LINCOLN — A Massachusetts man wanted on multiple charges, including assault with a dangerous weapon, was arrested Monday at noon by Rhode Island State Police.
Fletcher Yukeny, 34, of Fall River, Massachusetts, was taken into custody at Rhode Island Hospital as a Fugitive From Justice on charges originating from the Fall River Police Department.
Charges against Yukeny include assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, assault on a police officer, threats to commit a crime, and vandalism.
Troopers responded to the hospital to apprehend Yukeny, who following his arraignment by the Justice of the Peace, was admitted to the hospital for injuries.
He was subsequently placed into the custody of the Rhode Island Sheriff’s Office.