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CT Mom, Newborn Barricade Themselves in Bathroom As Man Tries To Break In: ‘Feared for My Life' CT Mom, Newborn Barricade Themselves in Bathroom As Man Tries To Break In: ‘Feared for My Life'
CT Mom, Newborn Barricade Themselves in Bathroom As Man Tries To Break In: ‘Feared for My Life' A Connecticut mother said she survived a terrifying ordeal when a screaming man, covered in mud, tried to break into her home late last week and threatened to harm her.  Joshua Pirie, 38, of Morris, was arrested Friday, March 14, following a violent outburst at a home that left a mother fearing for her life, according to Connecticut State Police. The woman said she heard screaming outside her home in Morris just before 3 p.m. Friday. When she looked out, she saw Pirie shirtless and covered in mud. He grabbed the woman's 11-year-old dog and began strangling it, she told police. He then…
Police ID CT Pilot Killed When Plane Crashed Into Woods Police ID CT Pilot Killed When Plane Crashed Into Woods
Police ID CT Pilot Killed When Plane Crashed Into Woods A 69-year-old Connecticut man was killed earlier this week when the glider plane he was in crash-landed in the woods, authorities said. Bradley Daar, of Clinton, was identified as the pilot of the Single Engine Ultralight Glider that crashed in the Cedar Lake Road area of Deep River on Friday afternoon, March 14, Connecticut State Police said.  Paramedics airlifted him to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.  Troopers alerted the Federal Aviation Administration, National Transportation Safety Board, and Connecticut Airport Authority of the crash, but St…
Watch Wanted CT Woman Crash Into Police Cruisers Before High-Speed Chase: Cops Watch Wanted CT Woman Crash Into Police Cruisers Before High-Speed Chase: Cops
Watch Wanted CT Woman Crash Into Police Cruisers Before High-Speed Chase: Cops A high-speed chase that started on Route 2 and ended with a suspect hiding under a deck has landed an Old Saybrook woman behind bars with a $500,000 bond, according to Connecticut State Police. Electra Chiulli, 33, who had an active warrant, was spotted by troopers a little after 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 13, on Route 2 in Bozrah after officers noticed her black Subaru Legacy missing a front license plate and swerving between lanes. When police ran her information, they discovered Chiulli was already wanted for leading Old Saybrook police on a previous pursuit, authorities said.  …
K9 Officer 'Boss' Tracks Down Teens Who Stole, Crashed Car In Killingly: Police K9 Officer 'Boss' Tracks Down Teens Who Stole, Crashed Car In Killingly: Police
K9 Officer 'Boss' Tracks Down Teens Who Stole, Crashed Car In Killingly: Police A group of teenagers found themselves in handcuffs after crashing a stolen car and running into the woods — only to be sniffed out by a four-legged officer. Connecticut State Police say it all began when a gray Subaru Crosstrek, reported stolen earlier that day, was seen weaving dangerously through traffic on Main Street in Killingly on Saturday afternoon, March 8. Witnesses said the driver nearly caused several accidents before slamming into another car at Westcott Road. But instead of stopping, the Subaru sped off. It wasn’t long before the same vehicle was found smashed against a tree on…
CT Man Dead, 2 Seriously Injured After Truck Hits 3 Dirt Bikes in Voluntown CT Man Dead, 2 Seriously Injured After Truck Hits 3 Dirt Bikes in Voluntown
CT Man Dead, 2 Seriously Injured After Truck Hits 3 Dirt Bikes in Voluntown A 28-year-old man from Connecticut is dead, and three others were injured — two seriously — in a multi-vehicle crash, authorities said. Michael Alan Davis, of Norwich, died Monday night, March 10, after an F-150 pickup truck crashed into him and two others in Voluntown, according to Connecticut State Police. The truck was heading south on Ekonk Hill Road (Route 49) just after 7:30 p.m. when it hit three dirt bikes, killing Davis and seriously injuring two riders — ages 20 and 26 — police said. The 26-year-old was airlifted to Hartford Hospital’s trauma center for emergency treatment. A fou…
2 Hit While Changing Tire On Route 2; 1 Seriously Wounded In Crash 2 Hit While Changing Tire On Route 2; 1 Seriously Wounded In Crash
