Crime & Safety
Man Tries To Run Over Cop After Fleeing Mohegan Sun: Report
The accused traveled at speeds greater than 100 mph, according to a published report.
UNCASVILLE, CT — Justin Eccleston, 22, of Meriden is accused of trying to run over a Mohegan Tribal police officer after he fled Mohegan Sun Saturday, NBC Connecticut reports. Eccleston's SUV traveled in excess of 100 mph at time on I-395 and Route 2, police said.
The chase ended when the accused crashed into a tree in Lebanon and a large quantity of marijuana was found inside the vehicle, NBC Connecticut reports.
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A Meriden man is accused of trying to run over a police officer and fleeing from police after an incident at Mohegan Sun Saturday. https://t.co/6fSVNX6GO7 pic.twitter.com/Zk9m24iz4X
— NBC Connecticut (@NBCConnecticut) February 24, 2018
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