Crime & Safety
Cape Police Officer Arrested, Charged with Assault with Intent to Murder
A veteran Sandwich police officer was arrested Thursday night for allegedly ramming a family members car and running it off the road.
Michael F. Hoadley, 46, was driving on Rt. 6 east bound when he allegedly rammed the back of a family members vehicle multiple times forcing it into the median, according to a press release.
After ensuring the safety of the victim, Sandwich police arrested Hoadley. Hoadley was charged with assault with intent to murder, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon (motor vehicle), domestic assault and battery, operating to endanger, and leaving the scene of accident with property damage.
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Hoadley’s police powers have been suspended and he was placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
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