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CTPOLICELIVE reports a midday shooting response and hospital transport. Its account describes a road closure, but current closure and victim condition remain independently unverified.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Police & Fire
A Troop C release describes Tuesday's stop near Bonemill Road, two charges and an October 27 arraignment.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOSomers / Police & Fire
The September 24 capital-planning vote followed reported radio failures; it did not authorize an immediate purchase.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
The reports attribute the search to Putnam Police; any later arrests or case outcome remain unverified.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOMontville / Police & Fire
Reports place the fire near the admissions office. The cause was still under investigation in the October 2 coverage.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOThompson / Police & Fire
The October 10 Hill Road crash involved a utility pole; police said the road reopened Sunday morning.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOCanterbury / Police & Fire
The company’s monthly table lists 51 EMS calls, 16 fire calls and three motor-vehicle accidents.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOGriswold / Police & Fire
Brief: The station reports crews responding near Voluntown Road. Road closures and the incident’s outcome have not been independently confirmed.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOGroton / Police & Fire
Brief: The station’s Wednesday appeal directs information to Town of Groton police. Current official alert status has not been independently obtained.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOSalem / Police & Fire
The outlet reports two charges after an October 10 incident at Witch Meadow Lake Campground. Eastern CT News has not independently obtained the police or court record.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
The dog was found safe inside the Chester Street shelter grounds; investigators are asking the public to help identify the person recorded early Monday.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOStonington / Police & Fire
A driver was hospitalized after a vehicle hit a tree and house; the reviewed reports give no later condition or building-assessment outcome.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOGroton / Police & Fire
The department’s October 13 appeal asks people with information to reference case 26-25572 and use its anonymous-tip form.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWillington / Police & Fire
Several others were taken to hospitals after the October 9 fire; its cause remains under investigation.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOThompson / Police & Fire
The department’s October 13 update lists rescue and equipment training and says the six students have about four weeks remaining.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOGroton / Police & Fire
Residents can bring unwanted medications to the Meridian Street police station from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
WINY reports truck tours, children’s activities and an extrication demonstration at the Church Street station.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
Reports citing Putnam police describe a School Street crash, a possible Nissan and an appeal for witnesses. The vehicle identification remains tentative.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOColchester / Police & Fire
A September 21 prosecutor’s notice increased the reward for information leading to arrest and conviction in the 2024 Route 2 case.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOTolland / Police & Fire
October reports cite state police allegations; court appearance scheduled for October 14.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOStafford / Police & Fire
Patch’s October 9 account cites a state police report about an October 3 encounter near Town Hall.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOVernon / Police & Fire
South Windsor police reported an October 7 arrest; guilt has not been established.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONorwich / Police & Fire
East Great Plain volunteers plan to distribute 100 donated alarms October 17, while supplies last.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
An October 7 report attributes the stop and charges to state police; an October 20 court date was scheduled.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOMansfield / Police & Fire
State police published a case page and redacted documents; October 8 reporting describes warrants and a bomb-squad response.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOLedyard / Police & Fire
Police reporting describes an October 8 investigation in the Highlands neighborhood and GPS-assisted recovery.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOEllington / Police & Fire
The town identifies the veteran state trooper as its new resident sergeant.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOHampton / Police & Fire
State police say troopers responding to a live-camera report found three people along the Air Line Trail on October 5.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPreston / Police & Fire
A September 24 town notice urges residents to lock vehicles, remove valuables and bring key fobs inside.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOSalem / Police & Fire
WFSB reported no injuries after a collision involving a utility pole; a current closure is not confirmed.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOVernon / Police & Fire
The town reported 362 validated violations during its first month; camera enforcement now carries a civil penalty.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOBozrah / Police & Fire
The free service lets residents share access, utility and household needs with responders before an emergency.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOFranklin / Police & Fire
State police responded to a Route 32 bank ATM October 9, Hearst reports.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Police & Fire
Published reports describe a three-vehicle collision involving drivers from Sprague, Griswold and Willimantic.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONew London / Police & Fire
Police found an adult man with apparent gunshot wounds near Chappell Street and Griswold Court late October 8. No arrest, motive or current medical condition has been verified.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOWindham / Police & Fire
A pickup struck two riders from behind on Boston Post Road and continued toward Willimantic, according to reports citing Connecticut State Police.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTONorwich / Police & Fire
Crews stabilized the vehicle, removed a door and used a ladder to bring the driver out. Published accounts describe a multi-department response on October 10.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOGroton / Police & Fire
The town released an 87-page review clearing police of the investigated allegations. The report also identifies a statement-taking concern, while Reyes disputes its objectivity.
Police & FireGENERIC FILE PHOTOPutnam / Police & Fire
State police describe a laser speed reading of approximately 147 mph, a stop in Danielson and a reckless-driving charge. The case is scheduled for arraignment October 21.