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Family devastated after fatal Bridgeport crash
Family devastated after fatal Bridgeport crash
Family members say they're devastated after a teenager was killed in a crash involving a stolen vehicle.
Family members say they're devastated after a teenager was killed in a crash involving a stolen vehicle.
Family members say they're devastated after a teenager was killed in a crash involving a stolen vehicle.
Bridgeport PD renews probe into city’s first slaying of 2018
Bridgeport PD renews probe into city’s first slaying of 2018
Jawuan Green, 21, was outside the Snack Shop at Newfield Avenue and Revere Street in January when gunfire ended his life.
Bridgeport police renewed their call Thursday for the public's help solving the city's earliest homicide of 2018.
Bridgeport police renewed their call Thursday for the public's help solving the city's earliest homicide of 2018.
Police: Bridgeport woman stole from Milford mall, screamed at officers
Police: Bridgeport woman stole from Milford mall, screamed at officers
A Bridgeport woman is behind bars after Milford police say she stole from one store and made a scene in another.
A Bridgeport woman is behind bars after Milford police say she stole from one store and made a scene in another.
Medical examiner: Stamford woman died of 'sharp force injuries'
Medical examiner: Stamford woman died of 'sharp force injuries'
A Stamford woman found dead in her Hycliff Terrace home on Monday died from "sharp force injuries" to her neck and extremities, according to the state medical examiner.
A Stamford woman found dead in her Hycliff Terrace home on Monday died from "sharp force injuries" to her neck and extremities, according to the state medical examiner.
A Stamford woman found dead in her Hycliff Terrace home on Monday died from "sharp force injuries" to her neck and extremities, according to the state medical examiner.
Bridgeport police look to surveillance video to find missing dog
Bridgeport police look to surveillance video to find missing dog
Bridgeport police say they hope new surveillance video will help them recover at least one of the 11 dogs stolen from city residents over the past few weeks.
Bridgeport police say they hope new surveillance video will help them recover at least one of the 11 dogs stolen from city residents over the past few weeks.
Bridgeport police say they hope new surveillance video will help them recover at least one of the 11 dogs stolen from city residents over the past few weeks.
Fairfield woman accused of threatening to kill mother
Fairfield woman accused of threatening to kill mother
Police say a Fairfield woman was arrested after she allegedly threatened to kill her mother.
Police say a Fairfield woman was arrested after she allegedly threatened to kill her mother.
Waterbury man accused of intentionally running over geese
Waterbury man accused of intentionally running over geese
A Waterbury man is in custody after running over a group of geese - apparently on purpose.
A Waterbury man is in custody after running over a group of geese - apparently on purpose.
Police: Hamden man admits to killing mother
Police: Hamden man admits to killing mother
A missing person case has turned into a murder investigation in Hamden after officials say a son admitted to killing his mother.
A missing person case has turned into a murder investigation in Hamden after officials say a son admitted to killing his mother.
Police: Torrington man broke into pregnant woman’s home, assaulted her
Police: Torrington man broke into pregnant woman’s home, assaulted her
Officials say 32-year-old Sebastian Bloom entered the Lewis Street home, assaulted the woman and then blocked her from leaving the house.
A Torrington man is in custody after allegedly breaking into a pregnant woman's home and attacking her, according to police.
A Torrington man is in custody after allegedly breaking into a pregnant woman's home and attacking her, according to police.
Police: Man broke into home, attacked pregnant woman
Police: Man broke into home, attacked pregnant woman
A Torrington man was taken into custody after police say he broke into a pregnant woman's home and attacked her.
A Torrington man was taken into custody after police say he broke into a pregnant woman's home and attacked her.
Court documents reveal suspicions of fraud, theft at nursing home
Court documents reveal suspicions of fraud, theft at nursing home
An embattled Bridgeport nursing home and its owner are subjects of a grand jury investigation, News 12 has confirmed.
An embattled Bridgeport nursing home and its owner are subjects of a grand jury investigation, News 12 has confirmed.
An embattled Bridgeport nursing home and its owner are subjects of a grand jury investigation, News 12 has confirmed.
Teen girl arrested amid school gun scare in Bridgeport
Teen girl arrested amid school gun scare in Bridgeport
A gun scare at a Bridgeport elementary school got a teen girl arrested Thursday, police say.
A gun scare at a Bridgeport elementary school got a teen girl arrested Thursday, police say.
Family offers reward to catch I-84 hit-and-run driver
Family offers reward to catch I-84 hit-and-run driver
The family of a New York man killed in a hit-and-run on Interstate 84 in Danbury is offering $10,000 for information that leads to an arrest in the case.
