Wanted Binghamton man captured, allegedly tried to escape
42-year-old Christopher L. Knapp was found by the SRG at an address on Moeller Street in Binghamton on Sunday, April 27. He was seen working on a motorcycle outside the residence and allegedly attempted to flee when he saw officers approaching.
Knapp was wanted on four separate warrants, including felony Burglary (Johnson City), felonyProbation Violation (Gloversville), Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance (WhitneyPoint) and Failure to Appear (Fultonville).
Knapp was charged with Obstruction of Governmental Administration in the 2nd Degree, a ClassA Misdemeanor, and processed before being transferred to Johnson City Police to answer for hiswarrant.
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