News Conference: Massachusetts State Trooper Killed on I-95 in Mansfield

(NECN: Foxboro, Mass.) - Col. Marian McGovern of the Massachusetts State Police force held a news conference this morning to discuss the death of Massachusetts State Trooper Doug Weddleton.

Weddleton was struck and killed by a driver on I-95 in Mansfield early this morning. He was working detail at a road construction site when he pulled over one car. Another car struck Weddleton. Both drivers have been arrested and will face arraignment later today.

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Kenneth Weiand, 43, of Walpole will be charged with operating under the influence of alcohol.

Anthony Perry, 45, of Hyde Park, will be charged with negligent motor vehicle homicide -- among other charges.

Weddleton leaves behind his wife, Judith, and four sons.

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