Waterbury police lieutenant charged with carrying gun under the influence

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Waterbury Police Lieutenant David Balnis Photo credit Waterbury Police Dept

Waterbury, Conn./WTIC Radio - A Waterbury police lieutenant charged in October with DUI is now facing weapons charges.

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Lieutenant David Balnis was involved in a crash on Highland Avenue in the wee hours of October 30 last year.

He was booked on charges of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, posted bond, and was placed on administrative leave.

Waterbury police say the 55-year-old is now additionally charged carrying a firearm under the influence of intoxicating liquor in relation to the original incident.

Balnis turned himself in Thursday, was booked, and released on $25,000 bond.

He's due back in court February 27.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Waterbury Police Dept