Amherst Woman Charged With DWI

MERRIMACK, NH — A local woman was arrested recently for drunk driving, according to police. Amy Sanderson, 40, of Taconic Drive in Amherst, was arrested on Aug. 10, 2017, for operating under the influence of liquor. At just before midnight, an officer stopped to check the welfare of a motorist who pulled over onto the side of the road – while driving in front of him, Sgt. Cassell noted in a press statement.

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“The operator was identified as Amy Sanderson,” Cassell noted. “During his interaction with Sanderson, the Officer noticed signs of intoxication and impairment.” (For more information on this and other neighborhood stories, subscribe to Merrimack NH Patch to receive daily newsletters and breaking news alerts. Like Merrimack NH Patch on Facebook)

After an investigation into the situation, Sanderson was arrested. She was released on $1,000 personal recognizance bail and had a court date on Aug. 15.

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