A man in Webster County is accused of strangling a priest Friday night at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Sebree during a church service.
Webster County Sheriff deputies said 35-year-old Steven Sargent, of Sebree, was under the influence of drugs when he walked in, wearing just his underwear and a t-shirt, and started yelling at the priest. He then assaulted the priest and put his hands around his neck.
They say members of the congregation restrained Sargent and held him down until the deputies arrived.
While he was being taken into custody, deputies say Sargent told them there was an active meth lab in his house that was about to explode.
Deputies, along with Kentucky State Police, went to the home, but no meth lab was found.
Sargent is charged with Strangulation, Assault, Disorderly Conduct, and False Reporting. He is being held in the Webster County Detention Center under a $10,000 cash bond.
The Bishop of the Diocese of Owensboro said Father Carmelo’s main concern was for the children who were in the church. He says they were frightened.
In a statement, Bishop Medley asks people to pray for everyone involved.
Source: WBKO
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