PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) -- Portsmouth Councilman De'Andre Barnes was promptly released from custody after an arrest for domestic assault and battery. On Tuesday, Nov. 12, Portsmouth police responded to a report of a domestic dispute at 4609 Deep Creek Boulevard at around 7:45 p.m. A witness observed a female screaming while a man forcibly dragged her by her hair into a silver Nissan, according to police. Additional people took notice and assisted in blocking the man in under the assumption he was attempting to kidnap or abduct the female. Upon arrival to the scene, officers interviewed all individuals involved, including the witness. The witness provided a detailed statement regarding the incident. Based on the witness account, officers decided there was probable cause to arrest Barnes, who was then taken into custody. WAVY obtained a copy of the incident report which shows the alleged victim in this case is a juvenile. Following his arrest, police presented all available evidence to the magistrate on duty within the city of Portsmouth. However, the warrants were denied, leading to Barnes' release. In a statement, the Portsmouth Police Department wrote they are "committed to ensuring the safety and welfare of all citizens, regardless of their position or status."