

Yonkers Police Commissioner Christopher Sapienza said: “Breaking the cycle of intimate partner violence is not just about a single arrest, it requires a coordinated community response. I commend the District Attorney’s Office for their unwavering support in these cases. As our dedicated officers in the Domestic Violence Unit wrap up their investigation, the District Attorney’s Office will see justice through to the end. Through the resources made available by the STRIVE initiative, the Yonkers Police Department is better equipped than ever to enhance domestic violence investigations and connect survivors with the needed resources to begin their journey toward safety and healing.”

On June 1, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m., it is alleged that the defendant approached his ex-girlfriend near Nepperhan Avenue and Yonkers Avenue in Yonkers and struck her in the face and placed his hands around her neck, applying pressure, after she refused to talk to him. When the victim broke free, she ran towards her car and jumped into the back seat, but the defendant allegedly grabbed her keys, opened the door, and proceeded to strike her in the face.

The victim escaped from the car and entered a taxi, but the defendant allegedly followed her into the cab before they arrived at another nearby location. When the victim asked the defendant to return her car keys, he allegedly charged at her, punched her in the face, and strangled her until she lost consciousness.

The defendant allegedly left the location with the victim’s car and stole her cell phones.

A temporary order of protection was issued against the defendant following his June 5, 2026, arrest. The defendant allegedly violated that order on June 14, June 15 and June 24.

The investigation was conducted by the Yonkers Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit, with assistance from the Westchester County District Attorney’s Domestic Violence Bureau and Yonkers Branch.

The collaboration between the Yonkers Police Department and the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office is a byproduct of New York’s Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence (STRIVE) initiative. Launched by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), STRIVE promotes a strategic, data-informed approach to responding to intimate partner violence, with a focus on high-risk cases and collaboration among law enforcement agencies and community organizations.

The defendant currently has two additional open cases throughout Yonkers. If you or someone you know is a victim, we encourage you to contact the police or the DA’s Office immediately:

  • Police Emergency: 911
  • Yonkers Police Department Domestic Violence Unit: (914) 377-7322 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Westchester DA’s Office Multi-Lingual Tips Line: (914) 995-TIPS (8477)
  • New York State Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-942-6906 (24 Hours; English or Spanish)

The case is being prosecuted by Assistant District Attorneys Arlene Ramezanzadeh of the Special Prosecutions Division and Amelia Tadanier of the Yonkers Branch.

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The charges against the defendant are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.