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Getaway driver in 2014 slaying gets 7 years
Getaway driver in 2014 slaying gets 7 years
Bridgeport man sentenced for role in 2014 murder
A Bridgeport man will serve seven years in prison for his role in the 2014 slaying of a father of four outside a city restaurant.
A Bridgeport man will serve seven years in prison for his role in the 2014 slaying of a father of four outside a city restaurant.
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Bridgeport PD: 4 arrested in Craigslist robbery scheme
Bridgeport PD: 4 arrested in Craigslist robbery scheme
Bridgeport police arrest 4 in connection with armed robberies
Bridgeport police arrested four people in connection with an internet-based scam that led to real-world armed robberies, authorities say.
Bridgeport police arrested four people in connection with an internet-based scam that led to real-world armed robberies, authorities say.
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Doctor accused of operating “pill mill” detained in Canada
Doctor accused of operating “pill mill” detained in Canada
Doctor accused of operating “pill mill” detained in Canada
One of two Norwalk doctors accused of operating a "pill mill," in addition to health care fraud and money laundering, has been detained in Canada.
One of two Norwalk doctors accused of operating a "pill mill," in addition to health care fraud and money laundering, has been detained in Canada.
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Man accused of recording female in “Forever 21” dressing room
Man accused of recording female in “Forever 21” dressing room
Man accused of recording female in “Forever 21” dressing room
A man from Stamford has been arrested and is facing charges of voyeurism.
A man from Stamford has been arrested and is facing charges of voyeurism.
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Man arrested carrying handgun, almost 60 bags of cocaine
Man arrested carrying handgun, almost 60 bags of cocaine
Man arrested carrying handgun, almost 60 bags of cocaine
A man from Norwalk has been arrested on several gun and drug charges.
A man from Norwalk has been arrested on several gun and drug charges.
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Police make 2nd arrest in murder of Andre Pettway
Police make 2nd arrest in murder of Andre Pettway
Police: More arrests could come in murder of Andrew Pettway
Police in Stratford say more arrests may be coming in the murder of 27-year-old Andre Pettway, of Bridgeport.
Police in Stratford say more arrests may be coming in the murder of 27-year-old Andre Pettway, of Bridgeport.
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Teen sentenced to 20 years in fatal stabbing over spilled coffee
Teen sentenced to 20 years in fatal stabbing over spilled coffee
Teen sentenced to 20 years in fatal stabbing over spilled coffee
A teenager who pleaded guilty to stabbing and killing a Stamford man over a spilled cup of coffee has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.
A teenager who pleaded guilty to stabbing and killing a Stamford man over a spilled cup of coffee has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.
Greenwich police search for multiple suspects in car thefts
Greenwich police search for multiple suspects in car thefts
Police say they are searching for multiple suspects who allegedly stole several cars over the weekend.
Police say they are searching for multiple suspects who allegedly stole several cars over the weekend.
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Wilton man charged with burglary in Beacon Falls
Wilton man charged with burglary in Beacon Falls
Wilton man charged with burglary in Beacon Falls
A man from Wilton has been arrested following a burglary in Beacon Falls.
A man from Wilton has been arrested following a burglary in Beacon Falls.
Police probe 2 separate shootings in Stamford
Police probe 2 separate shootings in Stamford
Stamford police are investigating two separate shootings that took place Saturday.
Stamford police are investigating two separate shootings that took place Saturday.
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Man arrested after 8 kilograms of narcotics found in truck
Man arrested after 8 kilograms of narcotics found in truck
Man arrested after 8 kilograms of narcotics found in truck
Police in Branford turn a traffic stop into a drug bust.
Police in Branford turn a traffic stop into a drug bust.
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Bridgeport police make arrest in connection with May murder
Bridgeport police make arrest in connection with May murder
Bridgeport police make arrest in connection with May murder
Police in Bridgeport have arrested a man in connection with a murder back in May.
