Louisiana pastor Tony Spell was arrested on Tuesday after police claimed he had attacked a 20-year-old neighbor in Central. Spell reportedly said the teenager had threatened to rape and kill his wife, leading Spell to confront him. The family released video footage that shows the two men fighting on a street. Central police chief Christopher Kauffman stated that law enforcement handled the situation properly and dismissed Spell’s claim that police failed to keep the peace. Spell insisted that his actions were justified by the alleged threats. He currently remains in jail pending charges.
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Central's police chief denies Pastor Spell's claims that law enforcement failed to keep the peace - KSLA
Central's police chief denies Pastor Spell's claims that law enforcement failed to keep the peace KSLA
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Louisiana pastor Tony Spell attacked neighbor who allegedly threatened to rape and kill wife - New York Post
Louisiana pastor Tony Spell attacked neighbor who allegedly threatened to rape and kill wife New York Post
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Rev. Tony Spell explains why he attacked his neighbors 20-year-old son - Audacy
Rev. Tony Spell explains why he attacked his neighbors 20-year-old son Audacy
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Baton Rouge pastor says threats against family led to fight that ended in arrest - WWLTV.com
Baton Rouge pastor says threats against family led to fight that ended in arrest WWLTV.com
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FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Staying hot, humid and quiet late this week - KPLC 7 News
FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Staying hot, humid and quiet late this week KPLC 7 News