2 Hit While Changing Tire On Route 2; 1 Seriously Wounded In Crash A car crashed into two people parked on the shoulder of a Connecticut highway changing a tire, sending them both to the hospital, authorities said.  The crash was reported on Route 2 in Norwich just before 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, Connecticut State Police said.  Two 29-year-olds from Rhode Island were stopped on the right shoulder of the eastbound lane tending to their vehicle when a 2005 Nissan Altima crashed into them, police said.  Both were taken to the hospital, with one suffering serious injuries in the crash.  State Police urge anyone who witnessed the cra…
CT Man Strangled Woman, Left Her Injured In Motel Lobby Argument: Police CT Man Strangled Woman, Left Her Injured In Motel Lobby Argument: Police
CT Man Strangled Woman, Left Her Injured In Motel Lobby Argument: Police A Connecticut man was arrested this week after a woman claimed he shoved her to the ground and strangled her during a verbal argument that turned physical, authorities allege. Korey Barton, 22, of Stafford, was taken into custody Tuesday, March 4, following an alleged assault at a Willington motel, according to Connecticut State Police. The woman told police she and Barton were at a motel on Ruby Road around 6:45 a.m. when they began arguing. Troopers did not disclose the reason for the dispute. The woman told investigators that when she turned to leave, Barton grabbed her arm, threw her t…
CT Drunk Driver Busted With Sword In His Car: Police CT Drunk Driver Busted With Sword In His Car: Police
CT Drunk Driver Busted With Sword In His Car: Police A routine traffic stop took a sharp turn this week when police said they discovered the driver was intoxicated and carrying a 12-inch katana sword, authorities said.  Thomas O’Shaughnessy, of Salem, was pulled over just before 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4, after police clocked him speeding at 81 mph in a 65-mph zone and swerving on Route 2 in Colchester, state troopers said. He smelled of alcohol, and his eyes were red and glassy. He was arrested after failing a field sobriety test, police said. As troopers searched O’Shaughnessy's Chevrolet Cruze, they found the katana on his floor…
‘I Messed Up’: Police Say CT Man Hit Teen, Drove Away ‘I Messed Up’: Police Say CT Man Hit Teen, Drove Away
‘I Messed Up’: Police Say CT Man Hit Teen, Drove Away A 68-year-old Connecticut man was arrested this week and charged with hitting a teenager with his SUV and driving away last year, authorities announced. Frank Bonito, of Haddam, was arrested on Monday, March 3, and charged with operating an unregistered vehicle, reckless driving, evading responsibility, risk of injury to a child, reckless endangerment, and multiple traffic violations, Connecticut State Police said. The teenager told police they were out for a run on Jackson Road in Haddam around noon on April 20, 2024, when they stopped to look at a stream. That’s when a Toyota Highlander h…
CT Man Hits 115 MPH On I-91, Leads Police Chase Before Arrest At Home: Cops CT Man Hits 115 MPH On I-91, Leads Police Chase Before Arrest At Home: Cops
CT Man Hits 115 MPH On I-91, Leads Police Chase Before Arrest At Home: Cops A Connecticut man hit 115 mph on I-91, leading police on a high-speed chase before being arrested over the weekend, authorities said. Shoaib Noori, 22, of Meriden, was spotted speeding past traffic near Exit 24 in Rocky Hill in a blue BMW 330i on Sunday afternoon, March 2, Connecticut State Police said. A trooper on patrol clocked him at 115 mph, well over the posted 65 mph limit. When the trooper attempted a traffic stop with lights and sirens, Noori allegedly refused to pull over and began dangerously weaving through traffic and driving on the shoulders and grassy areas near exit ramps, p…
Propane Tanks Explode Inside Box Truck In CT, Injuring 2 Propane Tanks Explode Inside Box Truck In CT, Injuring 2
