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Marysville school board member arrested after fight with bar owner
MARYSVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — A Marysville school board member was arrested over the Memorial Day weekend after an argument with the owner of a bar, according to police.
Jermaine Ferguson, 34, was arrested early Saturday when he reportedly got into a fight with the owner of Stephens Lounge on Main Street after he was removed, according to an incident report.
Ferguson 'appeared heavily intoxicated,' police said. As an officer was trying to separate the two, Ferguson allegedly pulled away from the officer multiple times and continued to argue with the owner.
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Police said Ferguson then wrestled with the officer before he was eventually taken to the ground.
Ferguson told the officer that he was at the bar talking to a woman that he knew, when her brother punched him in the face, according to the incident report. The officer noted that Ferguson had dried blood on his lips.
The officer asked Ferguson if he wanted to call someone to pick him up from the police department, but he said he didn't want to call his wife, according to police.
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In a statement to NBC4, board president Bill Keck said the board is aware of the arrest, calling it a 'personal legal matter.' Keck directed all questions to law enforcement.
'Our focus remains on serving students, families, and staff with integrity, transparency, and a strong commitment to educational excellence,' Keck said.
Ferguson was charged with obstructing official business and has pleaded not guilty.
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