Deputies: Off-duty Orlando police officer arrested, charged with DUI in Pinellas County
An off-duty Orlando police officer was arrested in Pinellas County early Sunday morning, the sheriff’s office said.
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The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office said Cesar Hernandez Castillo, 39, has been charged for driving under the influence.
According to a news release, deputies found Hernandez Castillo traveling over a raised median on Park Boulevard and 86th Lane in the City of Seminole.
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Deputies said that they approached Hernandez Castillo, who showed signs of impairment, including a strong smell of alcohol, bloodshot and glassy eyes and poor balance.
According to deputies, Hernandez Castillo refused to perform a field sobriety test or provide a breath sample.
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Hernandez Castillo was arrested and taken to the Pinellas County Jail.
Orlando Police Department released the following statement:
“The Orlando Police department was made aware of the arrest of one of our officers earlier this morning regarding an alleged DUI offense. Officer Cesar Hernandez-Castillo has been placed on paid administrative leave and an internal investigation regarding this arrest has been opened.”
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