Propane Tanks Explode Inside Box Truck In CT, Injuring 2 Two people were injured when propane tanks exploded in a box truck, Connecticut State Police said.  The incident happened Friday night, Feb. 28, just after 9 p.m. at the Conantville Road and Overlook Drive intersection in Mansfield.  One of the injured was air-lifted to a Rhode Island burn ward for second-degree burns while the other was rushed to an area hospital. Their injuries were considered life-threatening, police said.  The truck they were in was carrying multiple 20-pound propane tanks used for grills, authorities said. Investigators believe several exploded, but it'…
CT Man High On Drugs During Lisbon Crash: Cops; Also Charged In Wreck Where Newborn Later Died CT Man High On Drugs During Lisbon Crash: Cops; Also Charged In Wreck Where Newborn Later Died
CT Man High On Drugs During Lisbon Crash: Cops; Also Charged In Wreck Where Newborn Later Died A Connecticut man charged in a crash that killed a newborn last year was arrested again this week after police say he was high on fentanyl during another wreck. Eric LeBlanc, 25, was taken into custody on Wednesday, Feb. 26, following a crash on River Road in Lisbon, where officers found him with fentanyl and a loaded 9mm handgun, Connecticut State Police said.  Earlier Report: CT Man Accused in Deadly Crash Where Newborn Later Died Arrested After Another Wreck Troopers who responded to the crash said LeBlanc appeared intoxicated, noting his "pinpoint pupils and slow speech." During…
CT Man Accused Of Killingly Crash Where Newborn Later Died, Arrested After 2nd Wreck: Police CT Man Accused Of Killingly Crash Where Newborn Later Died, Arrested After 2nd Wreck: Police
CT Man Accused Of Killingly Crash Where Newborn Later Died, Arrested After 2nd Wreck: Police Update: Police on Friday, Feb. 28, reported that Eric LeBlanc admitted to using fentanyl before crashing in Lisbon earlier this week. Click here for more information.  Original: A Connecticut man wanted in connection with a 2024 crash that led to a series of tragic events, including the death of a newborn, was arrested this week after being involved in a second accident, authorities said. Eric Leblanc, 25, of Griswold, was arrested on Wednesday, Feb. 26, following a crash in Lisbon, Connecticut State Police reported. During the response, troopers learned he had an active warrant. Acco…
Mom Admits To Using Crack Before Crashing Car With Baby Inside On I-84: Police Mom Admits To Using Crack Before Crashing Car With Baby Inside On I-84: Police
Mom Admits To Using Crack Before Crashing Car With Baby Inside On I-84: Police A routine traffic crash quickly turned into a serious criminal investigation when police say a local woman admitted to using crack cocaine before getting behind the wheel—with a toddler in the car. Elizabeth Burnham, 35, of East Hartford, faces a litany of charges following her arrest on Monday morning, Feb. 24, Connecticut State Police said.  Troopers responded to a two-car crash on the exit 58 off-ramp from I-84 around 10:15 a.m. They found Burnham had rear-ended another vehicle because she “was not able to stop in time,” according to authorities.  No injuries were reported at …
'I Strangled Him': CT Inmate Murdered Cellmate, Laid Body On Table, Police Said 'I Strangled Him': CT Inmate Murdered Cellmate, Laid Body On Table, Police Said
'I Strangled Him': CT Inmate Murdered Cellmate, Laid Body On Table, Police Said Kyle McKinnon started his morning on Dec. 12, 2024, like hundreds of others at MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institution — with one major exception: He murdered his cellmate, police said. The 31-year-old New London man climbed down from his top bunk, used the restroom, and washed his hands, but a nagging fact in the back of his mind made him change up his routine. That's when he turned to his cellmate, Kenneth Montaner Buscampeil — a 26-year-old serving a fourth-degree sexual assault conviction — wrapped his hands around the man's throat and choked him to death, a state police inv…
Wrong Way Drunk CT Driver Causes Head-On I-395 Collision: Police Wrong Way Drunk CT Driver Causes Head-On I-395 Collision: Police
Wrong Way Drunk CT Driver Causes Head-On I-395 Collision: Police A Connecticut man was accused of being intoxicated when he went the wrong way on an I-395 off-ramp in Norwich and crashed head-on with another vehicle, police said. Theodore Kunsa, 45, of Voluntown, was arrested following the 1:19 p.m. crash on Thursday, Feb. 20, according to Connecticut State Police. No one was injured in the crash, authorities said. Related: Drunk Driver Blames GPS After Going Wrong Way on CT Highways, Police Say Troopers said Kunsa showed “several signs of intoxication” and failed a field sobriety test. He was arrested and charged with operating under the influence, …
