Source PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — Police have charged a Pawtucket man — who legally changed his given name to Santa Claus — with domestic assault, after an incident last week where he’s accused of choking his wife. Santa Claus Almeida, 83, was arrested Sunday and charged with domestic assault by strangulation and domestic disorderly conduct. Police say a family member had brought the victim to the police department on Saturday and told officers Almeida had assaulted and struck her several times, that he yelled and cursed at her, and that he punched her shoulder, whereupon she fell to the ground. Then, he allegedly put his arm over her neck, making it difficult for her to breathe. Almeida eventually let her go, but continued to yell at the woman. The woman did not have injuries that warranted medical attention. 

Well shit, you ever wonder what happens to the mall Santa’s once January rolls around? Not the creepers in fake beards, no I’m talking about the old men with honest beards who exhibit the true essense of Kris Kringle. 

His mug shot suggests he was sucking down an egg nog or two, but this guy has to be a psychopath most of the time.  He not only came up with the idea of changing his name but actually followed through. This guy thinks he is the real Santa Claus.  Personally if I were in his shoes I’m changing my name to the likes of Kris Kringle or Saint Nick. Coming out guns blazing with “Santa Claus” is way too aggressive and is pretty much a scarlett letter that you escaped the mental institute. 

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