Philly Cop Accused Of DUI Crash That Hurt Couple, Killed Dog

PHILADELPHIA — A Philadelphia Police officer is facing numerous felony charges stemming from a vehicle crash that injured two people and a pet and even killed a pet, police said.

Officer Gregory Campbell was arrested Saturday on suspicion of driving under the influence after crashing his vehicle into a home on the 2800 block of Comly Road.

Campbell, 27, has been charged with aggravated assault while driving under the influence, aggravated assault, criminal mischief, and aggravated assault by vehicle, all felony charges. He also has been charged with possession of an instrument of crime, recklessly endangering another person, driving at an unsafe speed, and reckless driving.

This crash severely injured one person, caused injury to a second person, killed one animal inside the home and injured a second animal, police said.

The crash also caused extensive property damage to the home itself.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports Campbell was driving at least 70 miles per hour when the crash occurred.

Hurt in the crash were husband and wife, ages 45 and 53 respectively. The crash also killed one of their dogs and hurt another.

Campbell is a 2-year veteran of the department who was most recently assigned to the 14th District.

Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw has suspended Campbell for 30 days with the intent to dismiss at the end of the 30 days.

"The consequences of choosing to drive while under the influence are enormous, and all too often, life-changing," Outlaw said. "A family should always feel safe in their home, and yet the actions of this individual shattered that reality. The fact that the offender, in this case, is a Philadelphia Police Officer is appalling. Police Officers must be held to a higher standard - even while off-duty - and I assure the victims and the public that a complete and thorough investigation will take place. My prayers remain with this family."

Campbell was arraigned Sunday and his bail was set at 10 percent of $40,000, according to court documents.