NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A 15-year-old Hunters Lane High School student was arrested Monday, March 28 for assaulting a school resource officer.
Police report that SRO Byron Boelter was assisting school administrators while breaking up a fight. The teen began wrestling with Officer Boelter, putting him in a headlock. Officer Boelter was able to free himself while administering pepper spray at the student to get the teen to comply.
Metro Nashville Public Schools told NewsChannel 5 that the student received medical attention and was transported after the incident.
The teen has been charged with assault of an officer, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.
