Bel Air, MD – The Harford County Sheriff’s Office has released in-car camera footage connected to a 2025 DUI arrest involving a Harford County Department of Emergency Services dispatcher. The footage was made public following the conclusion of the related court case earlier this month.
According to Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler, the video was released after the dispatcher entered a plea on Jan. 21, 2026. The sheriff issued a statement alongside the Harford County Deputy Sheriff’s Union, addressing officer safety concerns and reaffirming departmental accountability.
The footage, captured during a lawful traffic stop and DUI arrest, had not been made public while the case was pending. Gahler noted that while transcripts had been shared with county administration, this is the first public release of the video.
In his recorded statement, Gahler outlined internal actions taken to address the incident and emphasized transparency and safety within the department.
The sheriff’s office confirmed the dispatcher is no longer employed by Harford County. The five-minute video is available on the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.
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