DeKalb Officer Arrested on Drug Charges

Marius Tassy, a 43-year-old DeKalb County police officer, was arrested on November 10 after an internal criminal investigation into drugs. He is accused of illegally dispensing medication, a felony, and selling hazardous drugs, a misdemeanor, according to the department’s announcement. Tassy was booked into the DeKalb County Jail and placed on administrative leave while the investigation proceeds.

Police began the investigation in late October. The department has not identified the substances involved or said where the alleged sales occurred. It also has not disclosed whether anyone else may face charges, and declined to provide additional details while the case remains active.

Police Chief Greg Padrick said officers are expected to act with integrity and accountability. He said alleged criminal conduct by an officer damages the profession’s credibility, and that the department would investigate its own members and hold them accountable. Tassy joined the department in 2023.