Wrestler Jerry Lawler, 27-year-old girlfriend arrested

Police in Tennessee say Lawler and his girlfriend have been arrested on charges of domestic violence after responding to a call at Lawler's home Thursday night, June 16, 2016, in East Memphis. (Mark Humphrey/AP)

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police in Tennessee say wrestler Jerry "The King" Lawler and his girlfriend have been arrested on charges of domestic violence.

Officers arrested the 66-year-old Lawler and 27-year-old Lauryn McBride after responding to a call at Lawler’s home Thursday night in East Memphis.

News outlets cited an arrest affidavit that says the couple told officers they got into an argument that turned violent. McBride said Lawler hit her on the head and pushed her against the stove. Lawler said McBride scratched his face and kicked him in the groin.

Police arrested both because they weren’t able to determine the primary aggressor.

Lawler was released Friday and said he appreciates his fans’ support. Records show McBride was set for release on her own recognizance.

World Wrestling Entertainment said it has suspended Lawler.

When submitting content, please abide by our submission guidelines, and avoid posting profanity, personal attacks or harassment. Should you violate our submissions guidelines, we reserve the right to remove your comments and block your account. Sportsnet reserves the right to close a story’s comment section at any time.