Former Atlanta Braves Player Accused of Battery by his Wife

Former Atlanta Braves player, Andruw Jones has been accused of battery by his wife, Nicole Jones. He apparently dragged her down a staircase, gripped her neck and said he wanted to kill her. Amdruw was released on bond following his arrest for battery charge. The incident is said to have occurred at approximately 1:30 .m. on Christmas Day after Nicole reportedly asked him to help her around the house in preparation for the holiday. Nicole told police that she attempted to get away but Andruw grabbed her by the ankle and pulled her back down the stairs. He got on top of her and said, ''I want to kill you”. ''Due to Andruw's level of intoxication, Nicole said that she was able to push him back and move away from him,'' the report states. Police said they found injuries on her neck, which they photographed for evidence. Police officers that arrived at their home say that Andruw seemed confused as to what took place. ''We entered into the bedroom and announced 'Gwinnett County police,''' an officer reported. ''Andruw did not respond and it appeared as though he was passed out in his clothes,'' the officer wrote. ''I touched Andruw on the arm and said 'Gwinnett County police, Andruw, we need to speak with you.' Andruw woke up and appeared dazed. He appeared heavily intoxicated and confused about why officers were standing in his bedroom.''