US EditionRealtor Accused of Chaining Woman ‘Like a Dog’ Killed at Least 7, Officials Say
PHOENIX, ARIZONA, JUL 9 – Timothy James Wood faces multiple charges after allegedly restraining and abusing his girlfriend in a locked shed for over two weeks, police and medical staff confirmed.
- Phoenix police arrested 36-year-old Timothy James Wood on multiple felony charges after a woman escaped captivity in a backyard shed in early July 2025.
- Wood allegedly held the victim captive for over 14 days by chaining shed doors and tying her ankle with a tow strap, then repeatedly assaulted her physically and sexually.
- The victim suffered injuries including bruises, bite marks, a broken rib, and foot wounds from a saw, and was forced to wear makeup to hide her facial injuries.
- Police found chains, tow straps, and a mattress confirming the victim's claims, while Wood denied the allegations and is held on a $150,000 bond with a next hearing on July 11, 2025.
- Wood has been charged with multiple serious offenses, including unlawful detention, sexual assault, threats, and aggravated assault, while the victim’s grandmother has called for the harshest possible sentence to prevent further harm.
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Arizona woman escapes 2-week captivity in a Phoenix shed and her 36-year-old boyfriend was arrested in the kidnapping and sexual assault, officials said.
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