Man arrested after altercation with student at school walkout protest in Buda

BUDA, Texas — A man has been arrested in connection with an altercation that took place during a student-led protest on Monday in Buda.

The Buda Police Department said 45-year-old Chad Michael Watts of Kyle was charged with two counts of assault causing bodily injury over the incident, which occurred during a student walkout. Police said Watts and a girl got into an argument on the sidewalk near the corner of RM 967 and FM 1626 during the demonstration.

Investigators said the dispute escalated into a fight involving several people. A video circulating on social media appears to show Watts returning to his pickup truck after the altercation…

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