Connecticut Driver Arrested for Theft After Backing Up on Interstate
Photo Credit: Connecticut State Police
Incident Overview
A surprising incident occurred on the Interstate 84 in West Hartford, Connecticut, where a driver was apprehended for traveling the wrong way and subsequently stealing items from a crash scene. This unusual sequence of events took place on April 7, prompting a swift response from the Connecticut State Police.
The Wrong-Way Drive
According to reports from the Connecticut State Police, their Highway Patrol received an alert from the wrong-way vehicle detection system at the I-84 Westbound Exit 42 off-ramp. Upon reviewing the footage, officers noticed a vehicle reversing off the off-ramp, followed by the driver exiting the vehicle.
Details of the Theft
The driver, later identified as 51-year-old Marcus King, approached the scene of a previous accident that had involved a rolled-over tractor-trailer. Witnesses and police observed him picking up various items that had spilled onto the highway as a result of the crash.
Charges and Arrest
Authorities quickly located King and discovered several of the stolen items in his possession. Following the incident, he was taken into custody and charged with multiple offenses, including driving the wrong way and larceny.
What’s Next?
Following his arrest, Marcus King was released after posting a $10,000 bond. He is expected to appear in Hartford Superior Court later this month to face the charges against him.
