Pair accused of attacking man while searching for dog
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POCATELLO — A late night search for a missing dog ended in two arrests Sunday.
Just after 11 p.m., police responded to an assault call on 1200 block of South 3rd street.
Police say two people were looking for a lost dog and at one point became involved in a confrontation with a man who lives in the area.
The altercation became physical and the man told police Brittany Ann Bolliger, 25, struck him in the head with a hammer.
Pocatello police say that they could not confirm through injuries on the victim that a hammer was actually used but officers did find enough evidence to arrested Bolliger on a felony aggravated battery charge.
Scott lemar Bush Jr., 20, was also allegedly involved in the attack and is charged with misdemeanor battery.
The victim was treated on scene for minor injuries.
Bolliger was booked in the Bannock County Detention Center and is scheduled to appear in court today where bond will be set.
Bush is being held $300 bond.