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LVMPD Officer Zachary Louis Suspended Amid Eight-Charge Indictment
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LAS VEGAS – An officer with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) has been suspended from duty following his arrest on eight charges, law enforcement officials confirmed Friday.
Officer’s Tenure and Assignment
Zachary Louis, who joined the LVMPD in 2020, is currently assigned to the Community Safety Division at the Northwest Area Command.His suspension comes as an inquiry into his alleged conduct unfolds.
Charges and Arrest Details
Nevada State police apprehended louis on Wednesday, afterward booking him into the Clark County Detention Centre. The charges against him include a felony count for failing to stop for a police officer.
Additionally, Louis faces seven misdemeanor charges. These encompass driving more than 40 mph over the posted speed limit, reckless driving, failure to yield to an emergency vehicle, unsafe lane changes, driving under the influence, operating a vehicle without proof of insurance, and driving an unregistered vehicle.
Did You Know? …
Driving under the influence (DUI) remains a important concern nationwide,with impaired driving contributing to thousands of fatalities annually. for instance, in 2022, over 13,000 people died in alcohol-related traffic crashes in the United States, according to the National Highway Traffic safety Administration (NHTSA).
Legal Proceedings and Suspension Status
louis has been suspended with pay while the investigation continues. Court records indicate that the state has requested additional time to formally file a complaint against the officer, who has as been released from custody.
| charge Category | Specific Offenses | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | Failure to stop for a police officer | Pending complaint filing |
| Misdemeanor | Driving > 40 mph over speed limit | Pending complaint filing |
| Misdemeanor | Reckless driving | Pending complaint filing |
| Misdemeanor | Failure to yield to an emergency vehicle | Pending complaint filing |
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