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2 Durham Police Officers Charged With DWI

Both officers were off duty at the time, according to a news release.
Credit: WNCN
Corporal Paul Clark and Investigator Kelly Stewart

DURHAM, N.C. — Authorities say two officers with the Durham Police Department have been charged with DWI.

Both officers were off duty at the time, according to a news release.

Investigator Kelly Stewart was arrested on Thursday in Person County, the release says. Stewart has been with the department since July 2, 2007, and has been placed on administrative duty.

Corp. Paul Clark was arrested for DWI on Friday in Orange County, according to the release. Clark has been with the department since January 28, 2008, and has also been placed on administrative duty.

“In my 2 ½ years with the Durham Police Department, we haven’t had any incidents where employees were involved in similar situations. This week has been an anomaly. These incidents will be thoroughly investigated by our Professional Standards Division and handled with the appropriate action,” said Durham Police Chief C.J. Davis.

“This is concerning to me and we will assure that our employees are aware of department policies and also aware of available employee services. The Durham Police Department is committed to keeping our streets safe from all dangers and I do not condone impaired driving on any level, no matter who is behind the wheel,” the chief added.

Both incidents remain under investigation.

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