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Ashe CountyTraffic Stop Uncovers Florida Fugitive with Outstanding Charges

A traffic stop in Ashe County for improper equipment led to the arrest of a 61-year-old Fleetwood man who was wanted on a felony extradition warrant from Broward County, Florida. Frederick Adam Cooper was taken into custody following the discovery of the outstanding warrant during the stop.

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A 61-year-old Fleetwood man was arrested on a felony extradition warrant from Broward County, Florida, after an Ashe County deputy pulled him over for improper equipment. Frederick Adam Cooper had been wanted, and the traffic stop turned into a custody situation. Sheriff B. Phil Howell announced the arrest after Deputy Daniel made the discovery during the stop.

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