Law enforcement in North Carolina had to request backup when a man who had allegedly hurt his wife refused to let his children leave their home, authorities say.

Tyrone Jenkins, 44, stands charged with four felony counts of false imprisonment , as well as four counts of child abuse, domestic violence, and resisting a public officer, all misdemeanors. The incident unfolded on Thursday, as officers with the Matthews Police Department arrived to a home regarding a report of a domestic disturbance.

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It was just after 4:30 p.m. when officers pulled into Chambers Drive and arrived at the home on the 1700 block, according to a press release issued by the po

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