A man who allegedly assaulted a woman this week in eastern San Diego County, then tried to ram a police car with his vehicle during an ensuing pursuit was behind bars Tuesday on suspicion of attempted murder and other felonies.

The alleged domestic abuse in the 1400 block of East Madison Avenue in El Cajon was reported shortly before 7 p.m. Monday, according to the El Cajon Police Department.

"The suspect had allegedly tried to stab the victim and threatened to kill her," Lt. Nick Sprecco said. "He was a repeat offender known to officers and fled the scene prior to their arrival."

Searching for the suspect, 38-year-old Casey Amilcar Cassanova of El Cajon, officers spotted him driving through the neighborhood, according to police. When they tried to pull him over, he allegedly refused to

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