GLASGOW, Ky. (WBKO) – Two men, Jaxon Bryant and Ernest True, have been arrested in connection with a domestic violence incident in Barren County, authorities confirmed.
The Glasgow Police Department (GPD) responded to a disturbance call on Sam Terry Avenue on Sunday, where a fight involving a weapon had been reported.
Details of the Incident
Police say the altercation began as a domestic dispute between Jaxon Bryant, 23, of Glasgow, and a female victim. The woman, feeling unsafe, called friends for help.
When two male friends arrived at the scene, Bryant allegedly attacked one of them using a large stick embedded with nails. At the same time, another suspect, Ernest True, 33, of Glasgow, allegedly brandished a handgun, pointing it at the two men who had come to assist the victim.
Charges and Arrests
Jaxon Bryant was arrested and charged with:
Fourth-degree assault (domestic violence) – minor injury
Second-degree assault
Second-degree criminal mischief
Resisting arrest
Ernest True was arrested and charged with:
Two counts of first-degree wanton endangerment
Resisting arrest
The arrests were made by Officer Mathew Rishkofski, with assistance from other Glasgow Police Department officers.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities continue to investigate the incident. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact Glasgow Police Department.
