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Martial Arts Training Gone Wrong: Man Arrested for Intoxication

5/24/2025

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In a bizarre turn of events, Madisonville Police apprehended Michael Graham for public intoxication after witnessing him striking a utility pole while practicing martial arts on North Franklin Street. Stumbling but quickly recovering upon spotting officers, Graham insisted he was merely training to defend against dog attacks. He now faces charges at Hopkins County Jail.

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In a bizarre turn of events, Madisonville Police apprehended Michael Graham for public intoxication after witnessing him striking a utility pole while practicing martial arts on North Franklin Street. Stumbling but quickly recovering upon spotting officers, Graham insisted he was merely training to defend against dog attacks. He now faces charges at Hopkins County Jail.