Baltimore City assistant sheriff arrested for DUI in Ocean City

BALTIMORE-- Nicholas Blendy, a 44-year-old Baltimore City assistant sheriff, was arrested for driving under the influence in Ocean City Thursday morning, police said. 

According to charging documents, an officer in the area of southbound Coastal Highway observed a black Ford Explorer speeding and driving in a zigzag pattern between lanes. 

The officer then conducted a traffic stop at Trimper Avenue and Coastal Highway where he identified the driver as Blendy. 

During the stop, the officer noticed a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from Blendy's breath, slurred speech and stated his eyes appeared to be bloodshot and glassy, according to the report. 

The officer then performed field tests where the driver displayed poor balance and an inability to follow instructions, the report shows.

Blendy admitted to having four beers before beginning to drive and was then arrested. The officer searched the black Ford where they found a can of beer.

Blendy is listed as an assistant sheriff and legal advisor for the Baltimore Sheriff. 

Ocean City Police stated Blendy was seen by a Maryland District Court Commissioner and released on his recognizance.