Manhunt ends in arrest after suspect attacks Florida Highway Patrol trooper on I-95 in Martin County

The Martin County Sheriff’s Office assisted Florida Highway Patrol with a traffic stop Thursday afternoon, after a suspect with an open warrant reportedly began attacking the trooper and ignored commands to comply.

This happened on I-95 near Martin Highway, creating a large law enforcement presence along the interstate in Palm City, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.

They say a struggle ensued when the trooper attempted to place him in custody; he was able to to put one handcuff on the suspect before he fled toward the Stuart West and Cobblestone communities…

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