Police: Man nearly struck Warren County Sheriff’s vehicle

A Onondaga County man is accused of driving drunk and nearly striking a Warren County Sheriff’s patrol vehicle.

Benjamin T. Ludke, 49, of Manlius, pulled out on Aviation Road just before 6:30 p.m. in the town of Queensbury and nearly hitting the vehicle, according to investigators.

Ludke is accused of driving while intoxicated. He was charged with misdemeanor DWI and traffic infractions. Ludke was released on an appearance ticket and is due in Queensbury Town Court at a later date.