Moosup Man Pulled From Burning Car After Crash In Sterling Dies at Hospital Moosup Man Pulled From Burning Car After Crash In Sterling Dies at Hospital
Moosup Man Pulled From Burning Car After Crash In Sterling Dies at Hospital A 42-year-old Connecticut man was killed on Wednesday evening, Feb. 19, when he lost control of his sedan and slammed into a utility pole in Windham County, authorities said. Michael Ryan Theriault, of Moosup, was behind the wheel of a Nissan Altima heading south on Ekonk Hill Road (Route 49) in Sterling around 5:30 p.m. when his car left the road and hit the utility pole, Connecticut State Police said. The sedan came to rest in a ditch and burst into flames. A Good Samaritan pulled Theriault from the vehicle before the fire began. Paramedics rushed him to Plainfield Backus Emergency Care …
CT Biker Gang Member Charged With 2021 Somers Murder: Police CT Biker Gang Member Charged With 2021 Somers Murder: Police
CT Biker Gang Member Charged With 2021 Somers Murder: Police A Connecticut man with ties to the Outlaws Motorcycle Club has been charged in connection with a 2021 homicide after authorities tracked him down in Haddam. Timothy Lange, 35, of New Britain, was arrested by Connecticut State Police detectives, along with state and federal law enforcement, after a lengthy investigation into the death of Jason Comes, 42, of Wilbraham, Massachusetts.  Comes was found dead inside a vehicle on a remote stretch of Durkee Road in Somers in Aug. 2021. Investigators determined Lange was a known member of the Outlaws Motorcycle Gang. His arrest on Wednesday, F…
CT Tractor Trailer Driver Killed After Truck Hit Telephone Pole CT Tractor Trailer Driver Killed After Truck Hit Telephone Pole
CT Tractor Trailer Driver Killed After Truck Hit Telephone Pole A Connecticut man died after his tractor-trailer veered off the road and struck a telephone pole, authorities said. Jeffrey Vincent Benis, 55, of Windsor Locks, was driving a Mack 600 truck when it left River Road in Willington just before 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 18, according to Connecticut State Police. It's unclear what caused the truck to leave the roadway. Paramedics rushed him to Rockville General Hospital, where doctors later pronounced him dead. State Police urge anyone who saw the crash or has information to contact Trooper First Class Andrew Sturmer at 860-896-3200 or Andrew.Stu…
Thompson Man, 70, Sexually Assaulted Multiple Children Over Several Years: Police Thompson Man, 70, Sexually Assaulted Multiple Children Over Several Years: Police
Thompson Man, 70, Sexually Assaulted Multiple Children Over Several Years: Police A 70-year-old Connecticut man was arrested last week following months-long investigations into multiple accusations of child molestation that stretched across years, authorities said. Michael Collette, of Thompson, was arrested Friday, Feb. 14, and charged with two counts of first-degree sexual assault and three counts of risk of injury to a minor, Connecticut State Police said. The investigation began in November when a 9-year-old boy told police that Collette had repeatedly sexually assaulted him while babysitting him when the child's parents were away, a police report said.  The bo…
Manchester Man Hit Friend With Car After Stealing From Their Home: Police Manchester Man Hit Friend With Car After Stealing From Their Home: Police
Manchester Man Hit Friend With Car After Stealing From Their Home: Police A Connecticut man is facing multiple charges after police said he robbed a friend and struck them with his car during an attempted escape. Donovan Rice, 25, of Manchester, was arrested Thursday evening, Feb. 13, in Somers after a homeowner called 911 to report he had visited their home earlier that day and tried to steal items worth about $300, Connecticut State Police said. The homeowner noticed Rice's pockets bulging as he left the house around 5 p.m. When confronted, Rice got into his car and put it in reverse, police said. That's when he's alleged to have struck them with the vehicle. …
