A Mississippi police officer, James Jackson, has been arrested following a disturbing incident where he was discovered unconscious in his patrol car, holding a meth pipe, WLBT reports.
The alarming discovery took place on October 5, 2024, in Yazoo City, Mississippi. Local authorities, after noticing Jackson’s patrol car parked for an extended period, approached the vehicle only to find him passed out behind the wheel.
In his hand, officers found a methamphetamine pipe, and a search of the vehicle uncovered additional drugs, including marijuana in the glove compartment.
Jackson, a member of the Belzoni Police Department, has since been placed under arrest. According to reports, when officers arrived on the scene, Jackson refused to cooperate, declining to take a sobriety test. His failure to comply prompted his immediate detention, further intensifying the situation.
This incident has sent shockwaves through the law enforcement community in the area, with the Belzoni Police Department facing a growing scandal. His arrest has sparked outrage among residents and raised serious questions about internal monitoring, drug testing protocols, and the overall well-being of officers entrusted with public safety.
The Belzoni Police Department has yet to issue a public statement regarding Jackson’s arrest or address whether similar incidents have occurred within the department.
