In the last week: many medical emergencies, alarms, a close-call fire, and working car fire while in in extreme heat with 80 lbs of gear.
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Family posted a 'missing teen' on local social media page and used an Amber Alert hashtag, which led to confusion about police involvement.
On May 1, 2025, Anthony Andrew Esposito, Jr. killed his son, 12, and attempted to kill his teenage daughter. He pleaded guilty in April.
Stay safe, avoid flooded roads, and help protect 1st responders from unnecessary rescue situations: Branford Office of Emergency Management.
In October 2025, a search of Terrance Davis’ hotel room revealed large quantities of cocaine and fentanyl and nearly $14K in cash: Justice
Federal prosecutors allege the suspects stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from cash machines in Branford and around the state.
According to the fire department, there were seven people aboard the sinking craft, but nearby boaters "assisted the occupants to safety."
Branford police, fire departments, South-Central Connecticut Traffic Unit, responded to "serious" crash at 6 p.m. near 624 West Main St.: PD
"Accidental in nature, the fire originated in the microwave oven after combustible materials stored inside ignited."—Branford Fire Dept.
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations. not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
No rest for the bravest: Branford firefighters handled 10 emergency calls overnight Monday, the Main Street business fire among them.
One asks for a traffic fine to be paid; another is a specific ruse targeting folks dealing with town planning dept., also asking for money.
Following an investigation by the Branford Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire was found to be accidental, and due to "electrical failure:" BFD
An arsenal: 39 firearms; 3 assault weapons, 28 long guns, 8 handguns, sawed-off shotgun, 100s rounds ammo, body armor, plus drugs: PD
Fire officials said three people trapped in an elevator, including one with a medical condition, were rescued by Branford firefighters.
Police shared new details concerning the arrest.
In joint letter to families, schools supt., police chief said they learned "a similar report and arrest have happened in another district."
Dominick Pearson, 35, who faces myriad charges including gun possession and burglary, also had a number of active warrants: Branford police.
An extensive investigation found that the man was in possession of a “substantial” amount of child sexual abuse material, police said.
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent, unless proven guilty.