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Everywhere ICE Agents Have Been Spotted In CT; What To Know About Raids, Your Rights Everywhere ICE Agents Have Been Spotted In CT; What To Know About Raids, Your Rights
Everywhere ICE Agents Have Been Spotted In CT; What To Know About Raids, Your Rights As President Donald Trump pushes ahead with his controversial initiative to detain and deport millions of migrants, people across Connecticut have begun reporting on social media where they’ve spotted Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. ICE agents have spread out nationwide, arresting more than 5,500 people in the first week of Trump’s presidency, according to ABC News — nearly tripling the number of arrests in an average week during Joe Biden’s term. NBC News reported the agency has a daily quota of 1,250 to 1,500 arrests.  However, tracking these arrests and detain…

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by Josh Lanier
Politics
4 From Fairfield County Pardoned By Trump For Jan. 6 Capitol Attack 4 From Fairfield County Pardoned By Trump For Jan. 6 Capitol Attack
4 From Fairfield County Pardoned By Trump For Jan. 6 Capitol Attack As he promised, President Donald Trump commuted the sentence of or pardoned some 1,500 people who took part in the riots at the US Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.  While the riots caused consternation and fear throughout the nation's political infrastructure, Trump has maintained that those in prison or on trial were political prisoners and "hostages," targeted by former President Joe Biden's Justice Department.  “What they’ve done to these people is outrageous,” Trump said as he signed a flurry of executive orders in the Oval Office on Monday, Jan. 20, hours after being inaugurated, acc…

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by Josh Lanier
News
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Fairfield County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Fairfield County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Fairfield County A quick-moving Nor'easter brought accumulating snowfall throughout the region Sunday night, Jan. 19 into Monday morning, Jan 20. Here's a rundown of totals from the National Weather Service. New York Nassau County 2 ENE Roosevelt 4.1 inches 1018 PM 01/19 Public Syosset 4.0 inches 1000 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter East Williston 3.9 inches 1015 PM 01/19 Public 1 W Plainview 3.9 inches 1250 AM 01/20 Public 1 ESE East Meadow 3.8 inches 1117 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter 1 ENE Glen Cove 3.8 inches 0817 AM 01/20 Public  Sea Cliff 3.6 inches 1042 PM 01/19 Public Plainview 3.2 inches 081…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout CT, Fairfield County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout CT, Fairfield County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout CT, Fairfield County Here's a look at snowfall totals reported by the National Weathe Service from throughout the region from the storm system that swept through Thursday, Nov. 21 into Friday, Nov. 22. New York New York City Central Park 1.86 in 0940 AM 11/22 AWS Nassau County Oyster Bay 2.25 in 0930 AM 11/22 CWOP Locust Valley 0.3 E 2.21 in 0910 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Albertson 0.2 SSE 2.09 in 0730 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Syosset 2.08 in 0800 AM 11/22 COOP Herricks 1.92 in 0830 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Port Washington 0.8 N 1.84 in 0719 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Massapequa 1.1 SE 1.80 in 0700 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Malverne 0.5 SE…

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by Daily Voice
Police & Fire
CT Prison Guard Charged With Assaulting Elderly Inmate CT Prison Guard Charged With Assaulting Elderly Inmate
CT Prison Guard Charged With Assaulting Elderly Inmate A Connecticut prison guard turned himself over to police earlier this week after authorities accused him of assaulting an elderly inmate earlier this year, police said.  Todd Blevons, 42, of Uncasville, was charged with assault in the third degree on an elderly person, Connecticut State Police said on Thursday, Nov. 21. Police began investigating Blevons after an inmate at Corrigan Correctional Center in Montville accused him of using excessive force in April, authorities said.  A police report obtained by WTNH said Blevons threw the 66-year-old inmate to the ground, jumped …

