Authorities say a man attacked “NCIS” star Pauley
Perrette in front of her Hollywood home, punching her in the face several
times.
The actress tweeted that she thought she was going to die
Thursday night. Perrette says the man grabbed her, punched her repeatedly and
told her he was going to kill her. Then, she says he told her to leave and she
collapsed after fleeing.
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Perrette tweeted that she called a friend who tracked the
man and led police to him a few blocks away.
So, tonight was awful, life changing and I'm only grateful to be alive. It's here: pic.twitter.com/vXIT1pkVRc
— Pauley Perrette (@PauleyP) November 13, 2015
Los Angeles police Officer Jane Kim confirmed that the
actress’ account of the attack was accurate.
Kim says 45-year-old David Merck was arrested and booked on
suspicion of aggravated battery. Bail was set at $100,000.
Police say records don’t list an attorney for Merck.
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