Intoxicated Leitchfield Man with Lengthy Criminal History Damages Law Office, Police Cruiser

Bryce E. Sadler arrested after allegedly kicking in doors, destroying property, and resisting arrest

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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A 34-year-old Leitchfield man with a lengthy criminal record was arrested after allegedly kicking in the doors of a local law office, destroying property inside, and then damaging a police cruiser while intoxicated and resisting arrest.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces with repeat offenders and the need for comprehensive criminal justice reform to address substance abuse and mental health issues that often underlie such repeat criminal behavior.

The details

According to the arrest citation, Bryce E. Sadler was first reported as a 'disorderly male' in a smoke shop parking lot. When police arrived, they found Sadler had broken into the adjacent Hines Law Office, kicking in the front and interior doors and destroying property inside. Sadler was then placed in a police cruiser, where he continued his erratic behavior, kicking the windows and door until an officer had to pepper spray him. At the detention center, deputies had to physically carry Sadler inside.

  • The incident began around 8:30 PM on Thursday, February 6, 2026.
  • Sadler was arrested and charged that same evening.

The players

Bryce E. Sadler

A 34-year-old Leitchfield resident with a lengthy criminal history dating back 15 years, including arrests for possession of cocaine, DUI, identity theft, and domestic violence assault.

Hines Law Office

The local law office that Sadler allegedly broke into and damaged.

Leitchfield Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and arrested Sadler.

Grayson County Detention Center

The detention center where Sadler was taken after his arrest.

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What they’re saying

“During this, Sadler was able to slide his handcuffs and hands in front of him. When I (Ritter) got in my vehicle he kicked the window and door loud enough, multiple times, I thought he busted it open, officers behind me stated that the door itself was bowing.”

— Officer Wally Ritter, Leitchfield Police Department (k105.com)

What’s next

Additional charges will be filed against Sadler as police await an estimate of the damage to the law office.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for comprehensive criminal justice reform to address the root causes of repeat offender behavior, such as substance abuse and mental health issues, in order to break the cycle of crime and protect public safety.