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
CT Driver Who Killed Scooter Rider Was Intoxicated At Time Of Crash: Police CT Driver Who Killed Scooter Rider Was Intoxicated At Time Of Crash: Police
CT Driver Who Killed Scooter Rider Was Intoxicated At Time Of Crash: Police Police in Connecticut said a 30-year-old man who crashed into two scooter riders — killing one of them — was intoxicated at the time of the wreck last month. Francha J. Francis was arrested last week and charged with manslaughter with a vehicle in the second degree, operating under the influence, driving with a suspended license, and operating without a license, New London Police said on Monday, Nov. 11.  Francis' last known address was listed as a halfway house in New London operated by a substance abuse and alcoholism dependence center, according to state records.  Police said …

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by Josh Lanier
Obituaries
Friends Remember Man Killed In Crash: 'You Were Finally In A Good Place' Friends Remember Man Killed In Crash: 'You Were Finally In A Good Place'
Friends Remember Man Killed In Crash: 'You Were Finally In A Good Place' A 33-year-old Connecticut man was ID'd as the victim of a fatal crash that sent 4 people to the hospital over the weekend in New London County, authorities said.  Jason Poirier was involved in a two-car crash at the Colman Street and Broad Street intersection in New London on Saturday, Oct. 26, just before midnight, police said.  The New London man was one of four people rushed to hospitals, but Poirier succumbed to his injuries at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital on Monday, Oct. 28. The crash remains under investigation.  Poirier's friends have filled social media with me…

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by Josh Lanier
Business
New Cannabis Dispensary In Bridgeport Holds Grand Opening: Here's Where New Cannabis Dispensary In Bridgeport Holds Grand Opening: Here's Where
New Cannabis Dispensary In Bridgeport Holds Grand Opening: Here's Where A cannabis dispensary brand with several stores across Connecticut celebrated the grand opening of its newest location.  Higher Collective held a grand opening for its new Fairfield County cannabis dispensary at 3369 Fairfield Ave. in Bridgeport on Friday morning, Oct. 11.  The store, owned by Connecticut native Keanaha Abrams, will provide cannabis flower, pre-rolls, vaporizers, edibles, tinctures, and more to Fairfield County's largest city.  Abrams said she was "incredibly excited" to open her store in a "dynamic and forward-thinking community."  "I’m proud to …

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by Ben Crnic
Obituaries
Mom Of 2 Killed On Son's 8th Birthday Along With Father Of 5 In I-95 Crash Mom Of 2 Killed On Son's 8th Birthday Along With Father Of 5 In I-95 Crash
Mom Of 2 Killed On Son's 8th Birthday Along With Father Of 5 In I-95 Crash Police have identified the man and woman who were killed last week in a single-vehicle crash on I-95 in Connecticut.  Timothy Montague, age 36, and Lori-Lynn Botero, 34, both of New London, died on Friday night, Sept. 13, when Montague's truck clipped a guardrail at the Exit 87 off-ramp in Groton, struck a tree, and burst into flames, Connecticut State Police said.  They died at the scene. Police did not define Montague and Botero's relationship.  Original Report: Man, Woman Killed In Fiery Groton Crash Montague was a father of five, and Botero leaves behind …

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by Josh Lanier
Lifestyle
Come On Down: 'The Price Is Right Live' Coming To Bridgeport Come On Down: 'The Price Is Right Live' Coming To Bridgeport
Come On Down: 'The Price Is Right Live' Coming To Bridgeport If you’ve ever dreamed of spinning that big wheel, now’s your chance to “come on down.” Game show aficionados will have the opportunity to take part in “The Price is Right Live,” coming to New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts this fall. The live, traveling production brings the iconic television game show to life as randomly selected contestants play game show favorites like Plinko, Cliffhangers, and the famous Showcase. In true “The Price is Right” fashion, prizes will include everything from electronics and appliances to dream vacations and new cars. Lucky audience members can also …

