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Falls man charged with attacking troopers

A Niagara Falls man is waiting to be arraigned after allegedly attacking two NYS troopers.
Damien A. Hayden

GRAND ISLAND, NY-A Niagara Falls man is facing charges after New York State Police say he allegedly attacked two of their troopers.

It happened shortly before 2:30 A.M. Friday along the Thruway on Grand Island.

At that time, Troopers responded to a report of a person walking along the shoulder of road. While asking that man, Damien Hayden, 34, if he needed help, State Police say Hayden attacked both troopers without warning with a large plastic flashlight.

The Niagara Falls man was placed under arrest after a brief struggle. He's facing numerous charges including assault and resisting arrest.

Hayden is now waiting on his arraignment in Grand Island Town Court.

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