The family of a New York man killed in a hit-and-run on Interstate 84 in Danbury is offering $10,000 for information that leads to an arrest in the case.
The family of a New York man killed in a hit-and-run on Interstate 84 in Danbury is offering $10,000 for information that leads to an arrest in the case.
Suspect wanted for taking pictures under woman’s skirt
Suspect wanted for taking pictures under woman’s skirt
The incident happened at the Ridgeway Shopping Center on May 9.
The incident happened at the Ridgeway Shopping Center on May 9.
Bridgeport police: 2 known gang members arrested after car chase
Bridgeport police: 2 known gang members arrested after car chase
Police arrested Kenneth Jones, 22, and a 17-year-old boy after a car chase that ended in Waterbury.
Police arrested Kenneth Jones, 22, and a 17-year-old boy after a car chase that ended in Waterbury.
Police arrested Kenneth Jones, 22, and a 17-year-old boy after a car chase that ended in Waterbury.
Stamford supervisor accused of misusing money
Stamford supervisor accused of misusing money
The Stamford supervisor for city marinas is accused of misusing tens of thousands of dollars.
The Stamford supervisor for city marinas is accused of misusing tens of thousands of dollars.
Stratford police: Man caught on camera using stolen credit card
Stratford police: Man caught on camera using stolen credit card
Police in Stratford are searching for a man who was caught on camera using a stolen credit card.
Police in Stratford are searching for a man who was caught on camera using a stolen credit card.
Former SHU student accused of lying about rape takes plea deal
Former SHU student accused of lying about rape takes plea deal
The former Sacred Heart University student accused of lying about being raped has accepted a plea deal Tuesday and is headed to jail.
The former Sacred Heart University student accused of lying about being raped has accepted a plea deal Tuesday and is headed to jail.
New Milford police officer injured in struggle with suspect
New Milford police officer injured in struggle with suspect
A police officer in New Milford is recovering after a struggle with a suspect.
A police officer in New Milford is recovering after a struggle with a suspect.
Mother: Daughter acted in self-defense when she stabbed woman
Mother: Daughter acted in self-defense when she stabbed woman
A mother says her daughter was acting in self-defense when she stabbed another woman at the Quality Inn in Stratford last week.
A mother says her daughter was acting in self-defense when she stabbed another woman at the Quality Inn in Stratford last week.
A mother says her daughter was acting in self-defense when she stabbed another woman at the Quality Inn in Stratford last week.
A mother says her daughter was acting in self-defense when she stabbed another woman at the Quality Inn in Stratford last week.
18-year-old fatally shot under I-95 overpass in Stamford
18-year-old fatally shot under I-95 overpass in Stamford
An 18-year-old Stamford man was shot under the I-95 overpass on West Avenue just before 9 p.m. Thursday.
The death is the city’s first homicide in a year and a half.
The death is the city’s first homicide in a year and a half.
Judge jails scammer for failing to pay restitution
Judge jails scammer for failing to pay restitution
The woman who swindled almost $500,000 from parents and schools while pretending to be an autism therapist found herself behind bars Friday for allegedly failing to pay restitution.
The woman who swindled almost $500,000 from parents and schools while pretending to be an autism therapist found herself behind bars Friday for allegedly failing to pay restitution.
The woman who swindled almost $500,000 from parents and schools while pretending to be an autism therapist found herself behind bars Friday for allegedly failing to pay restitution.
18-year-old arraigned in attempted carjacking outside community center
18-year-old arraigned in attempted carjacking outside community center
Antone Grant-Chalmers is being charged with attempted robbery, reckless endangerment and robbery by carjacking, among other charges.
Antone Grant-Chalmers is being charged with attempted robbery, reckless endangerment and robbery by carjacking, among other charges.
Antone Grant-Chalmers is being charged with attempted robbery, reckless endangerment and robbery by carjacking, among other charges.
Armed robbers swipe Duchess restaurant deposit
Armed robbers swipe Duchess restaurant deposit
A Stratford restaurant worker left her job Thursday with a deposit bag before two masked, armed robbers pulled up in a maroon minivan and made off with the money, police say.
A Stratford restaurant worker left her job Thursday with a deposit bag before two masked, armed robbers pulled up in a maroon minivan and made off with the money, police say.
A Stratford restaurant worker left her job Thursday with a deposit bag before two masked, armed robbers pulled up in a maroon minivan and made off with the money, police say.
