South Carolina Basketball Star Ashlyn Watkins Arrested on Serious Charges

Watkins faces allegations of assault and kidnapping following an incident at a university housing center.

Ashlyn Watkins, a standout player for the South Carolina Gamecocks, was arrested on charges of first-degree assault and kidnapping.
The incident reportedly involved Watkins forcefully grabbing, pushing, and carrying the victim, who eventually escaped and pulled a fire alarm.
The victim, a minor who knew Watkins, was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Watkins has been released on a $30,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on October 25.
The university is aware of the situation and is conducting its own investigation.