ALACHUA – A 61-year-old man was arrested Wednesday morning, Oct. 1, 2025, after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and attacking a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Trooper who attempted to take him into custody near the intersection of U.S. Highway 441 and Northwest 173rd Street in Alachua.
According to FHP, the incident began just after 10 a.m. when the Trooper conducted a routine traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Elesvan Roblero Macario. When the Trooper approached, Macario reportedly exited his vehicle and fled on foot despite repeated verbal commands to stop. The Trooper pursued him on foot and was able to catch up a short distance away.
Authorities say that when the Trooper attempted to place Macario in handcuffs, the man began physically resisting by swinging his arms and cell phone toward the officer in an aggressive manner. The Trooper brought Macario to the ground, where the struggle continued as Macario allegedly kicked and struck the officer before being subdued. Once secured in handcuffs, Macario was placed under arrest and transported for booking.
Court records show that Macario told officials he works in construction and has been living in the Alachua area for about two years. He is originally from Mexico and listed his residence as a mailbox service address in Alachua.
Following the incident, Macario was charged with resisting an officer with violence and battery on a law enforcement officer — both felony offenses under Florida law. These charges carry potential prison sentences and fines if convicted.
Judge Jonathan Ramsey of the Eighth Judicial Circuit set Macario’s bail at $10,000, and court records indicate he has no prior criminal history in the state of Florida.
The FHP frequently conducts highway patrols through the Alachua area, particularly along U.S. Highway 441, a major north-south corridor where traffic stops are often performed for speeding, vehicle violations, or suspicious activity.
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Man Flees After Traffic Stop, Assaults Florida State Trooper
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