James Poet, San Diego State University Associated Students President, has been arrested and charged with DUI and possession of marijuana.
SDSU police said Poet was arrested Friday, October 17 as he was driving alone in his own vehicle on 55th Avenue near campus.
In the Daily Aztec, the SDSU student newspaper, Poet is quoted as saying "I do have some personal issues going on right now." The paper reports that Poet confirmed he has a court date and hopes to be considered innocent until proven guilty.
This news comes after a recent arrest of Aztec basketball player Lorrenzo Wade on burglary charges. As well as the recent drug bust involving the campus. In May, close to 100 people were arrested as a result of a 6 month undercover investigation involving SDSU students and drug activity on campus.
In a statement released this afternoon, James Kitchen, Vice President of Student Affairs, said "We are both shocked and disappointed at the news of James Poet's arrest which has the potential for serious consequences. However, as with any other student accused of breaking the law, James should be afforded due process and a chance to defend himself in court."
Kitchen also wrote "James has made many significant contributions during his tenure as AS President for which we are appreciative."