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
26-Year-Old Man Charged In 4-Car Crash Involving Police Cruiser On CT Bridge 26-Year-Old Man Charged In 4-Car Crash Involving Police Cruiser On CT Bridge
26-Year-Old Man Charged In 4-Car Crash Involving Police Cruiser On CT Bridge A 26-year-old man faces assault charges after allegedly rear-ending a police cruiser on a construction assignment and causing a four-vehicle crash on a busy bridge in Connecticut, authorities announced.  New London resident Billy Ray Goff turned himself in to authorities on Monday, Aug. 19 on an active arrest warrant related to a crash in September 2023 on the Gold Star Bridge in the New London County town of Groton, Connecticut State Police announced.  The bridge carries Interstate 95 over the Thames River.  According to police, on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, just after 3 p.m.…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Credit Card Skimmers Found At CT Supermarket During Police Check Credit Card Skimmers Found At CT Supermarket During Police Check
Credit Card Skimmers Found At CT Supermarket During Police Check Police in Connecticut are warning shoppers to be on the lookout for credit card skimmers after two were found on machines during a recent check. The New London Police Department recently inspected some of the city's retail locations and found two skimmers at NSA Supermarket on S. Frontage Road. The department said customers who frequent this location should check their financial card transactions and alert their bank about suspicious account activity. "Everyone should keep in mind that more fraudulent card skimmers may be placed at various locations, and not just the ones where they have a…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Woman Found Bleeding In CT Parking Lot Dies; Search For Suspect Continues Woman Found Bleeding In CT Parking Lot Dies; Search For Suspect Continues
Woman Found Bleeding In CT Parking Lot Dies; Search For Suspect Continues A Connecticut woman who was found bleeding and unresponsive in a parking lot in June has died from her injuries. Related: Woman Found Bleeding, Unresponsive In New London Parking Lot New London County resident Lindsay Melher, age 46, of Groton, who was found on Friday, June 21, in a New London parking lot, has died from her injuries, according to Capt. Matthew Galante of the New London Police. Melher's was found around 10:45 p.m. in the parking lot of 48 Ocean Ave. She was rushed to Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London in critical condition, Galante said. Galante said the cau…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Potent Storm Knocks Out Power In Connecticut: Breakdown By County Potent Storm Knocks Out Power In Connecticut: Breakdown By County
Potent Storm Knocks Out Power In Connecticut: Breakdown By County Thousands are without power after a severe storm swept through the Northeast. At around 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 30, a total of around 2,400 customers in Connecticut are without electricity, according to poweroutage.us. Here's a breakdown by counties: Tolland - 623 Hartford - 436 Middlesex - 345 Litchfield - 312 New London - 233 Windham - 202 New Haven - 105 Fairfield - 103 A Severe Thunderstorm Watch was in effect for the entire region from around midday to 7 p.m. Sunday. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Woman Found Bleeding, Unresponsive In CT Parking Lot Woman Found Bleeding, Unresponsive In CT Parking Lot
Woman Found Bleeding, Unresponsive In CT Parking Lot Police in Connecticut are asking for information and witnesses after a woman was found bleeding and unresponsive in a parking lot. Related: Woman Found Bleeding In CT Parking Lot Dies; Search For Suspect Continues The incident occurred in New London County around 10:45 p.m., Friday, June 21, in the parking lot of 48 Ocean Ave., New London. Capt. Matthew Galante of the New London Police said police and fire officials responded to the parking lot after receiving word of an injured woman. Officers on the scene said the woman was bleeding and unresponsive, Galante said. The victim was…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Gordon Ramsay 'Lucky To Be Here' After CT Accident Leaves Him Hospitalized Gordon Ramsay 'Lucky To Be Here' After CT Accident Leaves Him Hospitalized
Gordon Ramsay 'Lucky To Be Here' After CT Accident Leaves Him Hospitalized Gordon Ramsay has a message for bicyclists who may be considering forgoing their helmet: don’t. The world-renowned celebrity chef, restaurateur, and reality TV star took to social media Saturday, June 15, to issue a public service announcement after suffering a “really bad” bicycle accident during a recent ride in Connecticut. “It really shook me and honestly, I’m lucky to be here,” the 57-year-old Ramsay said in a video shared on his official TikTok and Instagram accounts. On Instagram, he included a post-crash photo showing his torn jacket and visibly damaged helmet. The notoriously fie…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
CT Man Steals Car, Crashes Following Police Chase CT Man Steals Car, Crashes Following Police Chase
CT Man Steals Car, Crashes Following Police Chase A man has been arrested on charges including larceny after he allegedly stole a vehicle, committed multiple hit-and-runs, and eventually tried to evade police, causing a chase that ended in yet another crash.  The New London County incident occurred on Wednesday, May 22 in the city of New London. Just after 11:30 a.m. that morning, a Connecticut State Police officer saw a white 1999 Isuzu NPR truck driving south on I-95 over the Gold Star Bridge with yellow lobster cages loaded in the back. The truck had previously been reported as stolen from Narragansett, Rhode Island, and also wa…

