CRIME & SAFETY
Bridgeport Teen Shot In Head Dies
Romain Sterling of Bridgeport died on Wednesday, April 17, from injuries sustained in the shooting that took place on Wednesday, April 10, along Park Avenue, said Capt. Kevin Gilleran of the Bridgeport Police. "Romain Sterling's family have been in communication with the Bridgeport Police Department's Detective Bureau," Gilleran said. "This...
Man arrested for allegedly sending inappropriate messages to teen
(WFSB) – A man was charged after he allegedly sent inappropriate messages to a teen, according to state police. Michael Bernaud, 27, of Ansonia, was charged with risk of injury to a child. Bernaud was messaging a 13-year-old boy on Instagram, according to the warrant for his arrest. The...
Train Strikes Tractor Trailer In Oxford, Police Say
Officials said it happened at the Mount Pleasant Road crossing around 3:30 p.m. The road was closed between South Third and Grant streets for several hours while crews cleared the scene. No injuries were reported, police added. to follow Daily Voice Chester and receive free news updates.
Monroe police ask killer to come forward after developments in cold case
The Monroe Police Department is asking whoever is responsible for the cold case killing of then- 8-year-old Renee Freer to come forward. Freer was murdered on June 22, 1977, and investigators said there hasn't been a break in the case - until now. Police said the child was found dead...
Thieves hit Trumbull jewelry store
Police in Trumbull are looking for suspects in a smash and grab robbery Wednesday at a town jewelry store. They say three masked thieves stole thousands of dollars in gems from the Kay Jewelers store in the Trumbull Mall on Main Street.
Bridgeport Police Asking for Public Help in Identifying Women Sought in Meadowbrook Mall Shoplifting
The Bridgeport Police Department is hoping the community can assist in a felony investigation for an incident that took place last month at the Meadowbrook Mall. According to Bridgeport Officer C.C. Turner, a shoplifting incident took place on March 16 at the mall. Turner said it occurred JCPenney at 6 p.m. on that day.
Waterbury man charged with stabbing wife to death
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — A 35-year-old man is facing a murder charge after stabbing his wife to death Friday morning in Waterbury, according to police. Police were called at about 5 a.m. to a home on East Main Street for a report of a “domestic disturbance,” according to officers. A 43-year-old woman was found inside […]
New Haven gang member pleads guilty to role in killings
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A member of New Haven’s Exit 8 gang pleaded guilty on Thursday to charges connected to two deadly shootings. Antwan “Bandz” Hill, 21, pleaded guilty to a racketeering offense. He was arrested as part of a sting into the Exit 8 gang, which also goes by the name “Honcho.” Hill, […]
Bridgeport Man Hit with Two Charges, including Child Neglect, after Police Find Kids Walking on City Road
According to WBOY, a man has been charged after two children were found walking on a road in Bridgeport. On April 15, officers with the Bridgeport Police Department arrived at a residence in reference to a call of possible child neglect, according to a criminal complaint. When officers arrived, they...
Axe-Wielding Man In Fairfield Captured After Pursuit
The incident occurred in Fairfield around 11 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, at Hemlock Hardware at 1860 Post Road. According to Sgt. Michael Stahl of the Fairfield Police officers responded to the hardware store after receiving a report of a suspicious man. On the scene, officers found Orlando Roper of...
Duo In Stolen Car Busted With Drugs After Traffic Stop: Fairfield PD
At 2:36 a.m., officers observed a dark colored BMW exit onto Route 46 West from behind a closed business commit several motor vehicle violations, Fairfield officers said in a release. A motor vehicle stop was conducted in the parking lot of the Red Roof Inn, police said. When officers approached...
Man has serious injuries after motorcycle crash in Brookfield
A person has serious injuries after a motorcycle crash on Federal Road in Brookfield on Friday evening. Police were called to the intersection of Federal Road and Industrial Park Drive just after 3:30 p.m. Investigators said a motorcycle was traveling north on Route 7, crossing the intersection to continue onto...
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