Police in Bridgeport have arrested a man in connection with a murder back in May.
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New Haven pastor gets prison time for sexually assaulting a minor
New Haven pastor gets prison time for sexually assaulting a minor
New Haven pastor gets prison time for sexually assaulting a minor
A pastor from New Haven has been sentenced to up to three years in prison after sexually assaulting a minor.
A pastor from New Haven has been sentenced to up to three years in prison after sexually assaulting a minor.
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Orange police look for suspects following bank robbery
Orange police look for suspects following bank robbery
Orange police look for suspects following bank robbery
Police in Orange are investigating a bank robbery.
Police in Orange are investigating a bank robbery.
Flames damage McMahon H.S. football field
Flames damage McMahon H.S. football field
A weekend fire at Brien McMahon High School in Norwalk caused thousands of dollars of damage to the football field, officials say.
A weekend fire at Brien McMahon High School in Norwalk caused thousands of dollars of damage to the football field, officials say.
A weekend fire at Brien McMahon High School in Norwalk caused thousands of dollars of damage to the football field, officials say.
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Stratford police: Man stabbed ex-girlfriend multiple times
Stratford police: Man stabbed ex-girlfriend multiple times
Stratford police say a New York City man stabbed his ex-girlfriend multiple times.
Stratford police say a New York City man stabbed his ex-girlfriend multiple times.
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Man arrested after alleged stabbing in Greenwich
Man arrested after alleged stabbing in Greenwich
Man arrested after alleged stabbing in Greenwich
Police in Greenwich are charging two men after a large fight sent one man to the hospital.
Police in Greenwich are charging two men after a large fight sent one man to the hospital.
Police: 1 seriously injured in Norwalk shooting
Police: 1 seriously injured in Norwalk shooting
Norwalk police arrived at the scene after reports that someone was shot in the street.
A man was shot Sunday morning in Norwalk, according to police.
A man was shot Sunday morning in Norwalk, according to police.
Police: Man crashed into 6 vehicles, attacked man
Police: Man crashed into 6 vehicles, attacked man
A man was arrested after crashing into six vehicles and allegedly attacking a man Friday afternoon, police say.
A man was arrested after crashing into six vehicles and allegedly attacking a man Friday afternoon, police say.
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Jury selection underway in third trial of 2013 murder
Jury selection underway in third trial of 2013 murder
Jury selection underway in third trial of 2013 murder
Jury selection is underway in the retrial of a Bridgeport man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend.
Jury selection is underway in the retrial of a Bridgeport man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend.
Bridgeport mayor unveils plan to combat violent crime
Bridgeport mayor unveils plan to combat violent crime
Bridgeport mayor unveils plan to combat violent crime
Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim and other officials unveiled a plan Thursday to combat rising violent crime in the city.
Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim and other officials unveiled a plan Thursday to combat rising violent crime in the city.
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Arrest made in armed robbery at Shelton gas station
Arrest made in armed robbery at Shelton gas station
Arrest made in armed robbery at Shelton gas station
Police in Shelton have made an arrest after an armed robbery at a gas station.
Police in Shelton have made an arrest after an armed robbery at a gas station.
Bullet flies into Bridgeport home, hits sleeping teen
Bullet flies into Bridgeport home, hits sleeping teen
Bullet flies into Bridgeport home, hits sleeping teen
A bullet tore through a home in Bridgeport's North End and grazed a sleeping young woman's head early Wednesday morning, police say.
A bullet tore through a home in Bridgeport's North End and grazed a sleeping young woman's head early Wednesday morning, police say.
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Police: Man arrested after robbing, stabbing woman in Stamford
Police: Man arrested after robbing, stabbing woman in Stamford
Police: Man arrested after robbing, stabbing woman in Stamford
Police in Stamford have arrested a man for allegedly robbing and stabbing a woman multiple times in the chest.
