Camden County Deputy Assaulted, Umpire Arrested at Little League Game

A man from Versailles is in custody after he allegedly assaulted a Camden County Deputy following an argument at a little league baseball game.

Authorities were called to the Ballparks National in Macks Creek on Saturday, May 13, for a dispute between a parent at the game and an umpire, 56-year-old Neal Sidebottom.

Investigators say a witness claimed to be shoved by Sidebottom. When deputies arrived, he umpire refused to cooperate, not giving his name and then walked away.

When a deputy at the scene attempted to stop Sidebottom, he became aggressive and took the deputy down using a chokehold.

Other deputies and parents nearby were able to assist the deputy and get him free.

Sidebottom was then arrested at the scene. He is facing charges of first-degree assault and resisting arrest.

The deputy was treated for minor injuries.