2 arrested for fight at Middle Tennessee middle school football game

WILSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — Two Hartsville residents were arrested following a “disturbance” at a middle school football game.

According to the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), James Brewer, 34, and Jessi Harris, 34, were taken into custody after a physical altercation at the end of the game between Winfree Bryant Middle School and Satterfield Middle School on Sept. 17.

The incident reportedly began as a verbal dispute but escalated into a physical confrontation, according to WCSO.

Deputies arrested Brewer for disorderly conduct and assault. Harris, Brewer’s partner, was charged with public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and assault. Both were transported to the Wilson County Correctional Facility, where they were booked and later released on bond.

According to WCSO, it took them, school resource officers, and officers with the Lebanon Police Department to assist with crowd control at the incident. The on-scene investigation identified Brewer and Harris as the primary aggressors.

⏩ Read today’s top stories on wkrn.com

“The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office takes incidents of this nature seriously,” the department said in a release. “Threatening or violent behavior, especially at family-oriented events such as school games, will not be tolerated. We encourage all attendees to conduct themselves with respect and consideration for others. Law enforcement will continue to ensure the safety of all attendees and hold accountable those who choose to act unlawfully.”

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WKRN News 2.