Arkansas Trooper Battles Resisting Driver During Highway Stop — Good Samaritan Steps In to Help Restrain Suspect
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS — An Arkansas State Trooper is being praised after footage captured a violent struggle during a highway traffic stop — one that ended when a passing motorist pulled over to help her restrain a resisting suspect.
According to the Arkansas State Police, Trooper Alexandria Duncan had stopped a vehicle for speeding when the driver, Angel Zapet-Alvarado, refused to comply with orders. What began as a standard citation quickly escalated into a physical confrontation on the roadside.
Traffic Stop Turns Violent
Dashcam video released by state authorities shows Trooper Duncan attempting to arrest Zapet-Alvarado outside his gray hatchback near the shoulder of a busy Arkansas highway.
As the trooper tried to handcuff him, the suspect allegedly pulled away, swung his arms, and resisted, forcing Duncan to take him to the ground in an attempt to gain control.
The struggle unfolded just feet away from moving traffic, with the officer calling for backup as she fought to restrain the man.
“Get on the ground! Stop resisting!” Duncan can be heard shouting as she struggles with the suspect near the back of the vehicle.
Bystander Steps In to Help
The situation took a dramatic turn when a passing motorist, identified as Kylie Sutton, pulled over and ran to assist the trooper.
Video shows Sutton grabbing the suspect’s arm while Duncan secures his other hand, allowing them to successfully subdue and handcuff Zapet-Alvarado moments before backup arrived.
“I just saw she needed help — it was instinct,” Sutton later said in an interview. “She was out there alone, and I couldn’t just drive by.”
Trooper Duncan sustained minor bruises during the altercation, according to officials. No serious injuries were reported.
Suspect Faces Multiple Charges
Zapet-Alvarado was arrested at the scene and faces several charges, including:
- Resisting arrest
- Assaulting a law enforcement officer
- Reckless driving
- Speeding
Authorities confirmed that the incident remains under review, though they commended both the trooper and the bystander for their quick actions that prevented the situation from escalating further.
“This could have ended very differently,” said an Arkansas State Police spokesperson. “We’re grateful for the courage of the citizen who stepped in to help one of our troopers.”
Public Response
The video, which has been widely shared on TikTok and other social media platforms, has sparked widespread discussion and praise for both women involved.
Many viewers called Sutton’s decision to stop and assist an example of true civic responsibility, while others noted the dangers law enforcement officers face daily on routine traffic stops.
The Arkansas State Police said they will continue to review the encounter to ensure proper safety and procedural protocols were followed.
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