Lee Thomas Morrison, 40, the head wrestling coach and guidance counselor at Omak High School, was arrested Monday afternoon on suspicion of fourth-degree assault and domestic violence, according to jail booking records from Okanogan County.
Morrison was booked shortly before 4 p.m. Monday. The arrest drew attention locally, given his prominent roles at the school, where he serves both as a student counselor and as the leader of the wrestling program.
Okanogan County denied a request from Source ONE News for the probable cause statement related to the case, citing an ongoing investigation.
As a result, specific details about the alleged incident, the identity of the alleged victim, and the circumstances surrounding the arrest have not been made public at this time.
Fourth-degree assault, domestic violence, is classified as the lowest-level assault charge under Washington state law. However, the domestic violence designation attached to the charge carries significant legal weight.
It indicates that the alleged incident involved a person who shares a qualifying domestic or household relationship with the accused, which can include a spouse, partner, family member, or someone sharing a residence.
Morrison is a familiar face in the Omak community. Beyond his roles at the school, he built a reputation as a competitive mixed martial arts fighter on the Northwest regional circuit, where he competed under the nickname Lee “The American Bulldog” Morrison. His career in the ring earned him recognition in the region before he transitioned into education and coaching.
Investigation Ongoing as Community Awaits Answers
As of the time of this report, no additional court information regarding Morrison’s case status has been made available to the public.
It is not yet known whether he has appeared before a judge, whether bail was set, or whether he has retained legal representation.
The Omak School District has not issued a public statement regarding Morrison’s employment status or whether any interim measures have been put in place at the school.
It remains unclear how the arrest may affect his responsibilities as head wrestling coach and guidance counselor going forward.
Morrison is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. The investigation remains active, and authorities have not indicated a timeline for when further details may be released.
What Comes Next
The case will likely proceed through the Okanogan County court system in the coming weeks.
Domestic violence cases in Washington state often involve additional review by prosecutors before formal charges are filed, and outcomes can vary depending on the findings of the investigation.
Community members and parents connected to the Omak School District have yet to receive any formal communication from school leadership regarding the arrest of one of their staff members.
