Officers Arrested; Business Fined $10K In Coronavirus Crackdown

There was plenty of news across Connecticut during the month of January. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories.

2 Police Officers Were Drinking Before Arrest, New Details Released: Warrant

The two veteran officers were found by supervisors in a hotel room "not in a condition to respond to calls," according to authorities.>>>Read More.

Accused Of Attempted Murder, Who Is Connecticut Teen Ellis Tibere?

A chorus of friends, classmates, educators, clergy and his parents share a similar refrain: The imprisoned teen "is sick and needs help.">>>Read More.

With Body In Car Trunk, He Bought A Shovel To Dig Grave: Warrant

Police say he killed his girlfriend, locked her body in a room then car trunk, went to Home Depot, then buried her.>>>Read More.

CT Fines Its First Business $10K In Coronavirus Crackdown

Gov. Ned Lamont announced a business has been fined $10,000 for violating the state's COVID-19 rules.>>>Read More.

Connecticut Man Charged With Assaulting Officer In D.C. Riot

Authorities said a CT man's actions were "violent, barbaric, and completely out of control" in the assault of an officer, who was seen on video "loudly crying out in pain," during the incident.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Racist Social Media Posts Attributed To Police Chief's Daughter
• Beloved, 'Devoted' Veterinarian Dies Of COVID-19
• Trump Pardons Include CT Resident
• Tommy Hilfiger's Connecticut Estate Sold: Report
• Couple, Dog Injured In Connecticut Bobcat Attack
• This Small Connecticut Town Lands On NY Times List Of Places To Love In 2021
• Sandy Hook Victim's Father Details Harassment In 60 Minutes Story

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