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Josh Lanier

Assistant Managing Editor

jlanier@dailyvoice.com

Josh Lanier started his reporting career in high school for his local newspaper. Many — many — years later, he’s still chasing leads for compelling stories. During his time writing for newspapers, magazines, and online publications, he’s covered everything from murderers to mommy bloggers, but his most interesting story is always the next one.

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Police & Fire

Swastikas Spray-Painted On Norwich Street, Overpass Residents in Norwich woke up to disturbing sights Friday morning, Feb. 21, after antisemitic graffiti was spray-painted across multiple locations in the city. Norwich police said two swastikas were spray-painted on separate locations on the city's west side. The largest symbol was left at Old Salem Road, with President Donald Trump's name spray-painted beneath it. Another swastika was found on an I-395 overpass along Salem Turnpike, police said. Multiple people shared photos of the graffiti on social media demanding the city move quickly to remove it. Norwich Police Lt. Kyle Besse s…

02/21/2025

Police & Fire

Wrong Way Drunk Driver On I-395 Causes Head-On Collision In Norwich: 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, …

02/21/2025

News

Wrong-Way Drunk Driver Blames GPS On Hartford Interstates: State Police A Massachusetts woman was arrested after allegedly driving the wrong way on multiple highways before stopping on the shoulder of I-384, telling troopers she was confused by Connecticut’s roads and following her GPS. Nyasia Battle, 24, of Springfield, Massachusetts, faces multiple charges from the early Friday morning, Feb. 21, trek, Connecticut State Police said. State police said multiple 911 callers reported a red Hyundai SUV traveling north in the southbound lanes of Route 5/15 before merging onto I-84 eastbound in the westbound lanes. Troopers responded but initially lost sight of…

02/21/2025

News

Hartford Police Not At Fault In Inmate's Death, Report Says: 'This Is A Sad Case' A Hartford woman who told officers she had recently used fentanyl was found dead inside a city jail cell, a state investigation determined. Linda Praylow, 49, was discovered unresponsive in her holding cell at the Hartford Police Department early in the morning of April 5, 2024. She had no pulse and was later pronounced dead at Saint Francis Hospital, according to the Office of Inspector General Report. An investigation by the Office of the Inspector General concluded that Praylow died from acute fentanyl intoxication, made worse by underlying cardiovascular disease. The report noted …

02/21/2025

Obituaries

Devoted West Hartford Mom, Singer With Powerful Voice Dies At 32: 'Gone Too Soon' West Hartford is grieving the loss of a gifted singer and aspiring attorney whose vibrant spirit left a lasting mark on everyone who knew her. Indya Daniels 32, passed away in the early morning hours of Jan. 27, surrounded by her family, her obituary said. A lifelong resident of West Hartford, Daniels was known for her powerhouse voice and deep love for the arts. She played multiple instruments, wrote songs, and captivated audiences with her pitch-perfect performances. But beyond the music, she was a devoted daughter, sister, and mother, embracing her new role with boundless lov…

02/20/2025

Police & Fire

DUI Crash In Plainville Uncovers Loaded Gun, Ends In Arrest: Police A Connecticut man was arrested after crashing his car while intoxicated with a loaded gun in his wrecked vehicle, police said. Michael Washington, 64, of Meriden, was arrested after troopers responded to a crash on Route 72 near Exit 4 in Plainville around 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, Connecticut State Police said. Washington appeared intoxicated and failed a field sobriety test, police said. Troopers took him into custody without incident. During the investigation, officers found a loaded gun with a high-capacity magazine in Washington's car, police said. The firearm and ammunition were …

02/20/2025

Police & Fire

Peabody Man Seriously Injured In NH Snowmobile Crash A 57-year-old Massachusetts man was severely injured this week when he crashed a rented snowmobile he was on while riding a trail in New Hampshire. The Peabody man was injured around 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, in Lincoln, New Hampshire, while riding among a tour group along the Primary Trail 156 at the Bog Pond Trail Junction, state wildlife officials said. The rider suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries in the crash. The crash is under investigation.

02/20/2025

News

$1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Lands First Grand Prize In New Scratch-Off Game It didn't take long for someone to collect one of the grand prizes in a new Massachusetts State Lottery game. Jason Marsh, of Gloucester, won the $1 million grand prize in the new "Emerald Mine 50X" game. The $5 scratch-off ticket went on sale on Jan. 7. Related: East Boston Woman Has Sensible Plan For Her $1 Million Lottery Win Marsh chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the full $1 million in installments over 20 years. He said he plans to use that money to fix his car. Marsh bought th…

02/20/2025

Police & Fire

Dangerous Tire Spikes Planted on Coventry Roads — Police Warn Drivers Someone has been planting dangerous tire spikes on roads near driveways in Tolland County, and police want the public to be on the lookout. Coventry police say they’ve received two complaints in recent months about the small, sharp devices being left in the roadway or near a driveway. The spikes, which can puncture tires and potentially cause serious damage, were found in separate parts of town and months apart. “These can be purchased online from known retailers,” Coventry Police said in a statement. They’re now asking residents to report any similar objects spotted in the streets or other…

02/20/2025

Lifestyle

Mohegan Sun Guest Lands $1.3M Jackpot in $5 Blackjack Bet A Mohegan Sun visitor is now a millionaire after hitting a staggering $1,338,736.40 jackpot while playing blackjack in Casino of the Earth in Uncasville. The lucky winner was playing the $5 Super 4 Progressive side bet when the dealer revealed a blackjack — triggering the massive payout. The guest landed the game’s top jackpot, requiring an ace, king, queen, and jack of diamonds across both hands. The casino did not release the winner's name. For those feeling lucky, the casino still has two jackpots over $1 million waiting to be won. The Fortune Pai Gow Progressive and Bo…

02/20/2025

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