Dickson County Sheriff's Office detective Doug Kimbro has been placed on unpaid administrative leave after his arrest on multiple charges, including driving under the influence. According to WSMV, Kimbro was arrested by the Tennessee Highway Patrol on Thursday. The charges include driving under the influence, violation of implied consent, reckless driving, and possession of a handgun while under the influence.
Following the arrest, the Dickson County Sheriff’s Office launched an internal investigation. In a statement to FOX17, the Dickson County Sheriff’s Office said, "The actions and arrest of Detective Kimbro do not align with the values and standards of the Dickson County Sheriff’s Office. We remain dedicated to transparency in all our operations, ensuring that every deputy wearing our badge upholds the professional standards expected of our office."
Detective Kimbro was stopped by a Tennessee Highway Patrol officer, which led to his arrest and legal charges. He has been placed on administrative leave while the Dickson County Sheriff’s Office conducts an internal investigation. Captain Jennifer Caruthers stated, "The actions and arrest of Detective Kimbro do not align with the values and standards of the Dickson County Sheriff’s Office," as mentioned by WKRN. The details of the incident that led to the charges have not been released.
