Drunk Driving Arrest Threatens Tyson Heir’s Future at Meat-Packing Giant

After John R. Tyson’s first arrest involving intoxication, he kept his job with the support of family and Tyson Foods Inc.’s board. Now a drunk-driving charge may jeopardize his path to the top of the largest US meat packer.

The great-grandson of Tyson’s founder was suspended from his role as chief financial officer after being arrested for a second time on Thursday in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He has been considered a potential successor to Chief Executive Officer Donnie King in a position that has historically been held by family members.