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SELFRIDGE, N.D. (AP) A Selfridge man is accused of trying to kill his wife.

Authorities say David Mitchell tried to strangle his wife, to the point that she lost consciousness, then later chased her with his pickup truck after she fled.

Sioux County State's Attorney John Gosbee says Mitchell faces several charges, including attempted murder, aggravated assault and terrorizing. He faces up to 45 years in prison if convicted.

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