From the desk of Sheriff Scott Bradley

On November 3rd, 2016, Deputies from the Van Buren County Sheriff's Office responded to a disturbance call in the Sills Peninsula area of Van Buren County.  After arriving a speaking with the victim, deputies noticed that the victim had injuries and was bleeding.  Victim stated that 37 year old John. F Spillane of Shirley had choked them as well.  Spillane was arrested and charged with Domestic Battery in the 3rd degree.  Spillane later bonded on the charges and was served with a no contact order.

Law enforcement makes arrest on facts they gather. All person are presumed innocent until proven guilty