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4, Including 2 Officers, Hospitalized After Crash Involving Police Cruiser In Brookfield 4, Including 2 Officers, Hospitalized After Crash Involving Police Cruiser In Brookfield
4, Including 2 Officers, Hospitalized After Crash Involving Police Cruiser In Brookfield Four people, including two police officers, were taken to a hospital following a three-car crash in Connecticut involving a cop cruiser.  The crash happened in Fairfield County on Monday, Feb. 26 just before 8:30 p.m., when a Brookfield Police patrol cruiser and two other vehicles collided at the intersection of White Turkey Extension (Route 202) and Federal Road in Brookfield, the town's police department announced on Tuesday evening, Feb. 27.  After the crash, two Brookfield Police officers and two occupants of another car involved in the crash were taken to Danbury Hospital for…

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by Ben Crnic
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4 Charged With Selling Cocaine, Fentanyl, Pills In Brookfield, Police Say 4 Charged With Selling Cocaine, Fentanyl, Pills In Brookfield, Police Say
4 Charged With Selling Cocaine, Fentanyl, Pills In Brookfield, Police Say A months-long operation into a local narcotics trafficking organization in Northern Fairfield County resulted in four arrests and the seizure of large amounts of drugs and cash, police said.  The arrests resulted from the execution of 18 search warrants and an arrest warrant by the Brookfield and Danbury Police Departments on Wednesday, March 8 that stemmed from a months-long investigation into a local narcotics trafficking organization.  The investigation, known as "Operation Trinity Café," began when police responded to a non-fatal overdose in Brookfield and learned that Da…

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by Ben Crnic
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Man Dies After Being Pulled From Candlewood Lake In Brookfield Man Dies After Being Pulled From Candlewood Lake In Brookfield
Man Dies After Being Pulled From Candlewood Lake In Brookfield Police have identified a 76-year-old man who died at the hospital after falling into Candlewood Lake in Fairfield County, authorities announced. In Brookfield, Wayne Pogers was reported missing to police shortly before 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26 after he had not been seen by his wife for an extended period of time. According to a spokesperson from the Brookfield Police Department, Pogers’ wife said that he had been working on their boat and doing other chores in the backyard, though she became concerned about him after not seeing him for awhile. Upon arrival, police said that officers l…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Douglas Vane, Longtime Police Sergeant In Brookfield, Dies Douglas Vane, Longtime Police Sergeant In Brookfield, Dies
Douglas Vane, Longtime Police Sergeant In Brookfield, Dies A Westchester native who was a longtime police officer in Northern Fairfield County has died. He was 75. Retired Brookfield Police Department Sergeant Douglas Neil Vane, a native of Yonkers, died peacefully at Danbury Hospital on Thursday, Aug. 13.  After serving as an MP in the U.S. Army, Vane worked as a police officer for 35 years, served as Chief of the Candlewood Lake Patrol and served an additional 5 years as a special officer, according to the Brookfield Police Department.  He was active in the police union and the Police Benevolence Association and served as a patrol supe…

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by Christina Coulter
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Woman Struck, Killed By SUV In Brookfield Woman Struck, Killed By SUV In Brookfield
Woman Struck, Killed By SUV In Brookfield A woman was struck and killed in Brookfield while walking or jogging in Brookfield, police said. At approximately 10:10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 4, Brookfield police were notified via multiple 911 calls of a motor vehicle crash with injuries on Candlewood Lake Road, north of the intersection with Main Drive. When police and other emergency responders arrived at the scene, they found that a pedestrian, Linda Warner, 76, of Brookfield, had been struck by a motor vehicle along Candlewood Lake Road in the area of No. 279, according to police.  Warner was transported by Brookfield ambulance to…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Lost Apple Watches Recovered In Candlewood Lake Lost Apple Watches Recovered In Candlewood Lake
Lost Apple Watches Recovered In Candlewood Lake Police officers who were training at Candlewood Lake made a special save this week. While conducting training operations at the lake, members of the Brookfield Police Department unearthed two missing Apple watches under approximately 25 feet of water, police said. Once the watches were located, it was determined that they were still operational, even after being lost at sea for two weeks. The watches have since been returned to their owners, police said. 

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by Zak Failla
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ID Released For Teen Swimmer Found Dead In Candlewood Lake ID Released For Teen Swimmer Found Dead In Candlewood Lake
ID Released For Teen Swimmer Found Dead In Candlewood Lake The body of a teen who went missing while swimming in Candlewood Lake in New Milford has been recovered, according to New Milford Mayor Pete Bass. Joshua DaSilva, 17, of New Milford, who went missing while swimming with friends on Monday, May 27, was recovered by the New Milford Police Department and the Newtown Underwater Search and Rescue, said New Milford Police Lt. Lawrence Ash. "The body of the missing swimmer has been found by the NMPD diving team," said Bass on Facebook. "Please say a prayer for the found swimmer and family." Ash said the department would like to "express our deepes…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Know Her? Police Ask Public's Help In IDing Woman Know Her? Police Ask Public's Help In IDing Woman
Know Her? Police Ask Public's Help In IDing Woman Do you know her?Police are asking the public for help in identifying a woman wanted in connection with a criminal investigation in Fairfield County. The Brookfield Police Department is asking anyone who can help identify the woman to contact Officer M. Almeida by email at MAlmeida@brookfieldct.gov, by phone at 203-740-4149, or the tip line at 203-740-4120. 

