Spalding County Deputy Arrested for DUI After Reporting for Duty Under the Influence

A Spalding County deputy named Andrew Degler was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after arriving for work on Wednesday evening and appearing intoxicated. Degler, who had served nearly 12 years with the sheriff's office, was fired following a positive preliminary breath test. Sheriff Darrel Dix emphasized the importance of accountability and urged individuals struggling with substance abuse to seek help.