July 22, 2025

Lexington Fire Captain Arrested for Misdemeanor Assault

News Summary

Lexington Fire Captain Brandon Voet has been arrested on misdemeanor assault charges following an incident at a Fourth of July party. Allegations state that Voet threw fireworks and physically assaulted a guest, resulting in injuries. The incident raises concerns about the conduct of public safety officials. Voet has been placed on paid administrative duty while investigations by the police and fire department are pending.

Lexington – Lexington Fire Captain Brandon Voet has been arrested and is facing a misdemeanor assault charge following an incident that occurred during a Fourth of July party in Clark County. The incident, which took place on July 5, 2025, has raised concerns about public safety and the conduct of firefighters in their community.

According to reports, the incident unfolded at a private residence on Elkin Station Road, where Voet was allegedly throwing lit fireworks around a pool area filled with guests, including children. Witnesses indicated that the situation escalated when another partygoer confronted Voet about his reckless behavior. During the verbal altercation, Voet reportedly threw a lit firework in the direction of the guest, resulting in momentary hearing loss for the individual.

The confrontation escalated further as Voet allegedly approached the victim from behind, grabbed him by the neck, and threw him to the ground. This physical altercation led to the victim sustaining multiple lacerations and potentially a torn shoulder muscle, necessitating medical attention.

In the aftermath of the incident, Voet admitted to his involvement in the altercation and confirmed that he had been throwing fireworks. However, he asserted that the fireworks were not thrown dangerously close to anyone. It was noted that alcohol is believed to have played a role in Voet’s actions during the Fourth of July gathering.

Brandon Voet has been a member of the Lexington Fire Department since 2006 and was recognized as the Company Officer of the Year in 2019. Following his arrest, he has been placed on paid administrative duty in accordance with departmental protocols while investigations are underway.

The Winchester Police Department is currently conducting a criminal investigation into the matter. Following the conclusion of this investigation, an internal inquiry by the Lexington Fire Department is expected to take place to assess Voet’s conduct and determine any further disciplinary actions.

Voet’s arraignment is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Monday, July 21, 2025, where he will formally respond to the assault charge. This incident has raised questions regarding the behavior of public safety officials and the measures in place to ensure responsible conduct in the community.

As the situation develops, residents and fire department personnel await the results of the investigations and any potential ramifications for Captain Voet, who has long been regarded as a dedicated member of the firefighting community.