HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — A NASCAR driver from Indiana was arrested in North Carolina and faces charges relating to driving while intoxicated.
Chris Hacker, 23, originally from Noblesville, was arrested shortly before 1 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 15 by the Huntersville Police Department in North Carolina. Huntersville is a suburb north of Charlotte.
According to public records made available by the North Carolina Judicial Branch, Hacker is charged with driving while impaired, reckless driving to endanger, speeding and failure to wear a seatbelt.
His court date is scheduled for Sept. 19 in North Carolina. Hacker was indefinitely suspended by NASCAR on Aug. 17.
NASCAR writer Bob Pockrass posted a statement from Hacker Thursday evening.
"I am deeply sorry for the mistake I made, and while no one was hurt, I take full responsibility for how dangerous my actions were and will be seeking treatment through an alcohol rehab program," Hacker said, in part.
He has made two starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series and four starts in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series this season. He last drove in the Truck series race at Indianapolis Raceway Park on Aug. 11.
