Bartlesville Woman Charged With Strangulation

30-year-old Charity Tatum faces felony and misdemeanor charges

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A 30-year-old Bartlesville woman named Charity Tatum has been charged with domestic assault and battery by strangulation, as well as resisting an officer, after an alleged incident of strangling someone.

Why it matters

Domestic violence and strangulation cases are serious crimes that often indicate a pattern of abuse and can lead to severe injury or death. This case highlights the need for law enforcement and the justice system to take these types of allegations seriously and protect victims.

The details

According to the Bartlesville Police Department, Tatum was charged on Monday with the felony of domestic assault and battery by strangulation as well as a misdemeanor charge of resisting an officer. The charges stem from an alleged incident where Tatum is accused of strangling someone.

  • Tatum was charged on Monday, February 23, 2026.

The players

Charity Tatum

A 30-year-old Bartlesville woman who has been charged with domestic assault and battery by strangulation and resisting an officer.

Bartlesville Police Department

The law enforcement agency that charged Tatum with the crimes.

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The takeaway

This case highlights the serious nature of domestic violence and strangulation crimes, which require a strong response from law enforcement and the justice system to protect victims and hold offenders accountable.