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Tuskegee Police Chief Arrested on DUI Charge
1 Jan
Summary
- Police Chief Kareem Easley was arrested on New Year's Day.
- The arrest was for a driving under the influence charge.
- Easley has been placed on administrative leave pending investigation.
Tuskegee University's Police Chief, Kareem Easley, was arrested on January 1, 2026, in Sandy Springs. The arrest occurred on New Year's Day and was for a driving under the influence charge.
University officials were informed of the charge shortly after the new year began. As a direct result of this incident, Chief Easley has been placed on administrative leave. The university has initiated a thorough internal investigation to understand the full circumstances surrounding the arrest.
A spokesperson for Tuskegee University stated their commitment to upholding the law while awaiting the investigation's conclusion. During Chief Easley's leave, Assistant Chief Darrius Jones will serve as the Acting Chief of Police. The Sandy Springs Police Department has been contacted for further details.
