Baylor School headmaster charged for boating under the influence

The 52-year-old Baylor Alumni was also charged with reckless operation of a vessel or boat.

Authorities said the arrest took place Friday on Nickajack Lake.

Sunday morning, the president and head of school sent out an email regarding the incident.

“Dear Baylor Faculty, Staff and Parents,

I want to make you aware of a situation that is quickly becoming public. On Friday afternoon, I was cited by Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency officials for unsafely operating a pontoon boat while with my wife and another couple. I accept full responsibility for my actions and have learned a valuable lesson from this situation; however, please know that I was not operating the boat unsafely.

As I move forward through this process, I want to assure you that I understand the responsibility I have to Baylor School, our faculty, students, and families to conduct myself in a professional manner both on and off campus. While I regret the distraction this will cause for us, know that I remain committed to the values of Baylor School. I have full faith in our legal system, and I look forward to a full and fair resolution of this matter.

Sincerely,

Chris Angel ’89”