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by Sophie Grieser
News
Movie 'Summerhouse' Filming In Fairfield County Hiring Actors, Extras Movie 'Summerhouse' Filming In Fairfield County Hiring Actors, Extras
Movie 'Summerhouse' Filming In Fairfield County Hiring Actors, Extras A Vietnam-era movie filming in Fairfield County is looking for local actors and extras for over a dozen openings.  "Summerhouse" tells the story of a freshly graduated Ned Stern (portrayed by "Somewhere in Queens" actor Jacob Ward) as he waits to get drafted into the Vietnam War.  Stern spends his last summer of freedom caring for a belligerent, wealthy alcoholic man (played by actor Malcolm McDowell) at his lakeside mansion, only to find himself falling in love with a girl while questioning his commitment to his country, according to IMBD. Parts of the movie will …

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by Kathy Reakes
News
CT Gas Prices Jump 20 Cents In Week: Here Are Most Expensive Areas CT Gas Prices Jump 20 Cents In Week: Here Are Most Expensive Areas
CT Gas Prices Jump 20 Cents In Week: Here Are Most Expensive Areas Thanks to a switch to summer blend fuel, the price of a gallon of gas in Connecticut has surged rapidly over a week. A gallon of self-service regular gas in Connecticut is currently averaging $3.70, up 20 cents from the week before, AAA Northeast officials said on Monday, April 22.  The new average is also 28 cents more expensive than prices in March, officials added, attributing the rapid rise to a switchover to summer blend fuel.  Here are the current average prices of a regular gallon of gas in Connecticut's six largest metropolitan regions, according to AAA: Greater Bridgep…

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by Ben Crnic
News
CT Dentist Gets Prison Time For Tax Evasion: Ordered To Pay Over $240K To IRS CT Dentist Gets Prison Time For Tax Evasion: Ordered To Pay Over $240K To IRS
CT Dentist Gets Prison Time For Tax Evasion: Ordered To Pay Over $240K To IRS A 66-year-old dentist from Connecticut will spend time in prison for failing to file federal income tax returns for several years, officials announced. New London County resident Boulos Hanna of East Lyme, also known as "Paul Hanna," was sentenced on Wednesday, March 6 to ten months in prison for tax evasion, the US Attorney's Office for the District of Connecticut announced.  According to federal officials, Hanna owns New London-based dental practice Paul Hanna DMD PC and accepts fees from patients in personal checks, cash, and credit card payments. He also owns the building…

