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Jurors return for Day 3 of deliberations in Oscar Hernandez murder trial
Jurors return for Day 3 of deliberations in Oscar Hernandez murder trial
There's still no verdict in the case of a Bridgeport man accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend while the couple's 6-year-old daughter slept in the next room.
There's still no verdict in the case of a Bridgeport man accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend while the couple's 6-year-old daughter slept in the next room.
Bridgeport man accused of shooting Stratford woman's ex-boyfriend
Bridgeport man accused of shooting Stratford woman's ex-boyfriend
Davonte Whitehurst was arrested Saturday after police say he shot a man in the leg on Wiklund Avenue.
A Bridgeport man is accused of shooting a man in the leg in Stratford.
A Bridgeport man is accused of shooting a man in the leg in Stratford.
Jury deliberations to continue Monday in Hernandez murder trial
Jury deliberations to continue Monday in Hernandez murder trial
Jurors will continue deliberating Monday in the murder trial of Oscar Hernandez, a man accused of killing his girlfriend and nearly killing her friend.
Jurors will continue deliberating Monday in the murder trial of Oscar Hernandez, a man accused of killing his girlfriend and nearly killing her friend.
Jury ends first day of deliberations in Bridgeport murder trial
Jury ends first day of deliberations in Bridgeport murder trial
Jurors concluded their first day of deliberations in the trial of a Bridgeport man accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
Jurors concluded their first day of deliberations in the trial of a Bridgeport man accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
Oscar Hernandez takes the stand in Bridgeport murder trial
Oscar Hernandez takes the stand in Bridgeport murder trial
Oscar Hernandez is accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
Oscar Hernandez is accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
Oscar Hernandez is accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
Oscar Hernandez is accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
Medical examiner: More time needed to determine newborn's cause of death
Medical examiner: More time needed to determine newborn's cause of death
Stamford police continue to search for the person who dumped a newborn baby in the trash at the City Carting and Recycling center.
Stamford police continue to search for the person who dumped a newborn baby in the trash at the City Carting and Recycling center.
Prosecution rests in Oscar Hernandez murder trial
Prosecution rests in Oscar Hernandez murder trial
Oscar Hernandez is accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
Oscar Hernandez is accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
Oscar Hernandez is accused of killing his girlfriend and stabbing her friend in February 2017.
2nd arrest made in fatal shooting at Bridgeport barbershop
2nd arrest made in fatal shooting at Bridgeport barbershop
A second arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of a Connecticut barber.
A second arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of a Connecticut barber.
Man arrested after fleeing police following domestic dispute
Man arrested after fleeing police following domestic dispute
A man in Stratford was arrested after fleeing from officers investigating a domestic dispute.
A man in Stratford was arrested after fleeing from officers investigating a domestic dispute.
Police: Suspect wanted for series of robberies at money couriers
Police: Suspect wanted for series of robberies at money couriers
Norwalk police are investigating a series of robberies at various money couriers that cater to the Hispanic community.
Norwalk police are investigating a series of robberies at various money couriers that cater to the Hispanic community.
Police: Man wanted for robbing a bank in Shelton
Police: Man wanted for robbing a bank in Shelton
Police in Shelton are asking for the public's help in tracking down a man who they say robbed a bank on one of the city's busiest streets.
Police in Shelton are asking for the public's help in tracking down a man who they say robbed a bank on one of the city's busiest streets.
Pedestrian injured in Norwalk hit-and-run
Pedestrian injured in Norwalk hit-and-run
Norwalk police are seeking the public’s help in locating the driver in a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian with serious injuries.
Norwalk police are seeking the public’s help in locating the driver in a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian with serious injuries.
Police: Pedestrian seriously hurt in Norwalk hit-and-run
Police: Pedestrian seriously hurt in Norwalk hit-and-run
Norwalk police say a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run Sunday, and officials are now looking for the driver who left the scene.
Norwalk police say a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run Sunday, and officials are now looking for the driver who left the scene.
Man arrested for gun during traffic stop in Stamford
Man arrested for gun during traffic stop in Stamford
A traffic stop in Stamford turned into an arrest for a gun Saturday.
A traffic stop in Stamford turned into an arrest for a gun Saturday.
Police: Woman with knife threatened store clerk, took cash
Police: Woman with knife threatened store clerk, took cash
Police: Woman with knife threatened store clerk, took cash
Watertown police are looking for a robbery suspect who held up a store clerk at knifepoint.
Watertown police are looking for a robbery suspect who held up a store clerk at knifepoint.
Milford police believe 2 armed robberies in 4 days are related
Milford police believe 2 armed robberies in 4 days are related
Milford police are asking for the public's help in finding the suspect they believe is responsible for two armed robberies in four days.
