Vanderbilt WR Kayleb Barnett arrested on assault and identity theft charges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Vanderbilt wide receiver Kayleb Barnett was arrested on October 11 in Nashville, facing charges of aggravated assault, identity theft, and use of a false ID. According to court documents, Barnett was involved in a physical altercation where he was observed in a chokehold with the victim appearing unconscious. Witnesses reported that Barnett initiated the confrontation, though he claimed he acted in self-defense. He was released on a $5,000 bond and has a court appearance scheduled for November 13. This incident follows Vanderbilt's recent loss to Ole Miss, with Barnett contributing minimally in that game.
- •Kayleb Barnett charged with aggravated assault and identity theft.
- •Incident occurred south of the Shelby Street bridge.
- •Barnett was released on a $5,000 bond.
- •He is scheduled for a court hearing on November 13.
- •Vanderbilt football has lost three straight SEC games.
- 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — Vanderbilt football WR arrested on assault, identity theft charges
"Kayleb Barnett, a wide receiver for Vanderbilt football, was arrested and charged with felony assault and identity theft, plus use of a fake ID.
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