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by Ben Crnic
Weather
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? Reports From Fairfield County, Region For Winter Storm New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? Reports From Fairfield County, Region For Winter Storm
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? Reports From Fairfield County, Region For Winter Storm Here are snowfall reports from the region for the winter storm that is sweeping through the Northeast on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Totals are from the National Weather Service and submissions from Daily Voice readers: Location        Amount        Time/Date      Provider New York Westchester County Peekskill 10.3 inches 1000 AM 02/13 Public Croton-on-Hudso 10.5 inches 12:45 PM 02/13 Daily Voice reader submission North Salem/Peach Lake 10.0 inches 0430 PM 02/13 Daily Voice reader submission Croton-on-Hudson …

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Church Collapses In CT: Search Teams Now On Site, Officials Say Church Collapses In CT: Search Teams Now On Site, Officials Say
Church Collapses In CT: Search Teams Now On Site, Officials Say Authorities are searching through rubble following the sudden collapse of a church in Connecticut.  The First Congregational Church, located in New London at 66 Union St., collapsed on Thursday afternoon, Jan. 25, according to New London city officials.  Photos of the collapse site released by the city show that much of the roof caved in, causing the structure to be reduced to rubble.  The collapse prompted city officials to warn residents to stay away from the area of Union Street, Masonic Street, State Street, and Eugene O'Neill Drive.  Officials also said …

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by Ben Crnic
Weather
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Reports From Region For Winter Storm How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Reports From Region For Winter Storm
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Reports From Region For Winter Storm Here are snowfall reports from the region for the winter storm that swept through the Northeast overnight Monday, Jan. 15 into Tuesday, Jan. 16. Totals are from the National Weather Service: Location        Amount        Time/Date      Provider New York Westchester County New Rochelle 1.7 inches 0730 AM 01/16 Public Peekskill 1.3 inches 0630 AM 01/16 Public Armonk 1.3 inches 0800 AM 01/16 COCORAHS Peekskill 2.8 NNE 1.0 inches 0800 AM 01/16 COCORAHS South Salem 0.8 inches 0715 AM 01/16 COCORAHS Nassau County Levittown 3.0 inches…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Update: New Details Released About Shooting Deaths Of Suspect, CT State Police K9 Update: New Details Released About Shooting Deaths Of Suspect, CT State Police K9
Update: New Details Released About Shooting Deaths Of Suspect, CT State Police K9 The Connecticut Office of the Inspector General is investigating an officer-involved fatal shooting of a suspect during an incident that also left a State Police K9 dead, officials announced. The investigation is focusing on an incident in New London County on Thursday, Dec. 21 that resulted in the death of 42-year-old Vaughn Malloy and State Police K9 Broko, the Office of the Inspector General announced on Wednesday, Dec. 27.  Earlier Report - CT State Police K9 Killed In Line Of Duty In Pawcatuck: 'Was Hero In Every Sense' According to officials, around 7:30 p.m. on the da…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Police Officer Uses Golf Cart To Catch Suspect Wanted For Violating Protective Order In Shelton Police Officer Uses Golf Cart To Catch Suspect Wanted For Violating Protective Order In Shelton
Police Officer Uses Golf Cart To Catch Suspect Wanted For Violating Protective Order In Shelton A quick-thinking Fairfield County cop briefly commandeered a golf cart as he chased a suspect wanted for allegedly violating a protective order as he ran across a golf course toward a cemetery. The incident took place in Shelton on Sunday, Oct. 1. According to Shelton Police, New London County resident Michael Busto, age 33, of New London, was nabbed after police received a call that he had violated a protective order. When police arrived at the home, Busto had fled just minutes before through a wooded area toward the Brownson County Club, police said.  When officers arrived at the c…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Man, Woman Charged In Strangulation Death Of 17-Year-Old CT Girl Man, Woman Charged In Strangulation Death Of 17-Year-Old CT Girl
Man, Woman Charged In Strangulation Death Of 17-Year-Old CT Girl Two Connecticut residents have been charged with the strangulation death of a 17-year-old girl found when police responded to a report of an unresponsive female. New London County resident Dnazia Uzzle, age 17, of Groton, was found on Saturday, April 15, around 3 a.m. at a home in the area of Jefferson Avenue and Buchanan Road in New London. According to New London Police Capt. Matthew Galante, when police arrived they found Uzzle unresponsive and transported her to Lawrence and Memorial Hospital where she later died. In addition to Uzzle, two other people were found at the scene with…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Threat Grows For Hurricane Lee To Be Rare Significant Storm To Hit Eastern New England Threat Grows For Hurricane Lee To Be Rare Significant Storm To Hit Eastern New England
Threat Grows For Hurricane Lee To Be Rare Significant Storm To Hit Eastern New England As meteorologists predict a possible New England landfall for Hurricane Lee, the prospect is bringing memories of other past storms that slammed into Massachusetts throughout the 20th century.  According to the latest computer models from the National Weather Service, Hurricane Lee may make landfall in eastern Maine on Monday morning, Sept. 18, bringing powerful winds, heavy rains, and high surf along with it and possibly devastating parts of Eastern Massachusetts. Click here for the latest update - Here Comes Hurricane Lee: Watches, Advisories Stretch From NY Through New England While it…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Man Breaks Into Darien Home, Sets Off Alarm: Police Man Breaks Into Darien Home, Sets Off Alarm: Police
Man Breaks Into Darien Home, Sets Off Alarm: Police A 28-year-old Connecticut man faces numerous charges after he was found trespassing in a Fairfield County home despite being already warned to not return to the residence, police said.  The arrest resulted from an incident on Tuesday, Aug. 22 around 4:50 a.m., when Darien Police officers responded to a residence on Robinhood Lane after a home security alarm went off, according to Sergeant Dan Skoumbros.  Arriving officers soon found 28-year-old New London resident Liam Flaherty sitting on a bench behind the home, where he admitted to entering the house and activating the alar…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Man Found Unresponsive In Water At CT State Park Dies Man Found Unresponsive In Water At CT State Park Dies
Man Found Unresponsive In Water At CT State Park Dies A 78-year-old man who was found unresponsive in the water at a Connecticut state park later died. The incident took place in New London County around 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 6 at Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme. Officials with the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection responded to the park of a man found in the water at the park, said Paul Copleman, a spokesman for DEEP. Rocky Neck lifeguards performed CPR on-scene before the man was transported by ambulance to Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London, where he was pronounced dead. An investigation is ongoing and an …

