A 26-year-old man is in custody following an incident Monday night involving an unwelcome guest at a home on Kingwood Street.

According to a press release from Kingston Police Chief Jim Washam, officers responded to the residence around 8:35 p.m. on July 13, 2026, after receiving reports of an unwelcome person on the property.

Upon arrival, officers interviewed multiple witnesses who reported that Kenneth Messimer, 26, kicked a highchair containing an infant child twice.

Messimer was placed under arrest for assault (TCA 39-13-101) and transported to the Roane County Detention Facility.

Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene to evaluate the infant. Authorities stated the child appeared to suffer no injuries, and the family declined further medical treatment.