A Summerville man is facing multiple charges following a domestic dispute and subsequent theft investigation on June 20, 2025. According to a police report, Summerville Police responded to a call at 10:36 AM. involving a domestic situation. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim, who alleged that Nathiel Ratledge, the offender, pinned her to the ground and strangled her. Another woman, also identified as a victim in the report, stated she attempted to intervene and was allegedly punched by Nathiel Ratledge. Following the resolution of the domestic dispute, the victims reported that Nathiel Ratledge had stolen $3,000 from a locked box in a bedroom. Officers recovered $160 of the stolen funds scattered throughout the residence. During questioning, Nathiel Ratledge initially claimed to have given the money to a student to help a friend post bail. He later changed his story, stating he gave the money to a female to purchase a phone. The police report indicates that one of the victims possesses text messages in which Nathiel Ratledge allegedly admits to taking the money. Nathiel Ratledge was transported to Floyd Medical Center for a mental health evaluation. An arrest warrant was submitted, charging Nathiel Ratledge with two counts of simple battery and one count of theft by taking. The case remains under investigation.