Man Charged with Rape, Abduction of Girlfriend in Henry County

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A 28-year-old Martinsville man has been arrested and charged with the abduction, rape, and assault of his girlfriend after she reported being held against her will and severely attacked at his residence. The victim was able to regain access to her phone and contact 911 while traveling with Stockton, leading to his detention by authorities at a local laundromat.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the need for greater resources and support for victims, as well as the challenges law enforcement faces in responding to such complex and dangerous situations involving intimate partners.

The details

According to the Henry County Sheriff's Office, Tyson Me'Shad Bryant Stockton has been charged with two counts each of domestic assault, rape, forcible sodomy, abduction, and strangulation. The victim reported being assaulted at Stockton's residence on Clearview Drive in Martinsville, and was later able to regain access to her phone to call 911 while traveling with Stockton. She was treated for her injuries at a local hospital and released.

• On Saturday, February 21, 2026, the victim contacted 911 to report being held against her will by Stockton.
• Stockton was detained by deputies at a laundromat in the Leatherwood Crossing area.
• The alleged assault took place the previous night at Stockton's residence on Clearview Drive in Martinsville.

What’s next

Stockton is currently being held at the Henry County Adult Detention Center without bond, and the judge will determine whether to grant him bail at a future hearing.