Don Peritz Jr. Profile
Don Peritz Jr. is an American Emmy Award-Winning assignments/investigative editor and researcher working for NBC 5. He has been working for the station since joining in 2013.
Don Peritz Jr. Career
Peritz Jr. serves as an investigative editor and researcher at NBC 5 and specializes in breaking news and investigative stories after nearly 35 years as a well-respected as well as highly decorated North Texas law enforcement official. He is also a whilom Dallas County Sheriff’s Administrative Senior Sergeant, who contributes a wealth of real-world police training and personal street experience to NBC 5 with his direct involvement in several high-profile fields and leadership assignments during his career.

Peritz Jr. also received a national Edward R. Murrow Award in 2017 for his teamwork in covering the 2016 Dallas Police Officer Ambush as well as is a four-time sole Star Emmy Award winner.
Peritz Jr. holds a number of Texas Commission on Law Enforcement certifications and licenses such as Master Texas Peace Officer, arson investigation, advanced accident investigation, and firearms instructor certification.
Don Peritz Jr. Age
Peritz Jr.’s age is not known for he has managed to keep his personal life private. It is therefore not known how old Don is or when he celebrates his birthday. However, he might be in his 60s.
Don Peritz Jr. Height
Peritz Jr. stands at an approximate height of 5 feet 8 inches.
Don Peritz Jr. Family
Information regarding Peritz’s parents and siblings is currently under review. However, the information will be updated as soon as it’s available.
Don Peritz Jr.’s Wife
According to Don’s Twitter profile, he is a proud dad & grandpaw. He has however not revealed any details about his wife or children.
Don Peritz Jr. Salary
Being the Assignments/Investigative Editor and Researcher for NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, there is no doubt Peritz earns a good salary. However, the exact amount of money Peritz receives has not yet been disclosed.
Don Peritz Jr.’s Net Worth
Peritz has an estimated net worth of between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through his successful career as a journalist.
Don Peritz Jr. NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
At NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, Peritz works alongside;
- Wayne Carter – Special Assignment Reporter
- Keisha Burns – Weather Anchor/reporter
- Candace Sweat – Reporter
- Ben Russell – Reporter
- Ken Kalthoff – Reporter
- Jack Highberger – Reporter
- Melissa Harrison – TV/Radio Journalist
- Diana Zoga – Journalist
- Meredith Yeomans – Reporter
- Meredith Land – Anchor
- Samantha Davies – Meteorologist/Traffic Reporter
- Laura Harris – Journalist
- Newy Scruggs – Sportscaster