George County Deputy Arrested for DUI in Lucedale, Mississippi

Braxton Keebler, a 22-year-old off-duty deputy with the George County Sheriff’s Office, was arrested for driving under the influence in Lucedale, Mississippi. Lucedale police officers observed Keebler impaired and took him into custody without incident, charging him with misdemeanor DUI. Following the arrest, Keebler was jailed at the Greene County Sheriff’s Office and placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of both criminal and internal investigations. George County Sheriff Mitchell Mixon emphasized the department’s commitment to professionalism, integrity, and transparency, stating that no one is above the law and thanking the Lucedale Police Department for their professionalism. The sheriff’s office assured the community that the legal process will be followed fairly and openly. This incident has prompted an internal review to maintain the trust of the community the sheriff’s office serves.