Sun May 18 04:50:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

A rookie San Francisco police officer, Ryan Kwong, was arrested for DUI early Saturday morning after a crash in the Outer Sunset district. The crash involved two vehicles, injuring five people, one critically. Kwong had recently been sworn in and was beginning his field training. The SFPD Chief, Mayor, and Police Officers Association all expressed sympathy for the victims and emphasized accountability for Kwong’s actions.

**News Article:**

**Rookie SFPD Officer Arrested for DUI After Crash Leaves Five Injured, One Critical**

**SAN FRANCISCO** – A newly sworn-in San Francisco Police Department officer, Ryan Kwong, 28, was arrested early Saturday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence following a multi-vehicle crash in the city’s Outer Sunset district. The incident, which occurred around 2:00 a.m. near Sunset Boulevard and Rivera Streets, resulted in injuries to five people, including one individual who sustained life-threatening injuries.

According to an SFPD statement, officers responding to the scene found two heavily damaged vehicles: a minivan crashed against a light pole and a sedan nearby. Police determined that Kwong was the driver at fault and was driving under the influence of alcohol. He was subsequently arrested and booked into jail on suspicion of DUI causing injury and reckless driving.

Kwong was one of 31 officers sworn in just days prior and had recently started a 16-week field-training program.

SFPD Chief Bill Scott expressed his condolences, stating, “This incident was incredibly tragic, and my heart goes out to the injured victims. We will do everything in our power to ensure justice is served in this case. No one is above the law.”

Mayor Daniel Lurie echoed this sentiment, adding, “Our police officers work hard to keep San Franciscans safe, and we expect them to follow the law on and off duty – no exceptions.”

The San Francisco Police Officers Association also released a statement, with President Tracy McCray emphasizing accountability: “There is no excuse for drunk driving, especially for police officers. If the allegations are true, he should be held fully accountable for his actions and the harm he’s caused.”

An investigation into the crash is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the SFPD at 415-575-4444.

[Courtesy of James Gomez, Jr.]

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