SIOUX FALLS, SD (WCMH) – A South Dakota man is behind bars after allegedly cutting off his ex-girlfriend’s nipples during a fight.

KDLT-TV reports Antonio Ledbetter, 45, was arguing with an ex-girlfriend Tuesday evening.

Authorities said Ledbetter brutally attacked the victim. They say he punched her, choked her and even cut off her nipples with a pair of scissors.

Police said the victim is pregnant.

Ledbetter appeared in court Thursday and entered a not guilty plea to eight counts of domestic aggravated assault.

The Lincoln County State’s Attorney says the case will be presented to a grand jury in the near future.