Georgia school’s deputy superintendent crashes car into ditch, gets arrested for DUI

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DALTON, Ga. — A Georgia school superintendent has been arrested for driving under the influence and driving his car into a ditch, according to Dalton police.

Police said that on Jan. 20, they found Wiley Dailey’s car in a ditch near 825 Chattanooga Ave in Dalton.

Dailey told police that a dog ran in front of him, causing him to swerve and end up in the ditch.

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He also told police he drank several alcoholic beverages.

According to the report, Dailey showed several signs of impairment and had a BAC of .126.

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Dailey was taken to Whitfield County Jail and charged with DUI and failure to maintain a lane.

According to the district’s website, Dailey is listed as the deputy superintendent.

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