Joel Demond White

On July 3, 2025, Minneapolis Police Officers were dispatched to a known residence located in Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota, on an assault call. Upon arrival, officers met Victim, who reported that her husband, JOEL DEMOND WHITE, the defendant herein, assaulted and strangled her. Victim reported that the defendant came over to her residence to see their daughter. Victim stated that they talked about divorcing and defendant became upset and grabbed her around the neck and strangled her. Victim stated that she became dizzy and it was difficult for her to breathe.

Victim also stated that she suffered some difficulty in swallowing. Victim reported that after the strangulation, the defendant punched her in the face with a closed fist and then slapped her across the face with an open hand. Officers observed redness on Victim’s neck and ear and lacerations inside her mouth. The defendant is not currently in custody. Due to the nature of this crime, the State requests a warrant.