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Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOColchester / Police & Fire
A September 21 prosecutor’s notice increased the reward for information leading to arrest and conviction in the 2024 Route 2 case.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOTolland / Police & Fire
October reports cite state police allegations; court appearance scheduled for October 14.
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Several others were taken to hospitals after the October 9 fire; its cause remains under investigation.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOStafford / Police & Fire
Patch’s October 9 account cites a state police report about an October 3 encounter near Town Hall.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOVernon / Police & Fire
South Windsor police reported an October 7 arrest; guilt has not been established.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONorwich / Police & Fire
East Great Plain volunteers plan to distribute 100 donated alarms October 17, while supplies last.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
An October 7 report attributes the stop and charges to state police; an October 20 court date was scheduled.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Police & Fire
State police published a case page and redacted documents; October 8 reporting describes warrants and a bomb-squad response.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOLedyard / Police & Fire
Police reporting describes an October 8 investigation in the Highlands neighborhood and GPS-assisted recovery.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONorwich / Police & Fire
Police allegations concern an October 9 incident; October 13 court appearance was scheduled, with no outcome yet verified.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
The dog was found safe inside the Chester Street shelter grounds; investigators are asking the public to help identify the person recorded early Monday.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOEllington / Police & Fire
The town identifies the veteran state trooper as its new resident sergeant.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOHampton / Police & Fire
State police say troopers responding to a live-camera report found three people along the Air Line Trail on October 5.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPreston / Police & Fire
A September 24 town notice urges residents to lock vehicles, remove valuables and bring key fobs inside.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOSalem / Police & Fire
WFSB reported no injuries after a collision involving a utility pole; a current closure is not confirmed.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOVernon / Police & Fire
The town reported 362 validated violations during its first month; camera enforcement now carries a civil penalty.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOBozrah / Police & Fire
The free service lets residents share access, utility and household needs with responders before an emergency.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOFranklin / Police & Fire
State police responded to a Route 32 bank ATM October 9, Hearst reports.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Police & Fire
Published reports describe a three-vehicle collision involving drivers from Sprague, Griswold and Willimantic.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
Police found an adult man with apparent gunshot wounds near Chappell Street and Griswold Court late October 8. No arrest, motive or current medical condition has been verified.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Police & Fire
A pickup struck two riders from behind on Boston Post Road and continued toward Willimantic, according to reports citing Connecticut State Police.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONorwich / Police & Fire
Crews stabilized the vehicle, removed a door and used a ladder to bring the driver out. Published accounts describe a multi-department response on October 10.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
Reports citing Putnam police describe a School Street crash, a possible Nissan and an appeal for witnesses. The vehicle identification remains tentative.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWaterford / Police & Fire
WFSB and Patch describe an October 10 parking-lot incident and a $1 million bond. The alleged conduct and charges have not been adjudicated in this report.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOGroton / Police & Fire
The town released an 87-page review clearing police of the investigated allegations. The report also identifies a statement-taking concern, while Reyes disputes its objectivity.
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Police accounts published October 12 describe security footage, the dog’s recovery and an appeal for witnesses near the Chester Street shelter.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
State police describe a laser speed reading of approximately 147 mph, a stop in Danielson and a reckless-driving charge. The case is scheduled for arraignment October 21.