Police: Man Pushed Officer Into Highway Travel Lane

New Hampshire State Police have arrested a man accused of pushing an officer during a traffic stop and having drugs in his vehicle

New Hampshire State Police have arrested a man accused of pushing an officer during a traffic stop and having drugs in his vehicle.

On Monday at 4:30 p.m., a state trooper stopped to help a disabled vehicle on I-93 south in Derry.

The vehicle was operated by David Tanner, 22, of Franconia, who the officer suspected may have had a large quantity of drugs in his vehicle.

During investigation, police say Tanner pushed the officer into the travel lane of the highway and engaged in a struggle with the officer.

Two people stopped to assist the officer, who was able to arrest Tanner.

A search warrant was issued for the vehicle and police found marijuana inside.

Tanner is facing drug and assault charges and is due in the 10th Circuit District Court June 12.

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