CRIME & SAFETY
Truck driver sought by police after Oxford crash
OXFORD, Conn. (WFSB)—Investigators seek to identify a driver involved in a crash on Main Street in Oxford. Approaching midnight on Friday, a truck crashed into a tree at Quarry Walk Plaza and fled the scene. The town’s Resident Trooper is now seeking more information about the vehicle involved.
North Haven police seek help in identifying many shoplifting suspects
NORTH HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying numerous suspects caught on camera shoplifting. Investigators say there have been many incidents in recent days, with thousands of dollars worth of goods stolen. Police released photos with suspects appearing to steal a cart full of laundry detergent, a handful of boxes, […]
Milford Gun Connected To Hill Murder
A gun purchased in Milford ended up connected to a Hill homicide — after the purchaser lent the firearm to a relative’s friend, who lent it to another friend, who then tried to sell the gun in New Haven, only to be shot and killed himself. Those details...
Southington man accused of robbing bank, Dunkin
TORRINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Torrington police are urging the public to come forward with information about a 38-year-old man accused of robbing a bank and trying to rob a Dunkin. Police said that Kyle Witkoski, of Southington, tried to rob the Dunkin on Main Street on Saturday, and then robbed the TD Banknorth on Tuesday […]
Man says stranger shot him after starting argument in Hamden
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A stranger approached a man in Hamden, started an argument and then shot him, according to police. The man was shot at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday in the area of Goodrich Street and Goodyear Street, according to police. The shooter left the area after shooting the man. The victim was taken to […]
2 men involved in Litchfield road rage incident arrested by state police
LITCHFIELD, Conn. — Two men were arrested in Litchfield following a road rage incident early Tuesday afternoon, Connecticut State Police reported. Jordan Millette, 25, of Waterbury, was charged with second-degree breach of peace and third-degree assault, while Howard Vazquez, 48, of Torrington, was charged with second-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, second-degree reckless endangerment, and reckless driving, according to state police.
Woman Hit, Killed On Busy Hamden Roadway
The incident occurred in New Haven County around 11 p.m., Friday, May 3, at 2320 Dixwell Ave., in Hamden. According to Lt. Raymond Quinn of the Hamden Police, the victim was transported to the hospital, and the initial report was that the injuries were not believed to be life-threatening. Quinn...
Pro-Palestinian protesters call for abolition of Yale Police Department
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Pro-Palestinian protests at Yale University have taken a new turn as demonstrators demand the abolition of the school’s police department. This call to action follows the recent arrests of four students during a protest outside the president’s residence. News 8 saw approximately a hundred students rally at Beinecke Plaza. One […]
West Haven man pleads not guilty to possessing 800 grams of cocaine
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – A West Haven man was indicted by a federal grand jury Tuesday for the alleged possession of hundreds of grams of narcotics, according to Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut. Levern Marion, 35, was charged with possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more […]
Student, 16, Brings Metal Knuckles To Northern VA School: Cops
A 16-year-old boy from Woodbridge was caught with metal knuckles on school grounds Monday, May 6, police said.A school resource officer found the Freedom High School student in possession of the knuckles while investigating a tip, county police said.Police said that "the knuckles were not part of a…
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