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Aurora Councilmember Rob Andrews Arrested on Suspicion of DUI After Traffic Stop

The at-large member chairs public safety committees.

Overview

  • Police say Andrews, 41, was stopped around 9:30 p.m. Saturday on South Chambers Road after lane-splitting and wide turns were observed.
  • Officers conducted a DUI investigation and arrested him on suspicion of DUI, excessive alcohol content, unsafe lane changes, and making a left turn from the wrong lane.
  • A department spokesman said Andrews failed a field sobriety test, while his blood-alcohol level was not disclosed.
  • He was placed on a detox hold at the Aurora Municipal Detention Center and released Sunday morning on a summons.
  • After his release, Andrews issued a public apology saying he takes responsibility and will cooperate, as court records and attorney details were not yet available.