Thieves target cars parked at 3 Milford gyms
Thieves target cars parked at 3 Milford gyms
One or more crooks broke into three cars parked outside three separate Milford gyms Tuesday night, police say.
One or more crooks broke into three cars parked outside three separate Milford gyms Tuesday night, police say.
One or more crooks broke into three cars parked outside three separate Milford gyms Tuesday night, police say.
Jury acquits man of murder charge in deadly robbery
Jury acquits man of murder charge in deadly robbery
Throughout his trial, Treizy Lopez has maintained that he took part in an armed robbery but not in the slaying of a popular store owner who died as a result -- and jurors agreed Thursday.
Throughout his trial, Treizy Lopez has maintained that he took part in an armed robbery but not in the slaying of a popular store owner who died as a result -- and jurors agreed Thursday.
Prosecutors plan to appeal Skakel murder conviction dismissal
Prosecutors plan to appeal Skakel murder conviction dismissal
State prosecutors say they are planning to appeal the dismissal of Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel's murder conviction to the United States Supreme Court.
Prosecutors say they are planning to appeal the dismissal of Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel's murder conviction to the United States Supreme Court.
Prosecutors say they are planning to appeal the dismissal of Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel's murder conviction to the United States Supreme Court.
Jurors may be deadlocked on murder charge against admitted robber
Jurors may be deadlocked on murder charge against admitted robber
Treizy Lopez says he helped rob a popular Bridgeport storekeeper -- but he denies charges of murder.
Treizy Lopez says he helped rob a popular Bridgeport storekeeper -- but he denies charges of murder.
Treizy Lopez says he helped rob a popular Bridgeport storekeeper -- but he denies charges of murder.
Police respond to swatting incident in Stamford
Police respond to swatting incident in Stamford
Part of a major road in Stamford was shut down this morning as police responded to a swatting incident.
Part of a major road in Stamford was shut down this morning as police responded to a swatting incident.
Police: Early morning shooting results in Bridgeport’s 5th homicide of year
Police: Early morning shooting results in Bridgeport’s 5th homicide of year
Bridgeport police say an early morning shooting resulted in the city' s fifth homicide of the year.
Bridgeport police say an early morning shooting resulted in the city' s fifth homicide of the year.
Arrest warrant describes hidden Weston weapons stash
Arrest warrant describes hidden Weston weapons stash
Prosecutors have charged Rick Phillips with 15 counts of illegally possessing assault weapons, 90 counts of possessing a large-capacity magazine and five counts of possession of a silencer.
Investigators say a bookcase door opened to a room loaded with dozens of weapons in the home of the former chairman of the Weston Police Commission -- who made his first court appearance on gun charges Wednesday.
Investigators say a bookcase door opened to a room loaded with dozens of weapons in the home of the former chairman of the Weston Police Commission -- who made his first court appearance on gun charges Wednesday.
Police seek man suspected of robbing Greenwich businesses
Police seek man suspected of robbing Greenwich businesses
Police say a Chase Bank was robbed Tuesday morning in Greenwich.
Police say a Chase Bank was robbed Tuesday morning in Greenwich.
Police say a Chase Bank was robbed Tuesday morning in Greenwich.
New brutality trial to begin for Hartford police officers Christopher May, Matthew Cornell
New brutality trial to begin for Hartford police officers
The new trial of two Hartford police officers accused of using excessive force is set to begin Tuesday in Bridgeport's federal courthouse.
The new trial of two Hartford police officers accused of using excessive force is set to begin Tuesday in Bridgeport's federal courthouse.
Family urges Stamford man's killer to surrender to police
Family urges Stamford man's killer to surrender to police
Family urges Stamford man's killer to surrender to police
The brother of a Stamford man who was gunned down in Bridgeport Thursday is urging the killer to surrender to police.
The brother of a Stamford man who was gunned down in Bridgeport Thursday is urging the killer to surrender to police.
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Police search for man who assaulted woman, used her credit cards
Police search for man who assaulted woman, used her credit cards
The attack happened at 8 p.m. on Wednesday on Broadridge Avenue in Stratford. Police say the suspect slammed the woman to the ground and stole her purse.
The attack happened at 8 p.m. on Wednesday on Broadridge Avenue in Stratford. Police say the suspect slammed the woman to the ground and stole her purse.
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State police arrest man posing as NYPD detective
State police arrest man posing as NYPD detective
Police say Popeye Wittingham, 47, was pulled over in Westport with flashing lights on his vehicle and a badge to attempt to fool people into thinking he was a NYPD detective.
