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Man becomes combative with police, tased and arrested

Apr 16, 2021 | 1:16 PM
Jason Abston, 29, was charged with resisting arrest and assault after he became combative with Glasgow Police. He was also tased. 
(BARREN COUNTY JAIL)

GLASGOW, Ky. — A man became agitated Thursday when Glasgow Police responded to a complaint.

Officer Tim Maniere responded and made contact with 29-year-old Jason Abston. The officer attempted to speak with him but he became agitated and attempted to assault Maniere.

Abston was tased and taken into custody.

Abston was charged with resisting arrest, second degree disorderly conduct and third degree assault (police officer).