Mississippi Sheriff Fires Deputy Who Punched Umpire in Youth Baseball Brawl

A Mississippi sheriff's deputy lost his job after punching an umpire during a youth baseball game brawl.

The incident took place over the weekend in Starkville. It stood out among other fights between youth baseball coaches and umpires. The deputy involved in the Oktibbeha County clash traded punches with the umpire.

OutKick reporter Joe Kinsey called the Oktibbeha County Sheriff's Office for comment. A deputy said leadership was at lunch and promised a call back. At 2:54 p.m. ET, Kinsey received a call from Starkville. Sheriff Shank Phelps identified himself and revealed he had fired the deputy on the spot.

Phelps axed the man without any further department investigation. Kinsey reported the firing first, praising Phelps for his direct approach.

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