Michael Van Vausey, 39, and Felicia Paige Causey, 34 of Rome, were arrested this week after reports said Michael beat a 10 year-old child.
Reports said that he kicked the child in the rear end, placed him a choke hold and aggressively chased him around the yard while cursing and threatening him.
Police added that Felicia is accused of helping corner the child to prevent him from running away from Michael.
Michael Causey is charged with simple battery and cruelty to children in the 1st degree.
Felicia Causey is charged with party to a crime.
