An Oswley County, Kentucky sheriff was arrested by his own officers after throwing a punch in a high school girls basketball game, where he was an assistant coach.
The incident took place Dec. 3, as Oswley County faced Perry County. Video of the incident shows an altercation on the court, with Brent Lynch running in from his team’s bench on the far side. He appears to strike a female player amid the chaos.
Sheriff and Owsley County Lady Owls assistant coach Brent Lynch allegedly hit a player on an opposing team during an in-game altercation. Perry County Central AthleticsAccording to NBC affiliate Lex18, Lynch was charged with fourth degree assault for striking a juvenile in the face. He was booked to Three Forks Regional Jail. Per TMZ, Lynch could face up to one year in jail plus a fine if he is convicted.
Sheriff Brent Lynch — the top law enforcement official in Owsley County, KY — was arrested for assault on Thursday after allegedly striking a teenage girl while coaching a high school basketball game. Owsley County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Brent Lynch Brent Lynch/FacebookLynch has reportedly been suspended from his basketball coaching position, and it is unclear what is status is with the sheriff’s office. The office declined comment to Lex18.
As of 2019, Oswley County had a population of 4,442 people.
