Cop found drunk slumped over driver’s seat in patrol car WON’T be charged ‘because case can’t be proven in court’
A DRUNK cop who was slumped over the driver’s seat of a patrol car with the engine running WON'T be charged "because the case can’t be proven in court."
Colorado Police Officer Nate Meier was wearing his uniform and armed when he was found worse for wear behind the wheel, reports the New York Daily News.
An angry prosecutor claimed the Aurora Police Department allegedly failed to collect evidence for a potential DUI investigation, despite his "intoxicated" state.
The cop was demoted and suspended without pay after admitting he downed vodka before starting on the day shift when the incident occured on March 29, 2019.
District Attorney George Brauchler said the officer was “heavily intoxicated," with his foot on the brake when two passersby found his car parked in the middle of the road.
"I have no doubts about those facts, but what I lack is the ability to prove that beyond a reasonable doubt in court," Brauchler said at a news conference on Thursday.
"He has shown tremendous dedication in addressing his actions of that day and taken aggressive steps moving forward.
"In addition to being demoted from the rank of Agent back to officer, Ofc. Meier also received a significant unpaid suspension.
"Meier has experienced a financial impact in excess of $20,000 and will continue to experience such impact over the next few years."
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