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HELENA — A 57-year-old inmate is accused of biting a deputy at the county jail in Helena.

Patrick Mark Tracy of Butte faces a felony charge of assault on a peace officer or judicial officer.

Prosecutors allege the attack occurred Friday at the Lewis and Clark County Detention Center, where Tracy is being held for an alleged probation violation. Tracy is accused of pushing a detention officer, ripping the jailer's ear piece out and trying to punch the officer.

The jailer called for assistance from sheriff's deputies. According to documents filed in Lewis and Clark County Justice Court on Monday, a deputy attempted to restrain Tracy, who then bit the victim's right forearm, causing a small wound.

Tracy admitted to trying to entice the officers to fight with him. The documents note Tracy then said "he did not have teeth to bite the victim." The arresting deputy noted Tracy has teeth on the upper left side as well as across the bottom of his mouth.

Tracy refused to leave his cell for Monday's initial court appearance. He is being held on $25,000 bond.

Tracy's criminal record includes felony convictions of aggravated assault, burglary and criminal possession of dangerous drugs.

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