Kentucky Football Player Jamarion Wilcox Arrested for Sexual Abuse in Lexington

University of Kentucky running back Jamarion Wilcox was arrested on September 26, 2025, and charged with first-degree sexual abuse stemming from an incident reported on August 20 involving unwanted sexual contact at an off-campus apartment. A protective order had been filed against Wilcox on the day of the incident, although it was recalled the next day, and he is currently being held in the Fayette County Detention Center on a $5,000 cash bond. Wilcox remains on the UK football roster but has been suspended from competition and will not travel with the team to upcoming games. The university and authorities are continuing to investigate the case, with law enforcement encouraging anyone with information to come forward. Wilcox, a sophomore from Douglasville, Georgia, who led the Wildcats in rushing in 2024, has not played in any games this season. The university and police are closely monitoring the situation as court proceedings are scheduled for November 3.