Event Brief
Kingston man charged after police say he kicked high chair
Filed: Jul 15, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
Summary: Police say Kenneth Messimer kicked a high chair with an infant inside twice; no injuries reported. He was charged with assault.
WHO: Kenneth Messimer, Kingston Police Department; Roane County Detention Facility
WHAT: Messimer was charged with assault after police say he kicked a high chair occupied by an infant on two occasions.
WHEN: Jul 14, 2026 at 10:59 PM ET
WHERE: Kingston, Tennessee (Kingwood Street)
WHY: Police say the alleged assault occurred when Messimer kicked the infant’s high chair on two separate occasions.
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