Jack Gray

Name:
Gray, Jack T

Date of Booking:
09/10/2026

Reason(s) For Booking:
DUI of Alcohol

Failure to maintain lane

Officer’s Narrative:
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On Thursday, September 10, 2026, at approximately 00:09 A.M, I, Officer Hill, was conducting routine patrol along GA Hwy 78 West when I observed a bronze in color Ford F-150 fail to maintain its lane of travel. The vehicle was swerving within the lane, exhibited irregular braking, and was repeatedly speeding up and slowing down. I began to close the distance to the vehicle in order to read the license plate.

The bronze in color Ford F-150, displaying Georgia Tag [REDACTED], activated its right turn Signal and suddenly began applying its brakes, as if the driver had just realized he was supposed to turn off GA Hwy 78. The vehicle exited GA Hwy 78 and began proceeding toward GA Hwy 11 N. The vehicle came to a complete stop at the stop sign at GA Hwy 11 N and made a right turn onto GA Hwy 11 N.

I activated my emergency patrol lights and initiated a continuous siren pattern to alert the vehicle that I was conducting a traffic stop as we were passing Pavilion Parkway and the Golden Pantry. The vehicle continued traveling straight at a slow speed and proceeded through the traffic signal at N Broad St and Pavilion Pkwy. The vehicle/driver finally appeared to realize that I was conducting a traffic stop at the entrance to Wow Express on N Broad St, where the vehicle pulled into the parking lot and was placed in park.

I approached the vehicle from the driver’s side. As I was exiting my patrol vehicle, I observed the driver reach for something either in the back seat or passenger seat and open and close the driver’s door. I also observed the driver turn his entire head toward me, at which time his eyes became noticeably larger. I greeted the driver by saying, “Good evening.” The driver asked how I was, and I stated, “Good, how are you?” The driver stated that he was good. I advised the driver who I was and explained the reason for the traffic stop, including his driving behaviors and failure to maintain his lane of travel. While explaining his driving behavior, I used a hand gesture to demonstrate the vehicle weaving between the lanes and crossing the center line and fog line while traveling on GA Hwy 78.

I requested the driver’s license and asked where he was coming from. The driver stated that he was coming from his daughter’s house. I asked the driver if he had consumed anything to drink that night. While speaking with the driver, I detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his breath. The driver stated that he had consumed a couple of beers. I asked the driver how many beers he had consumed. He stated, “A few.” I asked whether he would say the beers were 6 ounces, 8 ounces, 10 ounces, 12 ounces, or tall boys. The driver responded, “3 or 4.” I repeated my question and asked how large the beers were and whether they were cans or bottles. The driver stated, “Yeah, 12 ounces,” and I responded, “Okay.”

I advised the driver to give me one second and that I would be right back with him. As I walked back toward my patrol vehicle, I requested a second unit. I then checked Georgia Tag [REDACTED] and the driver’s license number [REDACTED], identifying the driver as Jack Gray. Once additional units arrived, I explained the situation and again approached Jack from the driver’s side. I stated, “Mr. Gray, would you mind stepping out of the truck for me really quick?” I then asked Jack if he had any weapons on him. Jack began to reach inside the vehicle, and I advised him not to reach for anything. I clarified that I was asking whether he had any weapons on his person, and he stated that he did not.

I advised Jack to walk to the front of my patrol vehicle. I asked Jack approximately what time he had consumed the alcoholic beverages, and he stated approximately an hour or two ago. I glanced at my patrol phone and observed that the time was now 00:17. I stated, “So that would have been around 11 o’clock.” Jack asked what time it was, and I stated that it was about midnight, a little after. Jack stated, “Yeah, yeah, probably.” I stated, “So you had your first one around 11?” Jack stated, “Yeah, probably.” I asked when he had his second one, and he stated that it was about the same time. I then asked about the third one. Jack continued speaking and stated that he was just trying to get home. I stated, “Yeah, I got ya.” I then asked when he had the third one, and he responded, “Probably 30 minutes later.” I then asked when he had the fourth one. Jack shrugged his shoulders and looked off before shrugging his shoulders again. I stated, “Not sure.” I asked Jack if he had consumed a fifth one, and he stated, “No.” I stated, “So only four?” and he stated, “Yeah.”

I explained to Jack that, based on his driving behaviors and his verbal admission to consuming three to four alcoholic beverages within the past hour, I had indicators that he was driving while under the influence of alcohol. I advised Jack that I would like to conduct a series of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs), if he was willing to participate. Jack stated that he would.

The Standardized Field Sobriety Tests were conducted in the parking lot of Wow Express. The area was free of oncoming traffic that would have placed Jack or the other officers at risk. Before beginning the SFSTs, I ensured that Jack did not have any weapons on his person and explained that I would check around his waistband and pockets. No weapons were located on his person.

