Hennepin County Sheriff admits driving after drinking, crashing
By Crime Watch MN, December 8, 2021
Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson was hospitalized Wednesday morning following a single vehicle crash that’s being investigated as a DUI (driving under the influence).
Hutchinson released the information in an email statement after noon on Wednesday stating he was being treated for serious but not life threatening injuries.
In the statement, Hutchinson took responsibility for his “inexcusable decision” and says prepared to accept the consequences that poor decision.
Full statement:
Early this morning, I was involved in single car crash in Douglas County near Alexandria, MN. I was taken to the hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Minnesota State Patrol are investigating this crash as a DUI.
I made the inexcusable decision to drive after drinking alcohol and I am deeply sorry. As the Chief Law Enforcement Officer in Hennepin County, I am held to a higher standard. I regret the choice I made and apologize to the citizens I serve, the staff I work with, and the friends and family who support me.
I take full responsibility for my actions and am prepared to accept the consequences of my poor decision. I am relieved that no one else was injured in the crash. I will immediately address my personal issues surrounding alcohol and seek the help I need to continue to serve the people of Hennepin County.
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