State Police Searching For SUV That Dragged Trooper In Webster
UPDATE: Fitchburg Police have made an arrest. Details can be found here.
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Massachusetts State Police units are currently searching for suspects and a vehicle that fled a motor vehicle stop on Chase Avenue in Webster. As the driver fled, the sport utility vehicle dragged the Trooper who had pulled it over for a short distance.
The Trooper stopped the SUV, with a male driver and female passenger, in the area of 26 Chase Avenue in Webster at approximately 12:25 PM on Friday, August 17th. While the Trooper was on foot at the side of the car, the vehicle accelerated away and dragged the Trooper for a short distance. The vehicle then fled on Chase Avenue toward Dudley.
The suspect vehicle is a green 2008 Honda Pilot, with Massachusetts license 9CKG50. The operator is a male, believed to be 27 years old and from Fitchburg. The passenger, who is the vehicle’s owner, is believed to be a 40 year old woman from Dudley. Both are the subjects of outstanding criminal warrants.
The Trooper, who is assigned to the Sturbridge Barracks was transported by ambulance to a local hospital with injuries believed to be non-life threatening.
Anyone who sees vehicle should call 911. A ‘Be On The Lookout’ has been sent to all Troop C barracks, surrounding local police departments, and Connecticut State Police. The State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section is also assisting in the search.
Anyone who sees vehicle should call 911. BOLO has been sent to all Troop C barracks, surrounding local police departments, and Connecticut State Police. MSP patrols and Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section searching for the suspects. We will update when appropriate. https://t.co/eNIaustUoS
— Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) August 17, 2018