Tewksbury

Driver intentionally hit police cruiser during traffic stop in Tewksbury, police say

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A driver purposely struck a Massachusetts State Police cruiser during a traffic stop on I-495 Thursday night before taking off, according to police.

Mass. State Police said troopers had stopped a stolen vehicle on I-495 south in Tewksbury. A male driver got out of the car, and when he did, a female driver took control, backing into a police cruiser and almost hitting another trooper before taking off. Troopers followed the car south on the highway, but lost sight of it around exit 88 in Chelmsford.

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It's not clear if anyone was hurt.

An investigation is underway.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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