Overview
- On March 13, 2026, Jaime Castro pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor count of making a false statement to police.
- Court records say he falsely claimed his girlfriend was the driver and that she had not consumed alcohol before the collision.
- Under the agreement, Castro will surrender his peace officer license, complete DWI classes, pay a fine, and serve one year of probation.
- Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot said the original police response fell short of policy, limiting clarity about any additional criminal liability.
- The case stems from the March 15, 2025 death of 25-year-old Atianna Washington on West Northwest Highway, and her family’s wrongful-death suit against Castro and Angela Valles remains active as they continue efforts to serve him.