WAUCHULA, Fla. (WFLA) -- A Wauchula Police Department officer was arrested early Wednesday morning for driving under the influence, Police Chief Ron Curtis Jr. said.

At around 1:30 a.m., Jeffrey "Dylan" Johnson was off-duty when he was caught going 104 mph in a 60 mph zone on East Main Street near Airport Road, according to a news release.

His infant child was found in the vehicle at the time of his arrest.

Johnson was charged with DUI with a person under age 18 in the vehicle and a blood alcohol level of over 0.15, and dangerous excessive speeding.

“This incident is disappointing for me personally, for our department, and for our community,” Curtis said in a statement. “Our officers are sworn to uphold the law and to serve with integrity and professionalism, both on and off duty. As C

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