On June 10th, the Bay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a physical disturbance at The Old Beach Bar.
When deputies arrived, they found several people injured and began providing medical aid, at which time four individuals were arrested.
According to an incident report from the Bay County Sheriff’s Office, the disturbance started when one of the arrested began bothering people playing pool. When he was asked to leave and refused, the situation quickly escalated.
“Once the deputies arrived, there was kind of a chaotic scene, as there was quite a few witnesses and victims outside plus inside, several deputies were able to render aid to those that needed it and also tried to identify the suspects,” said Captain Stephen Jencks with the Bay County Sheriff’s Office.
Summer Chester, 40, was charged with aggravated battery of a person 65 or older, possession of a controlled substance without a prescription, and introduction of a controlled substance into a detention facility.
Gavin Chester, 19, was charged with battery of a person 65 or older, and two counts of battery. Gavin Chester was also issued a summons for battery.
Homer Chester, 42, was charged with two counts of battery.
Calvin Chester, 39, was charged with one count of battery.
Bay District Schools has released a statement after Summer Chester’s arrest:
“We were recently notified of the arrest of a Bay District Schools employee. The incident occurred while the employee was off duty and was not in the presence of students.
As this is an active investigation, we are unable to provide additional details at this time. However, we want to assure our community that the safety and well-being of our students remain our highest priorities. We take all allegations involving employees seriously, regardless of when or where they occur.
We have full confidence in our local law enforcement agencies and the judicial process to handle this matter appropriately. We appreciate the continued support of our families and community as we remain committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment for all students.”
