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Libby man accused of strangling woman

by SCOTT SHINDLEDECKER
The Western News | March 12, 2024 7:00 AM

A Libby man is jailed after being accused of assaulting the mother of his child during an incident last month.

Silas C. Behee, 36, is charged with felony strangulation of a partner or family member as well as two misdemeanors for partner or family member assault and the destruction of a communication device to prevent reporting a criminal offense.

He is being detained in the Lincoln County Detention Center on $40,000 bail. He was arraigned on the charges on Monday, March 11, and pleaded not guilty. His next court hearing is set for April 15.

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