Connecticut police officer involved in struggle with suspect over handgun before getting dragged by car
(FOX61)- Police have identified and arrested a suspect wanted for dragging an officer with his car through several streets in Newington on February 11.
On February 11, around 2:05 p.m., Newington Police responded to a report of a shoplifting in progress at the Best Market located at 175 Lowrey Place. An employee of Best Market saw a man and woman leaving the store without paying for $190 worth of beer. Officers say suspect, Joshua Coonradt, 37, had already drove off before they arrived.
Police say an additional officer responded to the call and saw Coonradt’s car driving down Cedar Street. When the officer stopped and approached the car on the Wethersfield town line on Wells Road, police say Coonradt reached for a handgun on the dashboard and a struggle between the officer and Coonradt took place.
Officers say Coonradt drove off at a high speed, dragging the officer along for approximately 150 yards, at which time the officer was able to free himself. (Read More)