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Trooper Breaks Leg During Foot Chase in Maine
10/02/2012 10:32 AM ET  

Officials say the trooper broke his leg while chasing down two men wanted on multiple charges, including assault.

HIRAM, Maine (AP) _ Authorities say a trooper is recovering after breaking his leg during a foot chase in Maine.

The Oxford County Sheriff's Office says police tried to serve arrest warrants Monday afternoon at a home in Hiram when the suspects ran off.

Eighteen-year-old Patrick Hargis and 21-year-old Robert Hargis were wanted on multiple charges, including assault.

Officials say the trooper broke his leg while chasing down the two men.

WGME-TV reports authorities caught up with Patrick Hargis. Robert Hargis eventually turned himself in after a seven hour search.



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