Police Chief Faces Charges After Crash | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

Lancaster Police Chief Ryan Hughes is in hot water after his Mercedes crashed and caught fire—forcing a bystander to rescue him. Officers found him with bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and smelling of alcohol. Though he refused a breathalyzer, blood was drawn under warrant with results pending. Facing criminal mischief charges that could be a felony, Hughes is on administrative leave as the mayor vows to handle the investigation with due process. His court date is August 10th, and the community is watching closely. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…