Roswell High Athletic Director Arrested in Forsyth County for DUI

John P. Coen, who serves as athletic director at Roswell High School, was arrested in Forsyth County on December 9, 2025. Forsyth County incident reports and booking information recorded alleged offenses of driving under the influence, speeding and failure to maintain a lane. Those records list the charges as recorded by Forsyth authorities. The charges are allegations and the legal process, including any court proceedings, will determine the outcome.

The arrest is significant to Forsyth County because it intersects public safety and the school community. Driving under the influence is a leading cause of traffic injuries and fatalities nationwide, and local arrests put a spotlight on road safety enforcement and prevention efforts here. For parents, students and school staff, an athletic director holds a visible, influential role. The incident raises questions about staffing, supervision and the processes schools use when employees are accused of criminal conduct.

Beyond immediate personnel concerns, the arrest highlights broader public health and community needs. Preventing impaired driving relies on a mix of enforcement, education and access to behavioral health services. When incidents involve school employees, there is added strain on trust and on supports for young people who see coaches and administrators as role models. Ensuring the well being of students requires clear communication from school leaders and access to counseling when high profile incidents affect the school community.

The record of arrest and charges in county booking information begins a legal sequence that may include arraignment and court hearings. Until charges are adjudicated, they remain allegations. Forsyth County residents should expect public agencies and the school district to provide timely information about personnel measures, and to uphold safety for students and staff while the legal process moves forward.

This event underscores the overlap of criminal justice, public health and school policy. Forsyth County will have to balance law enforcement procedures, community expectations and the needs of students as the case proceeds through the courts.