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Justice Delivered: CT Uber Drivers Lead To Alleged Scammer's Arrest Justice Delivered: CT Uber Drivers Lead To Alleged Scammer's Arrest
Justice Delivered: CT Uber Drivers Lead To Alleged Scammer's Arrest Two Uber drivers swapped out a side of fries with a side of justice when they helped Connecticut police track down a fraudster who scammed over $12,000 from an elderly couple. On Wednesday, Aug. 3, Connecticut State Police announced the arrest of Jose Perezclark, a 39-year-old man from the Bronx, on charges of grand larceny, months after his alleged scam. The incident occurred on the morning of Jan. 18, 2023.  An elderly couple in Preston received multiple phone calls that morning from people who claimed to be named “Sarah” and “Bill,” saying they were from the Bridgeport Superior Co…

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by Sophie Grieser
Police & Fire
Missing CT Teen's Body Found In Water At Rhode Island Beach Missing CT Teen's Body Found In Water At Rhode Island Beach
Missing CT Teen's Body Found In Water At Rhode Island Beach Police have identified a 15-year-old Connecticut teen whose body was recovered after disappearing while swimming at a Rhode Island beach. New London County resident Jaimer Martin Ico Gregorio, of the city of New London, was located on Sunday, July 30, in the ocean off Dunes Park Beach in Westerly, Rhode Island. Westerly Police Chief Paul Gingerella said Jamier went missing on Thursday, July 27, around 7 p.m. while swimming with family and friends. The department, along with area emergency services and lifeguards searched for the teen without locating him until after dark.  On Sunday,…

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by Kathy Reakes