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Police: Former Political Reporter Sam Donaldson Arrested For DUI

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Former ABC News political reporter Sam Donaldson is seen in this 2004 file photo. (AP Photo) Former ABC News political reporter Sam Donaldson is seen in this 2004 file photo. (AP Photo)
LEWES, Del. -

Sam Donaldson, a former ABC News political reporter, was pulled over in Lewes, Del. earlier this month and arrested for driving under the influence, police announced Wednesday.

Police in Lewes confirm to FOX 29 News that Donaldson was pulled over on Savannah Road back on Dec. 1 for a traffic violation.

According to Police Chief Jeffrey Horvath, Donaldson's car was pulled over just before 8 p.m. Horvath says further investigation by officers revealed Donaldson had allegedly been drinking alcohol.

Donaldson was given a standard field sobriety test and was arrested.

According to police, Donaldson will have to appear in court at a later date.

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