Man Arrested for Breaking Into Adams County Home, Assaulting Homeowner

Suspect also had an outstanding warrant in Oklahoma

Apr. 2, 2026 at 1:22pm

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A 32-year-old man has been arrested and charged with home invasion and aggravated assault after he allegedly forced his way into an Adams County home, threatened a resident with a knife, and assaulted the 67-year-old homeowner, causing visible injuries.

Why it matters

Home invasions and violent property crimes can have a significant impact on community safety and residents' sense of security in their own homes. This incident highlights the need for effective law enforcement response and prosecution of such crimes.

The details

According to the Adams County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded around 6:20 a.m. on April 1 to a disturbance at 109 B Kaiser Lake Road. Investigators said Charles Michael Nettles unlawfully entered the home by forcing open the back door. Once inside, Nettles allegedly armed himself with a kitchen knife and threatened a woman in the home, attempting to approach her with the weapon. The victim was able to lock herself in a bedroom and contact the homeowner. When the 67-year-old homeowner returned, Nettles attacked him, choking the victim and causing visible injuries including cuts and bruises.

  • Deputies responded around 6:20 a.m. on April 1 to the disturbance call.
  • The incident occurred at a home on 109 B Kaiser Lake Road in Adams County.

The players

Charles Michael Nettles

A 32-year-old man who has been charged with home invasion and aggravated assault for the incident.

Travis Patten

The Adams County Sheriff who praised the deputies and investigators involved in the case.

Tulsa Police Department

Authorities confirmed Nettles had an active felony bond jumping warrant out of Tulsa, Oklahoma, but Tulsa officials do not plan to seek extradition at this time.

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What they’re saying

“We must commend the quick response and thorough investigative work of our deputies in this case. Protecting the safety of our residents is our top priority.”

— Travis Patten, Adams County Sheriff

What’s next

Nettles remains jailed at the Adams County Detention Center, and authorities are determining if Tulsa officials will seek extradition for the outstanding warrant.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of effective law enforcement response and prosecution of violent home invasion crimes to maintain public safety and security in the community.