Man Wanted For Assaulting His Grandfather

The suspect was under the influence of alcohol when he became enraged.

Marlboro County police are searching for a man wanted in connection to a brutal assault.

Deputies responded to a medical facility where an elderly man was receiving treatment. He informed them that his grandson, 25-year-old Loshan Bennett, was under the influence of alcohol when he became enraged after he was asked to find alternative living arrangements.

Bennett reportedly pulled a handgun on his grandfather and threatened to take his life while physically assaulting him with the weapon. The victim fell to the ground when Bennett choked him to the point of near unconsciousness.

Bennett is now wanted for assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature, as well as pointing and presenting a firearm. He is considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Marlboro County authorities.