A Massachusetts State Police trooper was drunk when he crashed on Route 114 in North Andover early Saturday, severely injuring a passenger, police said.
Dale Jenkins was suspended after the alleged incident.
The identity of the male passenger was not immediately released.
Jenkins was charged with OUI and carrying a gun while drunk. Police said he was driving his own car and had his own handgun inside.
State Police said they will conduct a review to determine if Jenkins can return to duty as his case progresses. Jenkins, a member of the gang unit, has been with State Police for 14 years.
"State Police condemn all instances of impaired operation," Col. Timothy Allen said in a statement.
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