In a surprising turn of events, a Tempe police officer who was recently honored for his efforts in preventing DUI incidents was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly driving under the influence. The officer, Zachary Hyde, had been recognized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for his dedication to DUI prevention, according to ABC 15.

Court records obtained by ABC 15 reveal that Hyde was pulled over just after midnight by a state trooper. He was observed driving at about 10 miles per hour in a 35-mile-per-hour zone. An Arizona Department of Public Safety spokesperson confirmed that troopers had probable cause to believe Hyde was under the influence, leading to his arrest.

“Any time a criminal investigation is brought to our attention about one of our officers, we take the matter very seriously,” the Tempe Police Department said in a statement. Following the incident, Hyde was placed on administrative leave pending further investigation, a spokesperson confirmed. Hyde, who has been with the department for two years, was off-duty at the time of his arrest.

Hyde and Officer Gavin Young were honored with the Hero Award at the 35th annual MADD Law Enforcement Recognition Banquet on June 30. The award recognized their commitment to keeping Arizona’s roads safe from impaired drivers.

The executive director of MADD has been informed about Hyde’s arrest, and the incident has raised questions about the accountability of law enforcement officers in upholding the laws they enforce.