CRIME & SAFETY
2 women arrested for drugs, motor vehicle violations in Milford
MILFORD, CT (WFSB) - A traffic stop in Milford led to the arrests of two women on a variety of drug charges. Police arrested Jasiman Gray, 33, and 30-year-old Artaya Taylor, both of New Haven, on April 28. They said they stopped the women in the area of Old Gate...
Preliminary report released on crash that killed pilot en route to New Haven
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A small plane headed for New Haven was taking off when it hit a tree and crashed, killing the pilot, according to a preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board. The plane took off from Daniel Field Airport in Augusta, Georgia, and was en route to Tweed-New Haven Airport […]
Fourth victim in fatal crash on Merritt identified
One of those killed in a fiery crash along the Merritt Parkway in Stratford this week was a Fairfield University student. The school says in a statement on its Facebook page that Alexander Dennis was a member of the class of 2025
Cromwell man arrested for pointing, firing what appeared to be a gun at people
NORTH HAVEN, CT (WFSB) - Several calls were made to North Haven police about a man waving a gun around in a vehicle, and even pointing it at people, police said. The calls led to the arrest of David Bertuglia of Cromwell. Police said they received the reports on April...
Man arrested in Wallingford shooting incident
WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Wallingford police arrested 41-year-old man on Friday in connection with a shooting stemming from a dispute. The man was identified as Donald Lubanda. He was charged with first-degree criminal attempt of assault, illegal discharge of a firearm, and first-degree reckless endangerment. Lubanda fired several rounds at an occupied vehicle after the […]
Single-car crash in West Haven, injuries reported
WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Emergency crews responded to a scene of a single-car crash in the Ocean Avenue and Morris Street area. At the time of the crash, there were two occupants both of which have sustained injuries. They are currently being transported to an area hospital for medical assistance. Stay with News 8 […]
Erica Blake Steals $400 In Items From Milford Macy's: Police
The incident happened in New Haven County on Monday, May 6 around 4:45 p.m., when a shoplifter was confronted by police at the Macy's in Milford at 1201 Boston Post Rd. (Route 1). According to Milford Police, an investigation determined that the alleged shoplifter, New Haven resident Erica Blake, had...
2 West Haven students arrested after fight
WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A pair of West Haven High School students were arrested on Thursday after getting into a fight, with one challenging an officer to fight him, too. While school officials tried to break up the fight, one student ran outside trying to assault the other, according to police. That student was […]
Program trains police officers to draw blood in DUI cases
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Connecticut officers are learning how to draw blood. A pilot program is pushing for the best evidence in suspected DUI cases. Three police officers have completed the program. Two are in Naugatuck and the other is in Greenwich. When testing for alcohol or drugs, time is...
Florida man faces 21-count indictment in Connecticut for alleged $4 million investment fraud scheme
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Florida man was arrested on Thursday two days after a federal grand jury in New Haven returned a 21-count indictment charging him with offenses related to an alleged investment fraud scheme that cost clients over $4 million, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut.
Kenneth Pagan Hits Officer With Car In Milford: Police
The incident leading to the arrest began in New Haven County on Wednesday, May 8, when a Milford Police officer saw a black Acura TSX allegedly slow down in the middle of an intersection and create a backfire while traveling west on Boston Post Road. According to Milford Police, officers...
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