2 arrested after traffic stop in Dummerston

DUMMERSTON — Two people were arrested in Dummerston on Wednesday.

Police say they observed a vehicle traveling over 100 miles-per-hour while committing multiple motor vehicle violations on I-91 south at around 7:45 p.m.

Troopers attempted to stop the vehicle, but it failed to stop.

Police discontinued pursuit and continued to monitor the vehicle as it continued south, observing additional motor vehicle violations.

Approximately 15 miles south on Interstate 91, the same vehicle was observed in the breakdown lane on Interstate 91 at mile marker 4, police say.

Police say that the driver, Musa Konateh, 20, of Bronx, New York, was under the influence of drugs and was arrested for suspicion of DUI, excessive speed, negligent operation and attempting to elude.

Konateh was processed at the Westminster barracks and was released with a citation to appear in court on February 28.

A search warrant was prepared and executed on the vehicle.

Police say that one of the two passengers, Mussa Kamara, 23, of Bronx, New York, was in possession of a controlled substance.

Kamara was arrested and was processed at the Westminster barracks and released with a citation to appear in court on February 28.