RI State Police Arrest Man Who Crashed Into Trooper's Cruiser

RI State Police Arrest Man Who Crashed Into Trooper's Cruiser

Rhode Island State Police have arrested Alfredo Falcon-Benitez, age 41, of 57 Lincoln Avenue in Central Falls after the vehicle he was operating struck a marked State Police Cruiser on Route 95 South in the City of Warwick.

Falcon-Benitez subsequently failed all field sobriety tests administered on scene and was transported to State Police Headquarters where he refused to provide a breath sample.

He was held overnight and arraigned by Justice of the Peace Dawson for the following:

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1. Driving Under the Influence of Liquor/Refusal(First Offense), 2. Driving to Endanger, 3. Operating on a Suspended License. He was held on surety bail and transported to the ACI pending a bail review hearing this week.

State Police Colonel James Manni said," I am thankful that the Trooper and other motorist involved were not seriously injured. This is yet another reminder, especially at this time of the year, of the potential tragedy that can occur by deciding to drink and drive. The State Police remain focused on removing impaired operators from the roadways."

The State Police that motorists are encouraged to contact 911 to report any vehicle being operated erratically.