HORIZONTAL GAZE NYSTAGMUS EVALUATION (EXPLAINED / MEDICALLY QUALIFIED / UNDERSTOOD)

The following validated clues were observed: lack of smooth pursuit in both eyes, distinct and sustained nystagmus at maximum deviation in both eyes, and onset of nystagmus prior to 45 degrees in both eyes. Vertical nystagmus was also observed in both eyes.

During the evaluation, Jack repeatedly moved his head while attempting to follow the stimulus with his eyes. Jack was instructed multiple times to keep his head stationary and follow the tip of my finger with his eyes only.

CLUES 6/6 AND VERTICAL NYSTAGMUS.

WALK AND TURN EVALUATION (EXPLAINED / DEMONSTRATED / UNDERSTOOD)

The following validated clues were observed: loss of balance during the instructional stage, steps off line throughout each set of nine steps, misses heel-to-toe steps throughout each set of nine steps, improper turn, stopping while walking and looking at me after the improper turn, and using his arms to maintain balance.

During the demonstration phase, I placed Jack into the position known as the start position while explaining the position in which he would begin the evaluation. Jack repeatedly moved out of the start position. I also had to repeat the evaluation multiple times.

CLUES 6/8.

ONE LEG STAND (EXPLAINED / DEMONSTRATED / UNDERSTOOD)

The following validated clues were observed: using arms to maintain balance while swaying, hopping, and putting his foot down.

This evaluation is intended to be conducted for 30 seconds, timed by the officer. However, due to Jack’s instability, I stopped my timer at 00:13:41 (13 seconds).

PRELIMINARY BREATH TEST (PBT) (EXPLAINED / AGREED)

I explained to Jack that the preliminary breath sample was inadmissible in court as evidence. Jack did not provide an adequate breath sample on the first attempt. Therefore, a second attempt was made after I again explained that he needed to take a deep breath and provide a good, constant blow. Based on my training and experience, I know that when an adequate breath sample is provided, the PBT emits a tone. Therefore, I knew that the first sample was not adequate. Jack provided a second breath sample, which produced a proper reading. The PBT reading was .161. Jack was shown the reading and read the results out loud. This was recorded on my body-worn camera.

ARREST: Jack was placed in handcuffs behind his back. The handcuffs were checked for proper fit and double locked to prevent injury. Jack was searched incident to arrest. Jack was advised that he was not under arrest for driving while under the influence of alcohol.

IMPLIED CONSENT: Jack was read the Georgia Implied Consent Notice for suspects over 21, designating a breath test. The Green Card was read twice due to Jack not understanding the first reading and requesting that it be read again. Jack agreed to provide a breath sample.

Jack was then secured in the rear of my patrol vehicle. At this time, his wife arrived on scene. I explained the situation to her and allowed her to take custody of the firearm that was in Jack’s truck due to her not being a convicted felon. I allowed her the opportunity to speak with Jack before he was transported to jail at her request. Jack’s wife stated on body-worn camera that she had warned him that he needed to stop drinking and driving and that it would eventually catch up to him. She kissed Jack, and I asked if she had any questions for me. She did not.

Jack was then transported to WCSO Jail. Taylors Wrecker Service took custody of the vehicle, with no hold placed. Officer Kitchen #354 assisted with the vehicle impound sheet. Upon arrival at the jail, I turned on the Intox 9000 to allow it to warm up and prepare it for the breath samples from Jack.

INTOXILYZER 9000 (EXPLAINED / UNDERSTOOD)

While providing the first breath sample, Jack did not initially follow the instructions given to provide a good, steady breath sample until he could not provide any more breath. Jack would blow and stop based on what the machine indicated during the first breath sample. I allowed Jack to take a step back and explained the instructions to him once more. Jack then proceeded to provide another first breath sample, which he completed without issue.

During the second breath sample, Jack exhibited similar issues and appeared to be providing a breath sample based on the lines displayed on the screen. Jack asked if he was attempting to get the line to a certain location. I explained that he was not and instructed him to simply blow until he could not blow anymore. Jack was given a second to gather himself and prepare for another breath sample. Jack then provided the second breath sample on the second attempt.

The first breath sample produced a result of .170 BrAC. The second breath sample produced a result of .167 BrAc.

Three copies of the Intoxilyzer 9000 sample sheet were made: one for Jack, one for myself, and one for the report. All three copies were signed by me. A photograph of the sample sheet is attached to this report.

Jack was released to WCSO Jail without incident. I applied for one (2) arrest warrants for O.C.G.A. 40-6-391(a)(5) – DUI Per Se: & O.C.G.A 40-6-48 FAIL TO MAINTAIN LANE

“The person’s alcohol concentration is 0.08 grams or more at any time within three hours after such driving or being in actual physical control from alcohol consumed before such driving or being in actual physical control ended.”

This was based on Jack stating that he had been consuming alcoholic beverages within the past hour or two prior to the traffic stop and arrest, as well as the Intoxilyzer 9000 breath sample results.

While in full control and operating of said vehicle, the driver failed to stay between his lane of travel, crossing the fog line with his passenger side tires, and the center dotted line with both driver side tires (without signaling if he was changing lanes.

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