Milford police are asking for the public's help in finding the suspect they believe is responsible for two armed robberies in four days.
Westport police find stolen mail in car after chase
Westport police find stolen mail in car after chase
Police arrested Daisha Haynes, 20 and Joyan Boyd, 27, after finding stolen mail inside the car they were in.
Police arrested Daisha Haynes, 20 and Joyan Boyd, 27, after finding stolen mail inside the car they were in.
Police arrested Daisha Haynes, 20 and Joyan Boyd, 27, after finding stolen mail inside the car they were in.
Police: Man robbed at ATM in Milford
Police: Man robbed at ATM in Milford
The incident happened around 6:40 p.m. at the People's Bank on Broad Street.
The incident happened around 6:40 p.m. at the People's Bank on Broad Street.
Police: 4 young adults, juvenile crashed stolen car into cruiser
Police: 4 young adults, juvenile crashed stolen car into cruiser
Police say four young adults and one juvenile are in custody after crashing a stolen car into a police cruiser in Fairfield.
Police say four young adults and one juvenile are in custody after crashing a stolen car into a police cruiser in Fairfield.
Man critical after Bridgeport shooting
Man critical after Bridgeport shooting
Police say a man remains in critical condition after a shooting Sunday morning.
Police say a man remains in critical condition after a shooting Sunday morning.
Police: Man shot multiple times in Bridgeport
Police: Man shot multiple times in Bridgeport
A man was hospitalized after being shot multiple times in Bridgeport Sunday morning.
A man was hospitalized after being shot multiple times in Bridgeport Sunday morning.
A man was hospitalized after being shot multiple times in Bridgeport Sunday morning.
Police find drugs and $110,000 in woman's parked car in Westport
Police find drugs and $110,000 in woman's parked car in Westport
A suspicious vehicle parked at a Westport hardware store led police to a huge stash of cash Saturday.
A suspicious vehicle parked at a Westport hardware store led police to a huge stash of cash Saturday.
Bridgeport man recovers after being caught in shooting crossfire
Bridgeport man recovers after being caught in shooting crossfire
A Bridgeport man recovering this morning after police say he was caught in the crossfire.
A Bridgeport man recovering this morning after police say he was caught in the crossfire.
Man lucky to be alive after bullets rip through his home
Man lucky to be alive after bullets rip through his home
A Bridgeport man says he is lucky to be alive after dozens of bullets ripped through his home during a gunfight next door.
A Bridgeport man says he is lucky to be alive after dozens of bullets ripped through his home during a gunfight next door.
Police: 2 cars stolen in Milford, suspects at large
Police: 2 cars stolen in Milford, suspects at large
Police are trying to track down men who they believe stole two cars and rummaged through several others early this morning in Milford.
Police are trying to track down men who they believe stole two cars and rummaged through several others early this morning in Milford.
String of car break-ins prompts warning from Milford PD
String of car break-ins prompts warning from Milford PD
Milford police have issued another reminder about leaving valuables in cars.
Milford police have issued another reminder about leaving valuables in cars.
Police arrest suspect in multiple robberies
Police arrest suspect in multiple robberies
Police say they arrested a man wanted in connection with multiple robberies.
Police say they arrested a man wanted in connection with multiple robberies.
Police: Bridgeport murder suspect arrested in Florida after year on the run
Police: Bridgeport murder suspect arrested in Florida after year on the run
Bridgeport police say a murder suspect who's been on the run for a year was arrested in Florida.
Bridgeport police say a murder suspect who's been on the run for a year was arrested in Florida.
Gov. Malloy: Crime continues to decrease across Connecticut
Gov. Malloy: Crime continues to decrease across Connecticut
Gov. Dannel Malloy says crime levels are at their lowest point since 1967 and are continuing to decrease across Connecticut.
Gov. Dannel Malloy says crime levels are at their lowest point since 1967 and are continuing to decrease across Connecticut.
Police: 8 Waterbury teens face charges involving stolen cars
Police: 8 Waterbury teens face charges involving stolen cars
Police say eight Waterbury teens are facing charges after two separate incidents involving stolen cars.
Police say eight Waterbury teens are facing charges after two separate incidents involving stolen cars.
Police continue probe into Stamford student's slaying
Police continue probe into Stamford student's slaying
Stamford police are continuing their investigation into the death of 16-year-old Marcus Hall, who they say was taken off life support this weekend after being shot Thursday night.
Stamford police are continuing their investigation into the death of 16-year-old Marcus Hall, who they say was taken off life support this weekend after being shot Thursday night.
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...
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...
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.
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.
