South Carolina basketball player Ashlyn Watkins arrested, charged with assault, battery, and kidnapping involving a minor.

South Carolina basketball player Ashlyn Watkins was arrested on August 31, charged with first-degree assault, battery, and kidnapping after allegedly forcing a minor to walk down a hall against her will. The victim escaped and sought help. Watkins, who maintains her innocence, was released on a $30,000 bond with restrictions, including no contact with the victim. Her next court appearance is set for October 25, as her legal team prepares to contest the charges.