Polk Co. Sheriff gets into fight with man while getting mail: sheriff's office

Polk Co. Sheriff gets into fight with man while getting mail: sheriff's office

POLK COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) - An investigation is underway after the Polk County Sheriff got into a fight with a man while getting mail. The Polk County Sheriff's Office stated that Sheriff Tim Wright was retrieving mail from a property when a man approached his vehicle. Wright exited his vehicle to talk with the man, who reportedly began showing aggressive behavior as he approached the sheriff. The sheriff's office said that Wright defended himsel…

Polk County sheriff involved in reported altercation: SBI, District Attorney investigating

Polk County Sheriff Tim Wright was involved in a physical altercation on May 13, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.

Columbus man alleges assault after physical altercation with Polk Co. sheriff  - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

Incident currently under investigation by SBI, District Attorney’s office   COLUMBUS—On Tuesday, May 13, Polk County Sheriff Timothy Wright was involved in a physical altercation with the husband of his former longtime partner.  Eric Volmrich, of Columbus, alleges he was assaulted by Wright.  The altercation took place in the driveway of a residence jointly owned by Wright and his former partner, Brandy Volmrich, according to a news release from…