Young man allegedly attempts to punch police officer

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Kristopher Wyvell

A Hopkinsville man was arrested last night for allegedly attacking a police officer who was trying to help him.

Police were called to 1009 Moayon St. around 10 and allegedly found 18-year old Kristopher Wyvell lying in the floor and saying he was “dying.” Officer Matthew Overby writes it was apparent Wyvell was intoxicated on an mixture of alcohol and an unknown substance and an ambulance was called at Wyvell’s request to take him to Jennie Stuart Medical Center.

Wyvell allegedly became combative at the emergency room and allegedly attempted to punch Officer Overby in the face, missing by only inches. Wyvell was arrested after treatment and charged with 3rd Degree Assault of a police officer.

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12/12/2011/am