Coverage dated October 27, 2026

IMPD officer arrested on drunk driving charges, police say

Headline from WISH-TV Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS — An off-duty Indianapolis police officer faces charges after a reported drunk driving incident at a west side apartment complex. IMPD Ofc. Chaise Watkins has served with the department for three years and was recently assigned to IMPD’s North District.

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FOX 59 Indianapolis
Off-duty IMPD officer arrested for reportedly driving marked police vehicle while intoxicated (opens FOX 59 Indianapolis)
Published Oct 27, 2026
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INDIANAPOLIS -- An off-duty officer with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department was arrested early Tuesday morning on two misdemeanor charges after he reportedly was driving a marked police vehicle while intoxicated.
WISH-TV Indianapolis
IMPD officer arrested on drunk driving charges, police say (opens WISH-TV Indianapolis)
Published Oct 27, 2026
WISH-TV Indianapolis's feed description
INDIANAPOLIS — An off-duty Indianapolis police officer faces charges after a reported drunk driving incident at a west side apartment complex. IMPD Ofc. Chaise Watkins has served with the department for three years and was recently assigned to IMPD’s North District.