DANVILLE, Ind. — A Hendricks County man has decided to keep his name in the running as the county's next sheriff after being arrested over the weekend for drunk driving.
Veteran Strategies Inc. shared the following statement with 13News on behalf of Terry Judy:
"After consulting with family and friends, I have decided to remain a candidate for sheriff. While I make no excuses for what happened last weekend, I am heartened and humbled by the outpouring of kindness and support from the Hendricks County community."
A Danville police spokesperson confirmed Judy was arrested Sunday but did not provide any additional information on the arrest.
According to jail records, Judy was booked into the Hendricks County Jail shortly after 3 a.m. for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. He was released just before 8 a.m.
According to the Indiana Voter Portal, Judy is running for Hendricks County sheriff against Dave Galloway and Jack Sadler.
Brett Clark, current sheriff of Hendricks County, is not running for reelection.
Judy released a statement on his arrest through his attorney Sunday evening. It reads:
“Please accept my apology for using poor judgment this past weekend. I have spent my entire professional career in law enforcement, and I make no excuses for my actions. I will continue to consult with families, friends, and supporters regarding my candidacy for Hendricks County Sheriff and make a decision at the appropriate time.”
In a Jan. 5 Facebook post, the Hendricks County Sheriff's Office recognized Judy on his retirement as captain on Dec. 31, 2021, after more than 30 years in various positions, including jail deputy, merit deputy, juvenile and sex crimes investigator, and investigations commander.
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