The Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog
A Macon County Sheriff’s deputy who had been with the department for nearly two years reportedly resigned earlier this month following an investigation tied to a traffic stop that led to a DUI arrest late last year.
According to the Macon County Sheriff’s Office, the deputy had been employed for less than two years at the time of the incident. He was placed on paid administrative leave shortly after the events that led to criminal and traffic charges and remained off duty while the matter was reviewed.
It was reported that the incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. on December 15, 2025, in the Forsyth area. A deputy on patrol allegedly observed a vehicle that appeared to be speeding on U.S. Route 51. Due to snow and ice-covered roads, the deputy reportedly chose not to immediately pursue the vehicle but continued driving in the same direction.