Police say Popeye Wittingham, 47, was pulled over in Westport with flashing lights on his vehicle and a badge to attempt to fool people into thinking he was a NYPD detective.
Police: Man arrested after trying to lure juvenile
Police: Man arrested after trying to lure juvenile
Angel Jimenez-Barzallo
A 13-year-old was walking home Tuesday night, when a strange man tried to lure her into his car, according to officials. While investigators say Angel Jimenez-Barzallo, 32, has since been arrested and charged, they say he told them he was only asking the girl for directions to the train station. News 12 is told the young girl was walking home on Chestnut Street in Norwalk when Jimenez-Barzallo allegedly offered her a ride home. Sergeant David Orr says that while he did not try...
A 13-year-old was walking home Tuesday night, when a strange man tried to lure her into his car, according to officials. While investigators say Angel Jimenez-Barzallo, 32, has since been arrested and charged, they say he told them he was only asking the girl for directions to the train station. News 12 is told the young girl was walking home on Chestnut Street in Norwalk when Jimenez-Barzallo allegedly offered her a ride home. Sergeant David Orr says that while he did not try...
Police: Man fatally shot outside Bridgeport restaurant
Police: Man fatally shot outside Bridgeport restaurant
One person has been pronounced dead after an early morning shooting in Bridgeport. Police say the shooting occurred around 12:30 a.m. Thursday. There is no word on how many people were involved or what led to the shooting. Stay with News 12 Connecticut for more information as this story develops.
One person has been pronounced dead after an early morning shooting in Bridgeport. Police say the shooting occurred around 12:30 a.m. Thursday. There is no word on how many people were involved or what led to the shooting. Stay with News 12 Connecticut for more information as this story develops.
2 men arrested in connection with Stamford home robbery
2 men arrested in connection with Stamford home robbery
Two men were arrested after burglarizing a home on Sutton Drive West on Wednesday afternoon, police say. A witness says they saw two men trying to break into the home and notified the police. Authorities say the men were gone when the officers arrived, but were tracked down based on a vehicle description. The owner says over $2,000 worth of items were stolen. Both men were charged with conspiracy and burglary. They will be arraigned on Friday at Stamford Superior Court. &nb...Two men were arrested after burglarizing a home on Sutton Drive West on Wednesday afternoon, police say. A witness says they saw two men trying to break into the home and notified the police. Authorities say the men were gone when the officers arrived, but were tracked down based on a vehicle description. The owner says over $2,000 worth of items were stolen. Both men were charged with conspiracy and burglary. They will be arraigned on Friday at Stamford Superior Court. &nb...Police: One person injured in Norwalk homeless shelter stabbing
Police: One person injured in Norwalk homeless shelter stabbing
Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Wednesday night at a homeless shelter in Norwalk. At least one person was injured in the stabbing at the Open Door Shelter on Merritt Street. Police say the suspect ran off after the incident. There is no word on the victim’s condition.
Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred Wednesday night at a homeless shelter in Norwalk. At least one person was injured in the stabbing at the Open Door Shelter on Merritt Street. Police say the suspect ran off after the incident. There is no word on the victim’s condition.
Mother, teenager stabbed in Bridgeport
Mother, teenager stabbed in Bridgeport
A mother and her 15-year-old teenager are recovering after being stabbed at an apartment complex on Wednesday. The stabbings occurred at the Barnum Housing Complex in Bridgeport. Both victims were stabbed by a female suspect and are being treated at Bridgeport Hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening.A mother and her 15-year-old teenager are recovering after being stabbed at an apartment complex on Wednesday. The stabbings occurred at the Barnum Housing Complex in Bridgeport. Both victims were stabbed by a female suspect and are being treated at Bridgeport Hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening.New York man accused of operating drug factory in Watertown
New York man accused of operating drug factory in Watertown
A New York man is facing several charges as he is accused of operating a drug factory in Watertown that almost caught fire earlier this month. Fire crews responded to a multifamily home on Main Street where they say they found 42-year-old Daniel Fung in the parking lot with burns on his face and hands. Police say Fung rented an apartment there and inside of it they discovered several items used to make cannabis oil. They say they also recovered 7.5 pounds of marijuana and packets o...A New York man is facing several charges as he is accused of operating a drug factory in Watertown that almost caught fire earlier this month. Fire crews responded to a multifamily home on Main Street where they say they found 42-year-old Daniel Fung in the parking lot with burns on his face and hands. Police say Fung rented an apartment there and inside of it they discovered several items used to make cannabis oil. They say they also recovered 7.5 pounds of marijuana and packets o...Stamford, Darien police arrest 3 in motel drug bust
Stamford, Darien police arrest 3 in motel drug bust
A drug raid at an East Side motel led to the arrests of three men Wednesday, police say.
