I have already stated he tried to choke me, and he did but it was really more of a nusiance while I was trying to drive,
What would you say to a friend that said this to you?
I know it feels wrong to have him gone, but he has zero respect for you now (believe, I know from experience), since he can treat you like he did and you did nothing in reaction. He needs to be gone. It feels wrong, of course it does. But its the right thing to do. Do NOT let him make you feel bad either.