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Man Tries to Escape on Foot after Traffic Stop

All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

Possession: On Jan. 18, at approximately 11:02 p.m., as a result of a traffic stop in the 100 block of North Matlack Street a 21-year-old West Chester resident was taken into custody for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Resisting and Escaping Arrest: On Jan. 16, at approximately 9:04 a.m., West Chester police conducted a traffic stop on a 35-year-old Philadelphia resident who was seen operating a motor vehicle on a suspended driver’s license and other traffic offenses.  The man stopped the vehicle and then proceeded to flee on foot after being ordered to stop.  After a short foot pursuit the man was taken into custody.

DUI: On Jan. 19, at approximately 3:37 a.m., West Chester police pulled over a 31-year-old Coatesville resident for a traffic violation.  The man was observed going the wrong way in the 200 block of East Market Street and was arrested after failing field sobriety tests at the scene.

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Monk June 18, 2013 at 09:43 pm
The truth finally spoken in East Goshen! This is without a doubt a conflict of interest. Why wouldRead More anyone think it is appropriate for Battavio to be involved in this decision? Thanks for bringing this into the light.
Gregg Westman June 9, 2013 at 04:07 pm
Boomer has been found and returned to our home. Thank you everyone for your positive thoughts andRead More help. Our family is so grateful for his return. A special thanks to the family who saved him and cared for him during his time away.