Alabama Fraternity Member Arrested for Domestic Assault; Victim's Father, Long Island Cop, Charged with Harassment

A University of Alabama fraternity member faces charges of third-degree domestic violence after allegedly assaulting his ex-girlfriend in Tuscaloosa, an incident that drew online attention and led to charges against her father, a veteran Nassau County police detective.

Ryan Jeffery DellaFranco, 20, allegedly assaulted the 19-year-old woman Sunday during a domestic dispute, according to the Tuscaloosa Police Department. Officers responded but made no arrests at the scene. DellaFranco later turned himself in and was released after posting $500 bond.

The incidents occurred at two residences in Tuscaloosa. Before DellaFranco surrendered, a Tuscaloosa police spokeswoman told Fox News Digital that the victim's father appeared on his front porch and made threats to harm him. The father, a detective with the Nassau County Police Department, was charged with harassment and released on $500 bond. Fox News Digital is not identifying him to protect the victim's identity. His current status with the department was not immediately available.

Authorities provided no further details on what led to the alleged assault between DellaFranco and his ex-girlfriend.

The West Alabama INTERCEPT Task Force is investigating the domestic incident involving DellaFranco, while the Tuscaloosa Police Department is handling both cases.

A spokesperson from Theta Chi fraternity's international headquarters said DellaFranco is no longer a member. "Mr. DellaFranco is no longer a member of Theta Chi, and the International Fraternity is unaware of any connection between the charges against Mr. DellaFranco and any Theta Chi activity," the spokesperson said. "The Fraternity urges anyone with information on these allegations to cooperate with law enforcement."

Fox News Digital sought comment from DellaFranco, the victim's father and the Nassau County Police Department.