CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — A Chesterfield County police officer, Lewis Hagen, has resigned after being charged with allegedly receiving illegal drugs through the mail, the Chesterfield County Police Department confirmed in a statement.
According to the statement, the department received a tip about Hagen, 40, receiving illegal drugs at his home last week. In response, the Chesterfield County Police Department (CCPD) contacted the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) Richmond District Office High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force, which promptly initiated an investigation.
On Friday morning, officers with the task force executed a search warrant at Hagen’s residence. Based on the evidence gathered during the search, Hagen was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute an imitation substance and conspiracy.
Hagen was placed on unpaid leave pending further investigation but chose to resign from his position. The police department accepted his resignation immediately.
“I am extremely disappointed to share this news with our community,” said Col. Frank Carpenter, Chesterfield County’s chief of police. “This officer’s alleged actions are unacceptable, and do not reflect the values we have sworn to uphold in our oath of office. At the same time, we are proud of every employee involved in this investigative process, and we remain committed to openly addressing breaches of the public trust and holding ourselves accountable.”
Crime Insider sources reported that Hagen’s wife, Tiffany Hagen, was also arrested. She faces similar charges, including possession with intent to distribute an imitation substance and possession of narcotics.
Both Lewis and Tiffany Hagen are being held at the Chesterfield County Jail as the investigation continues.
