New Details: Radio host Buzz Adams arrested for DWI
Update (January 16, 2026): ABC-7 has obtained the court documents detailing radio host Buzz Adams' arrest. Buzz Adams' legal name is Michael Witt.
The court documents state that the arresting officer smelled burnt marijuana in Witt's car when he pulled Witt over. The officer reported finding a vape pen suspected of containing THC in Witt's car. Court documents state that Witt also had a gun in the car.
Once Witt got out of the car, the court documents state that the arresting officer found another THC product, as well as "a 12oz Stella Artois Beer can under the driver seat that was still cold to the touch." Court documents state that the officer also smelled alcohol on Witt's person.
Update (5:18 PM): Defense attorney Justin Underwood told ABC-7 that he will address Buzz Adams' DWI charge Friday at 7:30 a.m. on the KLAQ morning show.
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- KLAQ radio host Buzz Adams, whose legal name is Michael Witt, was arrested on four charges, including driving while intoxicated, this weekend.
Jail records show that Witt was arrested January 10, 2026, and bonded out of jail the next day.
In addition to the DWI charge, Witt is also facing charges of unlawful carrying of a weapon, possession of marijuana under two ounces, and possession of a controlled substance Penalty Group 2 under one gram.
When asked to comment, KLAQ General Manager Brad Dubow referred us to Witt's attorney, Justin Underwood.
When asked if Witt is still on the air, Dubow directed us to listen in on Friday morning at 7:30 a.m.