KLAS-TV Channel 8 News Las VegasTrooper Charged With DUI Resigns
The Nevada Highway Patrol Trooper accused of causing a deadly crash has resigned his position.
Police say 46-year-old Edward Lattin was under the influence of marijuana when he caused the crash last month near Tropicana and Rainbow. One person was killed.
The 17 year veteran of the Highway Patrol is free on $50,000 bail. He has been on paid administrative leave since the crash, pending the outcome of the investigation.
Lattin is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on October 15, 2008. He is charged with felony DUI resulting in death. If convicted he could be sentenced to up to 20 years in prison.
