David Brent, the head homicide prosecutor for the Orange County’s District Attorney’s Office, was arrested over the holidays for alleged domestic violence.

According to reports, Huntington Beach police responded to a 911 call from Brent’s wife in which she claimed he punched her in the face.  Apparently, the two were arguing over a Christmas present while in the parking lot of a high school. 

Brent left the scene on foot before police arrived and was apprehended nearby.  His wife, who was treated for injuries by medics, was also taken into custody.  Both were arrested and booked on suspicion of inflicting corporal injury on a spouse.  Brent was subsequently released on $50,000 bond.  

The case has been referred to the state attorney general and is currently under review to determine if charges will be filed against either party.