Carsen Richards, a 22-year-old bassist for the band of country singer Chase Matthew, was arrested in Owensboro, Kentucky, on charges of allegedly sexually molesting a minor. The arrest took place on Saturday, May 9, immediately after Richards exited the stage following a performance at the BQ and Barrels event. Chase Matthew issued a statement expressing his shock and stating that he had no prior knowledge of the allegations against Richards. He emphasized that he does not support such behavior and confirmed that Richards has been removed from the band. According to court records from Clark County, Kentucky, Richards has been charged with sodomy involving an individual under the age of 18, although specific details surrounding the allegations have not been disclosed. He is currently being held at the Daviess County Detention Center on a cash bond of $75,000.