A Dallas Police Department lieutenant was arrested on Christmas Eve after authorities say he was involved in a hit-and-run incident and later failed field sobriety tests. The officer has since been placed on administrative leave as an internal investigation moves forward.
Officer Arrested After Hit-and-Run Report
According to officials, Lieutenant Jeremy Carter was arrested on December 24 by the Midlothian Police Department. Officers responded around 1:32 p.m. to a report of a silver sedan that had hit a sign along the 1100 block of West FM 875 and then drove away.
When officers located Carter and conducted a series of sobriety evaluations, he failed the tests and was taken into custody.
Charges and Department Response
Midlothian Police confirmed that Carter was arrested for driving while intoxicated, a Class B misdemeanor under Texas law.
In a statement, the Dallas Police Department said Carter has been employed with the agency since 2008 and is currently assigned to the Operational Technology Unit. Following his arrest, he was placed on administrative leave, pending the outcome of an internal investigation.
The department emphasized that the case will be reviewed in accordance with established policies for officer conduct and off-duty incidents.
Internal Investigation Underway
DPD officials said their internal affairs unit will determine whether any departmental policies were violated and what disciplinary actions, if any, may be taken. No further details regarding the hit-and-run incident or potential additional charges have been released at this time.
Summary
A Dallas police lieutenant faces a DWI charge following a Christmas Eve hit-and-run call that led to his arrest by Midlothian officers. He remains on administrative leave while the Dallas Police Department conducts an internal review. Stay updated with the latest verified breaking news and police reports at HonkNews.com.