Disturbing bodycam footage has emerged showing a serving Harris County Sheriff's sergeant being arrested for driving under the influence, after openly confessing to consuming multiple beers before getting behind the wheel.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of a September morning, involved Sergeant Dung 'David' Hoang, a 23-year veteran of the force. The footage shows a clearly impaired Hoang failing a series of field sobriety tests before his arrest.
'I Had Six or Seven Beers': The Sergeant's Admission
In a stunning moment captured on camera, Hoang openly admits to the arresting officers that he had consumed a significant amount of alcohol. "I had six or seven beers," he states, later contradicting himself by claiming it was only three.
The footage reveals his struggle to perform basic tasks, including reciting the alphabet and walking in a straight line. His speech is notably slurred throughout the encounter.
A Career in Jeopardy
Sergeant Hoang, who has served with the Harris County Sheriff's Office for over two decades, has been suspended pending an internal investigation. The department has confirmed the incident is being treated with the utmost seriousness.
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez released a statement acknowledging the arrest and confirming that the sergeant had been placed on administrative leave. The case presents a significant test of the department's accountability protocols.
Public Trust and Professional Standards
This incident strikes at the heart of public trust in law enforcement. The spectacle of a senior officer being arrested for the very offences he is sworn to prevent raises uncomfortable questions about professional standards and conduct within the force.
Legal experts suggest the case could have profound implications for Hoang's career and future standing within the department, potentially resulting in severe disciplinary action.
