Archie Leon Waits Jr, 66 of Lindale, was arrested this week after reports said he attempted to slam his wife’s hand in a door during a domestic dispute.
Officers added that when they arrived on the scene, Waits threatened to kill them and his entire family.
The incident occurred at Waits Mark Goves Avenue home.
Waits is charged with simple assault, terroristic threats and obstruction of law enforcement.
