Broderick Desmond Ellis, 36 of Rome, was arrested this week after reports said he strangled a 30 year-old woman to near death before robbing her.

Police said that after Ellis slammed the woman’s head into a wall before choking her until she lost consciousness.

Ellis is then accused of stealing a 7mm Smith and Wesson handgun from the victim.

The incident occurred at a home on Reservoir Street.  

Ellis is charged with aggravated assault, robbery and simple battery.