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A Tiverton man was arrested Monday morning after a foot pursuit in Lincoln Woods, according to Rhode Island State Police.

Michael J. Silvia Jr., 45, of 301 Bulgarmarsh Road, Apartment 50, Tiverton, Rhode Island, was taken into custody at 9:15 a.m. near the State Police — Lincoln Woods Barracks on charges of obstructing an officer in the execution of duty, resisting arrest, and disorderly conduct.

According to state police, troopers initially responded to investigate a report of a pedestrian walking on Route 146. A foot pursuit ensued, and Silvia was apprehended a short time later. He was transported to the State Police — Lincoln Woods Barracks, where he was processed and held pending arraignment.

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