Assault arrest - Laurel County


Laurel County, KY - Laurel County Sheriff John Root is reporting that: Laurel Sheriff's Deputy Daniel Grigsby along with Deputy Shannon Jones and Deputy Gary Mehler arrested Billy S. Robinson age 51 of London early Tuesday morning January 16, 2018 at approximately 2:05 AM.

The arrest occurred off Cole Road, approximately 1 mile west of London after deputies were dispatched to an assault complaint there.

Upon arrival at the scene deputies conducted an investigation and learned that a female victim had allegedly been struck several times with a fist and that apparently her cane had been taken from her and she had been beaten several times with it also.

Deputies noted extensive marks and bruising on her face. Deputies also noted that the female victim is a disabled person.

Robinson fled but was located hiding in a closet and following a short scuffle with deputies was taken into custody.

Robinson is reportedly a family member.

Billy S. Robinson was charged with assault – second-degree and resisting arrest and was lodged in the Laurel County Detention Center.

Photo attached is courtesy of the Laurel County Detention Center.