Austin Police Officer Charged with Drunk Driving in Texas

Detective sought special treatment while being arrested for Texas DWI.

Detective Joe Lucas with the Austin Police Department was arrested in Bartlett, Texas for driving while intoxicated. Lucas was stopped for speeding near the town police station Thursday evening. He asked the arresting officer if being a police officer made a difference during the traffic stop, and the Bartlett officer responded, “No”.

A twelve pack of beer was in Lucas’ vehicle, along with some empty containers. Lucas failed a field sobriety test and was charged with driving under the influence. A breath test administered three hours after being booked for drunk driving in Texas revealed a blood alcohol content still near the legal level for intoxication. Lucas posted bond after spending the night in the Bell County jail.

Lucas is a 19 year veteran with the Austin Police Department, assigned to a high tech crimes unit.

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