A Beckley man is facing multiple charges after deputies say he intentionally struck another vehicle in Summers County while a domestic violence protective order was in effect.
According to a criminal complaint, Summers County deputies responded to a call on December 16, 2025, in the Wildwood area regarding a reported domestic incident involving Dale Nelson, 44, of Beckley.
Investigators said a caller reported that Nelson rammed another vehicle with his own. During the investigation, deputies confirmed that an active domestic violence protective order had been issued against Nelson on November 20, 2025, in Greenbrier County.
Authorities said the protective order prohibited any contact between Nelson and the occupant of the other vehicle.
Deputies allege Nelson intentionally used his vehicle to strike the other vehicle, causing significant damage estimated to exceed $3,000.
As a result of the investigation, Nelson was charged with domestic battery and destruction of property. He was taken into custody and is currently being held at Southern Regional Jail.