Tampa police officer arrested for drunk driving in Pasco County, officials say

TAMPA, Florida. – According to authorities, a Tampa Police Department corporal was arrested Friday night for driving under the influence.

According to TPD, Jesse Horn was arrested by the Pasco County Sheriff's Office at 6:30 p.m. following a traffic stop on southbound U.S. Highway 19 near Glissade Drive in New Port Richey. Police say Horn was off-duty and the only person in the vehicle.

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“This incident is deeply disappointing to me, our department and our community,” said Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw. “Our officers are entrusted with the duty of upholding the law and protecting our community. Each employee is expected to adhere to the highest standards both on and off duty.”

According to the police authority, Horn was immediately relieved of his duties until the criminal investigation was completed. He was hired in 2007.

TPD said it was also conducting an internal investigation.

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