Event Brief
UPDATED May 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
May 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Man dies after assault in Harriman; 2 arrested
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Cecil Baptiste died after an alleged chokehold and punches. Allen Wayne Copely and Charles Sargent face aggravated assault charges.
WHO: Allen Wayne Copely (50) and Charles Sargent (48); victim Cecil Baptiste
WHAT: Two men arrested and charged with aggravated assault after a fight; victim died following injuries and lack of oxygen.
WHEN: May 26, 2026 at 6:53 PM ET
WHERE: Harriman, Tennessee
WHY: The victim was allegedly placed in a chokehold and punched, leading to possible brain damage from lack of oxygen.
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