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A man from Memphis is accused of biting a baby on the face and running through several locations, asserting that his family was attempting to harm him, as per a Tennessee affidavit.
Jerry L. Stark, 34, faces a charge of domestic assault stemming from the early May 1 incident. The events spanned multiple locations before concluding at a restaurant on North Hollywood Street, law enforcement stated.
An affidavit acquired by Fox News Digital indicates that officers responded to a call at Memphis Wings shortly before 1 a.m. There, they discovered Stark inside the establishment, shouting and in a state of panic while holding the infant.
Onlookers informed the police that Stark had been seen running through the vicinity with the infant, seeking assistance and at times yelling that his family intended to kill him.
Jerry L. Stark is alleged to have bitten an infant during a tumultuous event in Memphis, according to an affidavit. (Shelby County Sheriff’s Office)
Prior to his arrival at the restaurant, Stark was observed at several nearby places, including two service stations. Witnesses there stated he was carrying the infant and exhibiting erratic behavior. He then proceeded south on North Hollywood Street towards the restaurant, still holding the child.
Inside the business, witnesses reported that Stark lay down on the kitchen floor with the infant, continuing to call for help. Several individuals intervened upon noticing the infant seemed to be in distress, telling police the baby was being squeezed and was starting to turn blue.
One witness recounted that when questioned about the situation, Stark stated, “My family is trying to kill me.”
Law enforcement arrived at this Memphis Wings restaurant in Memphis, Tennessee, responding to an incident involving a man and an infant, where the man was accused of biting the child, according to an affidavit. (Google Maps)
During the confrontation, witnesses reported that Stark bit the child on the right side of the face. Eventually, bystanders were able to take the infant from his custody and exited the establishment before contacting the police, the affidavit details.
A video shared on social media by a witness appears to show Stark inside the restaurant while several people held the door shut to prevent his departure. Those holding the door could be heard issuing warnings to Stark should he attempt to escape.
The individual who posted the video commented, “Seeing that baby face really broke my heart. I can’t even sleep thinking about that baby. The devil is busy but god always on time.”
A patrol vehicle from the Memphis Police Department is visible on a street in Memphis, Tennessee. (Brad Vest/Getty Images)
The infant was transported to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital due to a facial injury and was reported to be in stable condition, not critical.
The child’s mother informed officers that earlier in the evening, Stark had allegedly pushed her out of a moving vehicle while they were traveling. However, police noted they did not observe any apparent injuries on her.
Stark was apprehended at the scene and taken to 201 Poplar Ave. The situation is currently undergoing investigation.
Jail records indicate Stark is being held without bail as it has not yet been determined. His court appearance is scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday.