Josh Lanier

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Josh Lanier has spent years chasing leads wherever they take him — from presidential campaigns and murderers to mommy bloggers. His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, and online publications. His favorite story is still the next one.

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Norfolk, MA
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'He Was Always There': Family Mourns Taunton Native Killed In Florida Motorcycle Crash 'He Was Always There': Family Mourns Taunton Native Killed In Florida Motorcycle Crash 'He Was Always There': Family Mourns Taunton Native Killed In Florida Motorcycle Crash
'He Was Always There': Family Mourns Taunton Native Killed In Florida Motorcycle Crash Whether someone needed a motorcycle fixed, a shoulder to cry on, or just a friend to talk to, Ralph Cox was always there to help, his loved ones said. Now, his family is asking for that same kindness after a crash took the Massachusetts native's life. Cox, 57, a Taunton native living in Melbourne, Florida, died after his Harley-Davidson left the road and struck a fence and street sign early Saturday, Nov. 7, police there said. Melbourne police responded to the crash around 12:14 a.m. First responders tried to save Cox before rushing him to a hospital, where he died from his injurie…

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by Josh Lanier
Wethersfield, CT
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Dog Found Emaciated, Dehydrated: Wethersfield Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty Dog Found Emaciated, Dehydrated: Wethersfield Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty Dog Found Emaciated, Dehydrated: Wethersfield Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty
Dog Found Emaciated, Dehydrated: Wethersfield Woman Charged With Animal Cruelty A woman whose dog was found to be severely underweight, dehydrated, and suffering from muscle wasting has been arrested after a Connecticut veterinarian contacted police, authorities said. Trinity Silva, 23, of Wethersfield, was arrested Tuesday, Oct. 27, following a months-long investigation by animal control officers that began July 20, police said. Officers responded to an animal cruelty complaint at 92 Reed Drive in Wethersfield. Eight days later, on July 28, the dog was taken to a veterinary hospital, where an examination revealed troubling changes in its health, Wethersfield police sa…

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by Josh Lanier
Litchfield, CT
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Horse Euthanized After Litchfield Hit-And-Run; Police Searching For Driver Horse Euthanized After Litchfield Hit-And-Run; Police Searching For Driver Horse Euthanized After Litchfield Hit-And-Run; Police Searching For Driver
Horse Euthanized After Litchfield Hit-And-Run; Police Searching For Driver Veterinarians had to euthanize a horse after it was severely injured in a hit-and-run crash Wednesday morning, Nov. 11, Connecticut State Police said.  The crash happened on East Street in Litchfield. Troopers said a dark-colored sedan driving east slammed into the horse and sped away. WTNH reported that authorities later located the car. It's unclear if anyone was arrested. Police did not immediately return a call looking for more information.  Police said someone may have been riding or standing beside the horse when the vehicle struck it, but they escaped the crash without inj…

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by Josh Lanier
North Haven, CT
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North Haven Restaurant Owner Bans Racist Customer After Outburst: 'Don't Ever Come Back' North Haven Restaurant Owner Bans Racist Customer After Outburst: 'Don't Ever Come Back' North Haven Restaurant Owner Bans Racist Customer After Outburst: 'Don't Ever Come Back'
North Haven Restaurant Owner Bans Racist Customer After Outburst: 'Don't Ever Come Back' A Connecticut restaurant owner is making one thing clear after a customer allegedly hurled racist slurs at a Black man waiting for his takeout order: Hate is not on the menu. Chris Allen, owner of Gas Burgers in North Haven, spoke out about the incident in a Facebook video posted Monday, Nov. 9. Allen said a Black customer was standing inside the restaurant, waiting for a to-go order, when another man walked in, sat at the bar, and began shouting racial slurs at him. The two men had not spoken or interacted before the harassment began.  Allen was unequivocal in his response to any…

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by Josh Lanier
Shelton, CT
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Kids Run For Cover As Shelton Man Opens Fire With Assault Rifle In Bridgeport: Police Kids Run For Cover As Shelton Man Opens Fire With Assault Rifle In Bridgeport: Police Kids Run For Cover As Shelton Man Opens Fire With Assault Rifle In Bridgeport: Police
Kids Run For Cover As Shelton Man Opens Fire With Assault Rifle In Bridgeport: Police Connecticut schoolchildren ran for cover after a man opened fire with an assault rifle during the morning rush in Bridgeport, police said. Jailan May, 26, of Shelton, allegedly fired the shots around 8:37 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, near Wilmot Avenue in Bridgeport, police said.  Officers received a ShotSpotter alert for three gunshots. Moments later, dispatchers got a 911 call from the alleged shooter, admitting he had fired his rifle but wasn't sure if he'd hit anyone, authorities said.  Officers found May standing beside his damaged car on Central Avenue, wearing camouflage body ar…

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by Josh Lanier
Waterbury, CT
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Waterbury Mother, 24, Dies After Crash, Leaving Behind Young Daughter, Heartbroken Family Waterbury Mother, 24, Dies After Crash, Leaving Behind Young Daughter, Heartbroken Family Waterbury Mother, 24, Dies After Crash, Leaving Behind Young Daughter, Heartbroken Family
Waterbury Mother, 24, Dies After Crash, Leaving Behind Young Daughter, Heartbroken Family A 24-year-old mother has died from injuries suffered in a car crash, leaving behind a young daughter whose grandparents must now step in to raise her.   Lucinia Harrison, of Waterbury, died on Saturday, Nov. 7, after suffering life-threatening injuries in a motor vehicle collision, according to a GoFundMe.  Her death has left her parents, Lashona Harrison and Robert Harrison Jr., facing two difficult tasks. They must bury their daughter while taking over the care of their granddaughter, Skye’lee Harrison. The family has not released any information about the crash itself, in…

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by Josh Lanier
North Adams, MA
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North Adams Man Who Raped 16-Year-Old Girl Twice Heading To Prison North Adams Man Who Raped 16-Year-Old Girl Twice Heading To Prison North Adams Man Who Raped 16-Year-Old Girl Twice Heading To Prison
North Adams Man Who Raped 16-Year-Old Girl Twice Heading To Prison A 49-year-old former Western Massachusetts man is heading to prison after a jury found him guilty of raping a teenage girl twice after giving her alcohol. Joseph Pini, formerly of North Adams, was sentenced on Monday, Nov. 9, to nine to 12 years in state prison on two rape charges, the Berkshire County District Attorney's Office said Wednesday, Nov. 11. He also received six months in the House of Correction for providing alcohol to a minor. The sentences will run at the same time. The charges stem from a November 2022 assault at Pini's home on Fairgrounds Avenue in North Adams. Pr…

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by Josh Lanier
Newbury-Rowley, MA
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Renowned Mass Cardiologist, Beverly Dad Of 2, Found Dead After Going On Bike Ride In Newbury Renowned Mass Cardiologist, Beverly Dad Of 2, Found Dead After Going On Bike Ride In Newbury Renowned Mass Cardiologist, Beverly Dad Of 2, Found Dead After Going On Bike Ride In Newbury
Renowned Mass Cardiologist, Beverly Dad Of 2, Found Dead After Going On Bike Ride In Newbury A missing Massachusetts cardiologist and father of two was found dead near a cow pasture after vanishing during a weekend bike ride, authorities said. Dr. Daniel Arnett, 44, of Beverly, Massachusetts, was last seen around 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, in Newbury. His body was discovered shortly after 2 p.m. Sunday near the Tendercrop Farm cow pasture, according to the Essex County District Attorney's Office on Tuesday. The discovery came after a search for Arnett, who had left home without his cellphone. Police had described him as an "overdue cyclist" after he failed to return from his ride. …

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by Josh Lanier
Griswold-Lisbon, CT
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Griswold Worker Accused Of Stealing $300K As Business Faced Bankruptcy: Police Griswold Worker Accused Of Stealing $300K As Business Faced Bankruptcy: Police Griswold Worker Accused Of Stealing $300K As Business Faced Bankruptcy: Police
Griswold Worker Accused Of Stealing $300K As Business Faced Bankruptcy: Police A longtime employee at a Connecticut business used company money to pay personal bills, leaving the business facing possible bankruptcy, police said. Katey M. Lanphear, 49, of Griswold, was arrested Monday, Nov. 9, following an investigation launched in October 2025, Connecticut State Police said.  Police charged her with first-degree larceny, first-degree identity theft, and illegal use of a payment card. Lanphear was released on a $100,000 bond, officials said. Investigators said workers uncovered questionable transactions in the Griswold company's accounting system. They later…

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by Josh Lanier
Hartford, CT
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Hartford Cop Cleared In Fatal Shooting Of Dad Surrounded By Family During Mental Health Crisis Hartford Cop Cleared In Fatal Shooting Of Dad Surrounded By Family During Mental Health Crisis Hartford Cop Cleared In Fatal Shooting Of Dad Surrounded By Family During Mental Health Crisis
Hartford Cop Cleared In Fatal Shooting Of Dad Surrounded By Family During Mental Health Crisis A Connecticut police officer who shot and killed a 53-year-old father during a mental health crisis was justified in using deadly force to protect another officer from a knife attack, state investigators ruled. The Connecticut Office of the Inspector General released its findings Tuesday, Nov. 10, clearing Hartford Officer Alexander Clifford in the Feb. 19 shooting death of Everard Walker at 990 Capitol Avenue. The deadly encounter began when Walker's son called 211 for help with his father's mental health. A mobile crisis team arrived with two Hartford officers. Walker initially refused t…

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