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Jerome Whyte, 23, was arrested July 1 in Oklahoma City on a complaint of assault and battery. (Oklahoma County Jail) OKLAHOMA CITY (WRGB) A fight over Star Trek and Star Wars led to an assault in the metro, Oklahoma City Police Department said. Jerome Dewayne Whyte, 23, was arrested July 1 on a complaint of assault and battery, possession of marijuana and outstanding Oklahoma County warrants. Police reports show that Whyte and another man were in the living room of an apartment in the 1400 block of Northwest 16 Street when they began arguing if Star Wars or Star Trek was better. The victim told police he became frustrated and stated “You’re just a trick” before walking back to his room. Whyte allegedly followed the man and shoved him to the ground. The victim got back up and told police he stated “You wanna replay that?” and was once again shoved to the ground. Whyte then wrapped his arm around the victim’s neck and began choking him, according to police. The victim was near unconsciousness when he pulled out a pocket knife. Whyte let go and reached for the knife, cutting himself. He then left the room. Police later arrested Whyte and booked him into the Oklahoma County Jail.