'I'll Kill You:' 100 MPH Pursuit Ends In Arrest Of I-84 Road Rage Driver, CT State Police Say 'I'll Kill You:' 100 MPH Pursuit Ends In Arrest Of I-84 Road Rage Driver, CT State Police Say
'I'll Kill You:' 100 MPH Pursuit Ends In Arrest Of I-84 Road Rage Driver, CT State Police Say Connecticut State Police troopers got their guy. A 27-year-old Hartford is in custody after police say he was involved in a series of violent road rage incidents on I-84 before leading officers on a high-speed chase, CT State Police announced. Robert Patrick Misericordia was identified as the driver of an orange Honda Civic involved in at least three separate road rage incidents on the morning of Feb. 11, according to Connecticut State Police. The first incident was reported near Exit 18 in Waterbury, where a motorist told police that Misericordia cut him off, blocked his vehicle, and got …
Arrest Made In Deadly CT Motorcycle Crash That Left Two Boys Without Their Father Arrest Made In Deadly CT Motorcycle Crash That Left Two Boys Without Their Father
Arrest Made In Deadly CT Motorcycle Crash That Left Two Boys Without Their Father A Connecticut man has been arrested in connection with a deadly motorcycle crash that killed a 55-year-old rider last summer, police said. Tyler W. Griggs, 26, was charged with negligent homicide with a motor vehicle after an investigation into a June 1, 2024, crash on Hopeville Road in Griswold, according to Connecticut State Police. Authorities said Griggs was making a left turn from a driveway at 1089 Hopeville Road when he struck a motorcycle operated by Sean McGloin, who was traveling southbound. Police said McGloin was thrown from his black Suzuki Burgman motorcycle and suffered seve…
Ski-Masked Thieves Crash Stolen BMW, Ditch Audi On I-95 Before Pursuit Ski-Masked Thieves Crash Stolen BMW, Ditch Audi On I-95 Before Pursuit
Ski-Masked Thieves Crash Stolen BMW, Ditch Audi On I-95 Before Pursuit Two people are in custody and three are believed to be at large after a stolen BMW X6 crashed and an associated, stolen Audi S5 was ditched on I-95 before a police pursuit early Tuesday, Feb. 11, police said. At approximately 7:14 a.m., Connecticut State Police from Troop G-Bridgeport responded to a motor vehicle accident on I-95 northbound near Exit 16. As officers were en route, reports indicated that several occupants had fled the scene on foot, police said. The suspects were described as young males dressed in all black with ski masks. Officers from the Norwalk and Westport Police Depa…
Major Search On For I-84 Armed Road Rage Attacker Underway Major Search On For I-84 Armed Road Rage Attacker Underway
Major Search On For I-84 Armed Road Rage Attacker Underway A man who police say ditched his car in a rest area along I-84 after a road rage attack on the highway is being sought by authorities, Connecticut State Police said. UPDATE: Robert Misericordia Arrested In I-84 Road Rage Incidents, Police Say The incident involved a firearm and happened around 8:40 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, in the westbound lanes near Exit 17, CSP said. The victim shared photos of the incident with NBC Connecticut. #EXCLUSIVE: A manhunt is underway for the suspect in a string of road rage incidents on I-84. We spoke to a victim who recorded the man getting out of his…
Double-Dipping State Employee Stole $49K In Unperformed Work: State Police Double-Dipping State Employee Stole $49K In Unperformed Work: State Police
Double-Dipping State Employee Stole $49K In Unperformed Work: State Police A state employee has been arrested after stealing paychecks while working for both the state of Connecticut and the town of Litchfield, authorities announced. Erin Kennedy, 44, of Litchfield turned herself into Connecticut State Police at Troop L in Litchfield over the weekend, after an investigation into the alleged fraud, according to Connecticut State Police. Kennedy is accused of simultaneously working for the state and the town, collecting payments from both.  Court documents state that while working for the state, Kennedy's normal hours were 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., while she worked fo…
