Troopers Intercept Wrong-Way Driver on I-95 in Bangor

Maine state police stop wrong way driver on I-95 in Bangor

BANGOR -- Authorities say a state trooper prevented a potentially deadly incident Saturday night by intercepting a fleeing wrong-way driver on interstate 95.

Troopers intercept wrong-way driver on I-95 in Bangor

Lawrence Knowles, 60, was driving a vehicle that was reported stolen from Skowhegan when State Police rammed the truck off the roadway.

Maine state trooper stops wrong way driver on I-95

A State Police Sergeant rammed into the truck, forcing it off the roadway and into a ditch. He's now credited for saving lives.

Trooper rams stolen truck to stop wrong-way driver on I-95 in Bangor

The driver was taken into custody after a brief standoff and faces charges including eluding, OUI and reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon.

Heavy police presence seen on I-95 in Bangor after pursuit

The Penobscot Sheriff's Office said a pursuit occurred Saturday night but did not share further details.