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by Kathy Reakes
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Know Him? Police Seek To ID Suspect In Brookfield Criminal Investigation Know Him? Police Seek To ID Suspect In Brookfield Criminal Investigation
Know Him? Police Seek To ID Suspect In Brookfield Criminal Investigation Do you know him? Police are seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to identify a man who is wanted as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. The Brookfield Police Department released surveillance photos of a suspect who is wanted on several charges as part of an ongoing investigation. In the photos, he can be seen wearing a gray hat, long-sleeved dark black and gray shirt, dark pants and sneakers. He also has a goatee. Anyone who recognizes the suspect, or who may know of his whereabouts has been asked to contact Brookfield Police Capt. Jason Fiege by calling (203) 740-4144 or…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Man Fleeing From ICE Agents Hit By Police Car In Danbury Man Fleeing From ICE Agents Hit By Police Car In Danbury
Man Fleeing From ICE Agents Hit By Police Car In Danbury This story has been updated. A 24-year-old man was hit by a police car as he was running from federal immigration authorities who were attempting to arrest him. The incident unfolded Friday morning at the Danbury Superior Court where Samuel Cruz of Danbury was appearing in court on assault and disorderly conduct charges in connection with a domestic violence case, said Danbury Police Sgt. John Krupinsky.  It was determined that Cruz was wanted for a deportation warrant and ran from ICE agents when they attempted to apprehend him on the steps of the Superior Court House, said Det. Lt. Mark …

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by Kathy Reakes
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Multiple Thefts From Unlocked Vehicles Reported In Brookfield Multiple Thefts From Unlocked Vehicles Reported In Brookfield
Multiple Thefts From Unlocked Vehicles Reported In Brookfield Police investigators in Brookfield are cautioning local residents to be more vigilant in locking their car doors overnight following a recent rash of break-ins of unlocked vehicles. The Brookfield Police Department issued an alert this week after receiving multiple reports of thefts from unlocked vehicles throughout the town over the past few days. The thefts come on the heels of two cars being stolen in nearby Newtown. Investigators noted that the break-ins have not been limited to any one section of the town, and it has been prevalent throughout Brookfield. “We would like to strongly urg…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Brookfield Police Department’s K9 Gets Body Armor Brookfield Police Department’s K9 Gets Body Armor
Brookfield Police Department’s K9 Gets Body Armor Brookfield Police Department’s K9 Major will receive a bullet and stab protective vest. Thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization, Major will be fitted for maximum safety by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.  K9 Major is a 3-year-old German Shepherd, born in the Slovak Republic. K9 Major is a dual purpose patrol and narcotics K9.  K9 Major’s vest is sponsored by the Reimer and Bevis Families of Middletown and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Born to Love - Trained to Serve - Loyal Always." Delivery is expected in about two months.  Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.…

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by Jon Craig
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Police Seek Help In ID'ing Woman Involved In Brookfield Investigation Police Seek Help In ID'ing Woman Involved In Brookfield Investigation
Police Seek Help In ID'ing Woman Involved In Brookfield Investigation Do you know her? Police in Brookfield are seeking the public’s assistance as they search for a woman spotted on surveillance cameras driving a car with allegedly stolen license plates. The Brookfield Police Department issued an alert this week regarding the suspect, a female driving a Dodge minivan, who is connected to an ongoing criminal investigation. According to investigators, the license plates on the vehicle were reported stolen and did not match the vehicle. Police officials have requested that locals share the information and photos on social media, and anyone who recognizes the su…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Police Make Positive ID On Suspect Wanted In Brookfield Police Make Positive ID On Suspect Wanted In Brookfield
Police Make Positive ID On Suspect Wanted In Brookfield Update: Within hours of posting information and photos seeking the public's help in identifying the man pictured above relating to an ongoing investigation, the Brookfield Police Department did just that. "We had several credible tips and leads," the department said on Sunday. "Now, we are thankful to report that because of your assistance, we have positively identified the male." No further information has been released. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. Original report: The Brookfield Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the man …

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by Daily Voice
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Police Make Positive ID On Suspect Wanted In Brookfield Police Make Positive ID On Suspect Wanted In Brookfield
Police Make Positive ID On Suspect Wanted In Brookfield Update: Within hours of posting information and photos seeking the public's help in identifying the man pictured above relating to an ongoing investigation, the Brookfield Police Department did just that. "We had several credible tips and leads," the department said on Sunday. "Now, we are thankful to report that because of your assistance, we have positively identified the male." No further information has been released. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. Original report: The Brookfield Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the man …

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