Rib Fracture, Head Injury: Friends Recover After Serious Pomfret Weekend Crash, Campaign Says Rib Fracture, Head Injury: Friends Recover After Serious Pomfret Weekend Crash, Campaign Says
Rib Fracture, Head Injury: Friends Recover After Serious Pomfret Weekend Crash, Campaign Says Support is on the rise for two friends who loved ones say suffered a litany of broken bones in a Connecticut crash this weekend. According to Connecticut State Police, the crash happened at the intersection of Route 169 and Route 101 in Pomfret late Friday night, Feb. 8.  A GoFundMe campaign launched by Tharun Vadlamudi identified the victims as Vamsi Krishna and Prathap,  Krishna suffered multiple rib fractures and a head injury, requiring immediate and ongoing medical attention, the campaign says. Prathap sustained a broken left arm, minor bone fractures, cuts, a…
ATV Operator Airlifted In CT Crash On Frozen Lake: State Police ATV Operator Airlifted In CT Crash On Frozen Lake: State Police
ATV Operator Airlifted In CT Crash On Frozen Lake: State Police An ATV accident on a frozen lake in Connecticut prompted a significant emergency response, including Life Star, on Saturday afternoon, Feb. 8, police said. Stafford Police and Troop C personnel were dispatched to Lake Shore Boulevard at approximately 1:05 p.m. following reports of an ATV crash, Connecticut State Police said. Initial reports indicated serious injuries, leading Life Star to respond. However, police later clarified that Life Star responded as a precaution. Upon arrival, the ATV operator was found conscious and alert. The rider was transported to a local hospital for treatment …
Man Seriously Injured On I-95 At Scene Of Disabled Tractor Trailer: State Police Man Seriously Injured On I-95 At Scene Of Disabled Tractor Trailer: State Police
Man Seriously Injured On I-95 At Scene Of Disabled Tractor Trailer: State Police A man helping at the scene of a disabled tractor-trailer was hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle on I-95 in Connecticut overnight, authorities said. A 2014-2017 white Hyundai Genesis was traveling in the right, southbound lane of I-95 when, for unknown reasons, it veered into the right shoulder and struck the Killingworth man in the shoulder, CT State Police said. The incident occurred at approximately 2:03 a.m. near the entrance to the Exit 34 on-ramp in Milford. Emergency responders from the Milford Fire Department transported him to Bridgeport Hospital…
Unlicensed DUI Driver Arrested In I-84 Crash That Left Passenger Dead: State Police Unlicensed DUI Driver Arrested In I-84 Crash That Left Passenger Dead: State Police
Unlicensed DUI Driver Arrested In I-84 Crash That Left Passenger Dead: State Police An unlicensed, intoxicated Hartford man has been charged in connection with a high-speed crash on Interstate 84 that killed his passenger, according to Connecticut State Police. The crash occurred around 6:53 a.m. on Feb. 8, 2024, near Exit 61 in Manchester, investigators said. Jason Ivers, 25, was driving a 2016 Nissan Juke westbound at a high rate of speed when his vehicle collided with a 2015 Hyundai Genesis, CT State Police said. Police said Mirelly Vega, 25, a front-seat passenger in the Nissan, suffered life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead at Hartford Hospital. Ivers, who…
Repeat DUI Driver 'Pawed Like A Cat' After Being Woken Up By CT State Trooper On I-95: Police Repeat DUI Driver 'Pawed Like A Cat' After Being Woken Up By CT State Trooper On I-95: Police
Repeat DUI Driver 'Pawed Like A Cat' After Being Woken Up By CT State Trooper On I-95: Police A 24-year-old man was arrested for driving under the influence after a Connecticut State trooper found him asleep in his car on the shoulder of I-95, authorities said. At approximately 3:18 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025, a Troop E-Montville Trooper stopped to check on what appeared to be a disabled vehicle in the northbound lanes near Exit 91, Connecticut State Police said. Instead, they found Christian Gonzalez, of East Haven, asleep behind the wheel with the driver’s side window rolled down, police said. When the Trooper illuminated the vehicle with a flashlight, Gonzalez reportedly wok…