TURNER, Maine — A Wilton woman was driving on Route 4 in Turner on Thursday when she found herself in a situation that left her terrified.

Stephanie Hopkins said she was on her way home that day when she noticed that a car was traveling close behind her. Then, all of a sudden, the two cars in front of her stopped. The next thing she knew, several law enforcement officers were surrounding her car with their guns drawn.

It was later learned that U.S. Marshals were conducting felony traffic stop in connection with an ongoing fugitive investigation.

But Hopkins said Friday that she's still distraught after being caught in the middle of the traffic stop and questions whether U.S. Marshals who conducted the stop prioritized her safety.

Hopkins described feeling frantic during the situation.

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