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Social Media Post Of Guns Causes Concern At Greenwich High School Social Media Post Of Guns Causes Concern At Greenwich High School
Social Media Post Of Guns Causes Concern At Greenwich High School Police in Fairfield County are investigating after learning of an anonymous social media posting that alleged there was a group of high school students in possession of a gun. The incident occurred in Greenwich on Tuesday, Feb. 27, and concerned Greenwich High School. Capt. John Slusarz of the Greenwich Police said the department became aware of the posting that Greenwich High School students "may be" in possession of a gun. "This posting caused grave concern amongst the community," Slusarz said. An investigation by the Police Department was immediately conducted and it was deemed that th…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Reward Offered In Violent Attack On Elderly CT Man Reward Offered In Violent Attack On Elderly CT Man
Reward Offered In Violent Attack On Elderly CT Man Police and a crime stoppers organization are offering a reward to find the person responsible for a brutal attack and robbery of an elderly Connecticut man. The attack took place in New Haven County around 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6 on Conrad Street (Oak Terrace) in Naugatuck. According to Naugatuck Police, the suspect, or suspects, entered a home where they violently assaulted an elderly member of the community.  The victim suffered physical injuries and was further victimized by the theft of personal property, the department said. "We are reaching out to the community…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Vehicle Crashes Into Utility Pole In New Canaan Vehicle Crashes Into Utility Pole In New Canaan
Vehicle Crashes Into Utility Pole In New Canaan Police are investigating after a motor vehicle crashed into a utility pole in Fairfield County. It happened on Sunday, June 18 just after 8 p.m. in New Canaan, in the area of Smith Ridge Road (Route 123) and Canoe Hill Road The operator, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was evaluated at the scene by New Canaan Emergency Medical Services (EMS) but was not transported to the hospital. Smith Ridge Road was closed for several hours during the accident investigation conducted by the New Canaan Police Patrol Division. Utility companies were notified.  No further information on t…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
New Hires: New Canaan Swears In 2 New Police Officers New Hires: New Canaan Swears In 2 New Police Officers
New Hires: New Canaan Swears In 2 New Police Officers Two new police officers will soon begin serving the community in one Fairfield County town, including one with ties to Northern Westchester County.  The two new hires were sworn into the New Canaan Police Department on Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 10:30 a.m., according to an announcement from the department.  Now serving the department will be 22-year-old Erica Morey of Brookfield and 33-year-old Westchester County resident Nicholas Agoglia of Pound Ridge.  Morey, who graduated from Brookfield High School before earning her bachelor's degree in Justice and Law Administration from W…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
CT 17-Year-Old Accused Of Breaking Into Several Cars CT 17-Year-Old Accused Of Breaking Into Several Cars
CT 17-Year-Old Accused Of Breaking Into Several Cars A 17-year-old is facing multiple burglary and larceny charges for his alleged involvement in a number of vehicle break-ins in Connecticut. Police in Hartford County said a group of people was breaking into vehicles in Enfield at about 2:30 a.m. on July 4. Police said the midnight patrol shift set up tire deflation devices along potential escape routes. The devices are used to safely release tire air pressure. The individuals involved in the burglary reportedly fled the scene in a stolen vehicle, which was later found disabled in East Windsor.  The police department noted that state po…

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by Nicole Valinote
Politics
Lamont Order Bans Chokeholds, Tells CT State Police To Stop Acquiring Surplus US Military Gear Lamont Order Bans Chokeholds, Tells CT State Police To Stop Acquiring Surplus US Military Gear
Lamont Order Bans Chokeholds, Tells CT State Police To Stop Acquiring Surplus US Military Gear Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont signed a new executive order that includes sweeping police reform statewide. On Monday, June 15, Lamont announced that he was signing an executive order “on police use of force and accountability,” in the wake of the death of George Floyd in Minnesota. The order includes the ban of chokeholds, police departments have been barred from acquiring surplus military gear from the federal government, and each state police troop will now be required to have a dedicated community liaison. “The Constitution of the State of Connecticut guarantees every person equal protect…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Stratford Burglary Suspects Pose As Water Company Employees Stratford Burglary Suspects Pose As Water Company Employees
Stratford Burglary Suspects Pose As Water Company Employees Stratford Police are asking residents for video surveillance after three men posed as water company employees using fake identification to gain access to a home in order to commit a burglary. The incident took place around 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 6, on Broadbridge Avenue, in Stratford, when an unidentified man posing as a water company employee used fake identification to gain access to the home stating he needed to check the water in the residence, said Stratford Police Capt. Frank Eannotti. The homeowner escorted the suspect into the basement at which time two …

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Here's How To Avoid Being Target For Post-Holiday Burglars Here's How To Avoid Being Target For Post-Holiday Burglars
Here's How To Avoid Being Target For Post-Holiday Burglars The Connecticut State Police has issued an advisory alerting residents of an easy way to prevent post-holiday theft and burglary attempts. After the holidays, people typically dispose of the boxes their gifts came in by taking them to the curb, often several days in advance. This makes it much easier for thieves to target certain homes because they can easily identify the new valuables inside. That being said, if you received a new television or even something smaller in size like a smartphone as a holiday gift this year, dispose of the box properly: Break down gift boxes and place them int…

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by Valerie Musson
Police & Fire
Three New Officers Join Stamford Police Force Three New Officers Join Stamford Police Force
Three New Officers Join Stamford Police Force Stamford Police welcomed three new officers at a swearing-in ceremony led by Stamford Mayor David Martin. The event, which also included, Director of Public Safety Ted Jankowski and Police Chief Jon Fontneau, took place on Thursday, Dec. 27 at the Stamford Government Center. The new police officers, including Javier Campos-Canales, John Zervos, and Stephen Marsico, will complete the state’s basic training program at the police academy over the next 26 weeks and will then undergo field training. “Stamford continues to be the safest city in New England thanks to the work of th…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Four Arrested In Wilton During Statewide Warrant Sweep Four Arrested In Wilton During Statewide Warrant Sweep
Four Arrested In Wilton During Statewide Warrant Sweep Nearly 300 wanted suspects - including four in Wilton - were arrested in Connecticut as state and local law enforcement agencies took part in a statewide warrant operation. On Wednesday, July 18, following several months of planning, more than 90 municipal, state and federal law enforcement agencies in Connecticut arrested 197 wanted people with warrants “served for charges that pertain to crimes in violation of Connecticut General Statutes.” In Wilton, local police busted four suspects - Edward Woodcock (larceny), Brian Kovacs (operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license), Nathaniel…

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by Zak Failla