RALEIGH – Late this afternoon, the off-duty trooper who was pulled over in his personal vehicle April 3 on I-85 near Butner on suspicion of driving while impaired was dismissed from the N.C. State Highway Patrol. Two Butner Public Safety officers involved in that traffic stop also were dismissed.

Capt. James Williams Jr. of the Highway Patrol was dismissed for personal conduct violations. Capt. Walter B. Williams and Lt. Daniel C. Parrot, both of Butner Public Safety, were dismissed for job performance and personal conduct violations.

These actions follow extensive and thorough internal investigations by both the State Highway Patrol and Butner Public Safety.

“We take these matters very seriously and will not tolerate this type of conduct,” said Col. Randy Glover, commander of the State Highway Patrol. “The Highway Patrol is built upon the highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism. We expect and demand that all employees from troopers to supervisors, whether on duty or off duty, abide by the laws of our state and the rules of our organization.”

“These two officers’ failure to enforce the law and abide by their oaths of office was a betrayal of the public’s trust and Butner Public Safety’s commitment to serve and protect the citizens of this community,” said Chief Wayne Hobgood of BPS. “Our officers are held to a high standard and they will perform their duties honestly, fairly and with integrity. The public and I expect no less.”

Hobgood added that “this matter remains under investigation.”