A drug raid at an East Side motel led to the arrests of three men Wednesday, police say.
A drug raid at an East Side motel led to the arrests of three men Wednesday, police say.
Bridgeport man wanted in connection to murder arrested in FL
Bridgeport man wanted in connection to murder arrested in FL
A Bridgeport man wanted in connection to a murder has been brought back to the state after his arrest in Florida.
A Bridgeport man wanted in connection to a murder has been brought back to the state after his arrest in Florida.
A Bridgeport man wanted in connection to a murder has been brought back to the state after his arrest in Florida.
Litchfield man arrested in 2016 deadly Southbury crash
Litchfield man arrested in 2016 deadly Southbury crash
A Litchfield man will face a judge on Wednesday for his role in the deadly Southbury crash last year.
A Litchfield man will face a judge on Wednesday for his role in the deadly Southbury crash last year.
A Litchfield man will face a judge on Wednesday for his role in the deadly Southbury crash last year.
Bridgeport man saves toddler grandson from his own pit bull
Bridgeport man saves toddler grandson from his own pit bull
Animal control officers seized the dog Tuesday morning.
A Bridgeport grandfather yanked his own dog off his wife and grandson Monday after it attacked. Animal control officers seized the dog Tuesday morning.
A Bridgeport grandfather yanked his own dog off his wife and grandson Monday after it attacked. Animal control officers seized the dog Tuesday morning.
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Hartford man gets 15 years for fatally stabbing friend during fight over cellphone
Hartford man gets 15 years for fatally stabbing friend
Hartford man gets 15 years for fatally stabbing friend during fight over cellphone
A Hartford man who fatally stabbed his friend during a fight over a cellphone has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.
A Hartford man who fatally stabbed his friend during a fight over a cellphone has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.
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East Haven man arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting woman at house party in his home
East Haven man arrested, charged with sexual assault
East Haven man arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting woman at house party in his home
A man from East Haven has been arrested and charged with sexual assault in the first degree.
A man from East Haven has been arrested and charged with sexual assault in the first degree.
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Torrington man charged with shooting at bar after he was kicked out
Torrington man charged with shooting at bar
Torrington man charged with shooting at bar after he was kicked out
A man from Torrington has been charged with firing a shot at a bar after he was told never to come back.
A man from Torrington has been charged with firing a shot at a bar after he was told never to come back.
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Wilbur Cross H.S. teacher charged with sexual assault after alleged relationship with 15-year-old student
Wilbur Cross H.S. teacher charged with sexual assault
Wilbur Cross H.S. teacher charged with sexual assault after alleged relationship with 15-year-old student
A Wilbur Cross High School teacher has been charged with sexual assault after an alleged relationship with a student.
A Wilbur Cross High School teacher has been charged with sexual assault after an alleged relationship with a student.
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Settlement talks begin in Meriden police officer brutality lawsuit
Settlement talks begin in Meriden police officer brutality lawsuit
Settlement talks to begin in Meriden police officer brutality lawsuit
Settlement talks are scheduled to begin today in Hartford in a lawsuit against a former Meriden police officer.
Settlement talks are scheduled to begin today in Hartford in a lawsuit against a former Meriden police officer.
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Officials: Milford contractor accused of not finishing work facing charges for third time in three months
Officials: Milford contractor facing charges for third time in three months
Officials: Milford contractor facing charges for third time in three months
A contractor in Milford is accused of not finishing work he was paid to do in February, and is now facing charges for the third time in three months according to officials.
A contractor in Milford is accused of not finishing work he was paid to do in February, and is now facing charges for the third time in three months according to officials.
Facebook: Fatal shooting of elderly man in Cleveland uploaded, not broadcast live
Facebook: Fatal shooting of elderly man in Cleveland uploaded, not broadcast live
Facebook: Fatal shooting in Cleveland uploaded, not broadcast live
Facebook: Fatal shooting in Cleveland uploaded, not broadcast live
Facebook is saying the suspect accused of fatally shooting another man in Cleveland posted a video of the killing on its site, but did not broadcast it live.
Facebook is saying the suspect accused of fatally shooting another man in Cleveland posted a video of the killing on its site, but did not broadcast it live.
