Off-duty San Antonio police detective arrested on suspicion of DWI

Detective Matthew Bennett has been placed on administrative duty, according to an SAPD statement.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 2:07pm

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An off-duty San Antonio Police Department detective was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated in the Central Texas town of Burnet, according to a statement from the department. Detective Matthew Bennett, a nine-year SAPD veteran, has since been placed on administrative duty as the department conducts an administrative investigation.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about public trust in law enforcement and the accountability of police officers, especially when they are suspected of committing crimes while off-duty.

The details

Burnet Police arrested Bennett, 35, on Friday, according to county jail records. He was released on $1,500 bond. The Burnet Police Department is conducting a criminal investigation stemming from the arrest.

  • Bennett was arrested on Friday, March 14, 2026.

The players

Matthew Bennett

A 35-year-old detective with the San Antonio Police Department, with 9 years of experience.

San Antonio Police Department

The law enforcement agency that employs Detective Bennett and is conducting an administrative investigation into the incident.

Burnet Police Department

The law enforcement agency that arrested Detective Bennett and is conducting a criminal investigation into the incident.

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What’s next

The Burnet Police Department will continue its criminal investigation, and the San Antonio Police Department will conduct an administrative investigation into Detective Bennett's conduct.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of holding all members of law enforcement to the highest standards of conduct, both on and off duty, in order to maintain public trust and ensure accountability within the police force.