Wanted Sullivan Man Tased, Arrested

A Sullivan man was arrested Sunday after Franklin County sheriff’s deputies had to deploy a taser when he tried to run away.

Oscar E. Grisham, Jr. 29, is being held at the Franklin County Adult Detention Center. 

Grisham had a probation and parole violation for second-degree burglary, stealing and possession of a controlled substance.

He was allegedly concealing a knife when questioned by deputies.

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded to the 900 block of East Springfield in Sullivan for a disturbance. 

Grisham attempted to run when he was told he was being arrested. One deputy tried to stop him by grabbing his shirt. The deputy was pulled off balance and fell to the ground, sustaining an injury.

Another deputy deployed a taser and immobilized Grisham, who was taken into custody.

Charges are being sought against Grisham for unlawful use of a weapon, possession of a controlled substance, resisting arrest and third-degree assault.

The deputy received medical treatment for injuries.