Police in Stamford have arrested a man for allegedly robbing and stabbing a woman multiple times in the chest.
2 dead in apparent murder-suicide in Bridgeport
2 dead in apparent murder-suicide in Bridgeport
The state medical examiner has been called in to determine the cause of death for two people who were found inside an apartment in a Bridgeport housing complex.
The state medical examiner has been called in to determine the cause of death for two people who were found inside an apartment in a Bridgeport housing complex.
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Westport police need help finding suspected bank robber
Westport police need help finding suspected bank robber
Westport police need help finding suspected bank robber
Police in Westport are asking for the public's help looking for the suspect they say robbed a bank.
Police in Westport are asking for the public's help looking for the suspect they say robbed a bank.
Family of cold case murder victim sets up headstone fund, reward
Family of cold case murder victim sets up headstone fund, reward
A Bridgeport family whose loved one was found dead eight years ago this week is asking for the public's help Friday in solving his murder.
A Bridgeport family whose loved one was found dead eight years ago this week is asking for the public's help Friday in solving his murder.
A Bridgeport family whose loved one was found dead eight years ago this week is asking for the public's help Friday in solving his murder.
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Girlfriend of man accused of killing parents appears in court
Girlfriend of man accused of killing parents appears in court
Girlfriend of man accused of killing parents appears in court
The girlfriend of an Easton man accused of killing his parents appeared in Bridgeport Superior Court Friday morning.
The girlfriend of an Easton man accused of killing his parents appeared in Bridgeport Superior Court Friday morning.
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Norwalk police offer reward for information in 2006 homicide
Norwalk police offer reward for information in 2006 homicide
Norwalk police offer reward for information in 2006 homicide
Police in Norwalk are offering a reward for any information leading to the arrest of a suspect in a 2006 homicide.
Police in Norwalk are offering a reward for any information leading to the arrest of a suspect in a 2006 homicide.
Driver shot in head in Bridgeport's Lower East End
Driver shot in head in Bridgeport's Lower East End
Bridgeport police say they are looking for at least one gunman after a man was found shot in the head early Saturday morning.
Bridgeport police say they are looking for at least one gunman after a man was found shot in the head early Saturday morning.
Ex-postal carrier gets probation for sexual assault
Ex-postal carrier gets probation for sexual assault
A former Connecticut mail carrier has received probation for sexually assaulting a woman he used to work with.
A former Connecticut mail carrier has received probation for sexually assaulting a woman he used to work with.
Police: Man charged with stalking ex-girlfriend, family in Milford
Police: Man charged with stalking ex-girlfriend, family in Milford
A Trumbull man was arrested and charged for stalking his ex-girlfriend and her family in Milford.
A Trumbull man was arrested and charged for stalking his ex-girlfriend and her family in Milford.
Video shows woman pickpocket 70-year-old in bank
Video shows woman pickpocket 70-year-old in bank
Bridgeport police are asking for the public's help identifying a woman who stole money from a senior citizen at a bank last month.
Bridgeport police are asking for the public's help identifying a woman who stole money from a senior citizen at a bank last month.
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CT bus driver accused of sexually abusing intellectually disabled girl
CT bus driver accused of sexually abusing intellectually disabled girl
CT bus driver accused of sexually abusing intellectually disabled girl
A driver for a company specializing in transporting people with disabilities is charged with sexually abusing one of his most vulnerable clients.
A driver for a company specializing in transporting people with disabilities is charged with sexually abusing one of his most vulnerable clients.
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Arrest made for illegal prostitution at Branford massage parlors
Arrest made for illegal prostitution at Branford massage parlors
Arrest made for illegal prostitution at Branford massage parlors
An arrest has been made in a statewide prostitution sting. Chunhua Wang, of New York, was arrested at Branford Massage on West Main Street.
An arrest has been made in a statewide prostitution sting. Chunhua Wang, of New York, was arrested at Branford Massage on West Main Street.
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.
