Millington Man Sentenced to 4½ Years for Domestic Violence Against Service Member Spouse

Memphis, TN - Jared Goodman, 34, was sentenced to federal prison for committing domestic violence against his service member spouse in the territorial jurisdiction of the United States. Goodman previously pleaded guilty on November 10, 2025 to one count of domestic violence in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 2261.

On February 20, 2026, Chief United States District Judge Sheryl H. Lipman sentenced Goodman to 54 months in prison for his crime.

According to information presented in court, Goodman met his victim in December 2022. She was an active-duty service member who was stationed at Naval Support Activity Mid-South and lived in military housing on the Naval Base in Millington. The couple married in October of 2023, and Goodman moved into her residence. On Christmas Eve of 2023, Goodman became angry with the victim and forcefully assaulted her, causing a lumbar spine fracture.

In addition to the prison term, Chief United States District Court Judge Sheryl H. Lipman also ordered Goodman to serve a five-year period of supervision following his release from custody.

U.S. Attorney D. Michael Dunavant said: "Perpetrators of domestic violence seek to control their victims to perpetuate their violent acts. This victim was particularly brave to come forward and report her abuse. Though these cases are not often brought in federal court, when we have jurisdiction, we will hold offenders accountable for their violent conduct."

"NCIS remains steadfast in our commitment to protecting those who serve our nation and their families from harm, including domestic violence," said Special Agent in Charge Arturo Hernandez of the NCIS Central Field Office. "This investigation highlights the critical importance of collaboration to ensure the safety and security of our warfighters as well as the communities in which they live and work."

This case was investigated by the United States Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS).

The case was prosecuted on behalf of the government by Assistant U.S. Attorney Lynn Crum.

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