Geneva man who allegedly sat on woman’s chest while covering her mouth, nose accused of attempted murder 

GENEVA, Ill. (WGN) — A Geneva man faces multiple felony charges following an alleged violent encounter that stemmed from what area police called a “domestic dispute.”

Justin Gallo, 42, is accused of felony attempted first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated domestic battery, unlawful restraint, and several misdemeanors after authorities responded to a residence in the 300 block of Division Street just before 12:30 a.m. Thursday. 

According to police, arriving officers found a woman walking outside the home with some difficulty. Police added that the victim reportedly suffered multiple abrasions and bruising on her face, as well as a laceration on her left arm. 

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Geneva police said the woman told officers that Gallo allegedly threw her on a bed several times and held her down against her will. After passing out, Gallo reportedly sat on her chest while covering her mouth and nose, police added.

According to the victim, once she regained consciousness, Gallo allegedly continued his attack by covering her mouth to prevent her from screaming for help out a window. Gallo also allegedly stopped several escape attempts by the woman while also confiscating her cell phone.

When the woman broke free and regained possession of her phone, she called 911, police said.

Police said the woman suffered multiple broken bones. Paramedics transported the woman to Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital in Geneva for further medical treatment.

Police note that Gallo spoke with officers at the scene. Following treatment for minor injuries at a nearby hospital, officers arrested Gallo following his release.

The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office approved the charges against Gallo. He is due to appear in court on Thursday.

No booking photo was made available by police as of this writing.