(Knox, IN) - An educator at the high school in Knox is facing charges of drunk driving. Authorities say Assistant Principal Greg Estok drove recklessly in the parking lot of a Taco Bell on December 20. 

Soon, police said responding officers were following him as he crossed U.S. 35 and ran a stop sign.  Police said Estok had a child in the vehicle and was eating his food when pulled over.  His alleged blood alcohol level was close to three times the legal limit.

Estok was placed on administrative leave following his arrest.   His initial court hearing on the allegations is scheduled February 6.