Collierville Police Officer Resigns From Department Following Arrest On Domestic Assault Charges In Fayette County

David Haley has resigned from the Collierville Police Department following his March 2 arrest in Fayette County for domestic assault.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 10, 2026, 9:55 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Action News 5

Resignation Follows Internal Review Of Fayette County Arrest

A veteran officer with the Collierville Police Department (CPD) has stepped down amid a developing criminal investigation into his private conduct. David Haley submitted his resignation on Tuesday following a structured meeting with department administrators on March 4. The departure marks the end of Haley's tenure with the CPD, which was interrupted earlier this month by a domestic violence report originating in neighboring Fayette County. While Haley had been placed on administrative leave with pay immediately following the report, the department confirmed that his status as a law enforcement officer has now officially concluded.

March 2 Incident Leads To Fayette County Sheriff’s Office Booking

The legal troubles for Haley began on March 2, when deputies with the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic call that resulted in his arrest. He was booked on charges of domestic assault, a classification that carries significant weight for active law enforcement officers. Under federal and state guidelines, a conviction for domestic violence often precludes individuals from carrying a firearm, effectively ending a career in policing. The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office has not yet released the specific details regarding the nature of the confrontation or the condition of the other party involved.

Collierville Police Department Maintains Distance During Active Prosecution

In a statement released Tuesday afternoon, the Collierville Police Department clarified that Haley’s resignation was a direct result of the administrative process following his arrest. However, the department emphasized that they are not the lead investigating agency for the criminal counts. "Haley’s criminal charges and case in Fayette County remain active," a spokesperson for the CPD noted, adding that the department would not provide further comment on the specifics of the allegations to avoid interfering with the ongoing prosecution.