An Oklahoma law enforcement officer is facing serious criminal charges after police say he drove while intoxicated and caused a crash with his young children in the vehicle.
Logan County Deputy Charged After DUI Crash
Matthew Knox, a Logan County Sheriff’s deputy, has been charged with aggravated felony DUI and child endangerment following a crash in Edmond, Oklahoma.
According to Edmond Police, the incident happened around 3 p.m. on March 4 near the intersection of 2nd Street and Interstate 35.
Authorities said Knox had his two young children, ages 1 and 5, inside the vehicle at the time of the crash.
Crash Happened After Running a Red Light
Police said Knox allegedly ran a red light before colliding with another vehicle.
Officers reported that Knox drove into the other car after entering the intersection. The crash caused minor injuries to Knox, specifically to his hand.
Fortunately, investigators said neither of the children was injured in the collision.
After the incident, the children were released into the care of their grandparents.
Body Camera Footage Shows Arrest
Body camera footage captured the moments after Knox was detained by Edmond police officers.
During the arrest, an officer asked Knox how much alcohol he had consumed.
According to the footage, Knox responded, “Enough.”
When officers began conducting field sobriety tests, Knox reportedly struggled to complete them.
When asked to continue the testing, Knox reportedly told officers, “Dude. Full disclosure. I’m going to jail.”
Blood Alcohol Level More Than Twice Legal Limit
According to the police report, Knox’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was measured at 0.21.
For comparison:
| BAC Level | Legal Status |
|---|---|
| 0.08 | Legal limit for drivers in Oklahoma |
| 0.21 | Nearly three times the legal limit |
Because Knox allegedly drove while intoxicated with children in the vehicle, he faces additional charges related to child endangerment.
Legal Case Moving Forward
Authorities say Knox is now facing:
- Aggravated felony DUI
- Child endangerment
The case will move through the Oklahoma court system in the coming months.
Law enforcement agencies typically review internal conduct policies in situations where officers face criminal charges, though officials have not yet released details about Knox’s employment status.
