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N.H. State Trooper injured after a pickup truck slammed into cruiser on I-93 in Hooksett

HOOKSETT, Mass. — A New Hampshire State Trooper and passenger were injured when a pickup truck slammed into a cruiser on I-93 in Hooksett.

Police said a state trooper pulled over to help Joyce Walton, 76, of Manchester who was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Wednesday night just before 8 p.m.

Walton was sitting in the back of the trooper’s car, trying to stay warm, when a Ford pick-up truck hit the cruiser from behind, significantly damaging the back. Both the trooper and Walton were transported to a hospital for injuries sustained during the accident.

Micheal Pavletich, 22, of Amherst, the operator of the Ford was arrested for suspicions of driving under the influence. He was transported to a hospital but refused medical attention, according to police.

A preliminary investigation indicates that driving under the influence was a factor of the crash.

Hooksett Road at Alice Avenue & the exit 9S off-ramp of I-93 southbound remains closed.

The crash remains under investigation.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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