LEXINGTON, Ky — Kentucky sophomore wide receiver Zy'Aire Hughes was arrested Sunday on a charge of fourth-degree assault.

Hughes was arrested on Woodland Avenue near UK's campus and booked in the Lexington jail, according to the jail's website. No other details of his arrest were immediately available.

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"We’re aware of the situation," UK coach Mark Stoops said in a statement provided by UK. "We’re in the process of gathering information. Proper behavior is an expectation of our program and we will address this as the facts are determined."

Hughes played in seven games during the regular season for the 9-3 Wildcats, recording two touches for 63 yards and a touchdown. His touchdown came on a 49-yard trick play against Murray State.

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