The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a Davis Elementary School teacher for driving while under the influence.
On April 19, 2026, at 1:33 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop in Tampa. Deputies noticed signs of impairment, and the driver, Jacob Cohen, 35, agreed to field sobriety exercises. Cohen continued to show multiple indicators of impairment. Cohen refused to give a breath sample.
Cohen was arrested and faces the following charges:
- Refusal to Submit to Testing
- Driving Under the Influence
"Driving under the influence is a dangerous and reckless decision that puts lives at risk," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "As someone entrusted with shaping young minds in our community, this behavior is especially concerning. We will continue to hold individuals accountable and remain committed to keeping our roads safe."
This remains an active investigation. Any updates will be provided by the Public Affairs Office.