Man Assaulted Girlfriend’s Ex-Boyfriend On Farmington Canal Trail: PD; Wanted Woman Arrested; Volunteers Needed: Hamden News

There was plenty of news across Hamden over the past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories. Contribute your own content to Patch by signing up for an account and clicking the “Post on Patch” button at the top right of the site.

Man Shot In Stomach After Argument: Hamden Police

The shooting occurred on Friday night, according to police.

Man Assaulted Girlfriend’s Ex-Boyfriend On Farmington Canal Trail: Hamden Police

The suspect is accused of repeatedly striking the victim’s head against a concrete wall during the assault, according to police.

Home Depot Shoplifter Found With Cocaine: Hamden Police

Police say the man stole $800 worth of pressure washers and attempted to steal a $430 item later in the day at Home Depot.

Wanted Woman Arrested After Traffic Stop In Hamden: Police

Police say the woman drove through a red light and was found to have an active arrest warrant.

Hamden Man Crashes Car In River, Arrested: Trumbull PD

He tried to deny being in the vehicle, police said.

Obituary: Laura E. Trotta, 66; Former Hamden Resident

Laura, a Hamden High graduate, taught science at Assumption School, Watertown High and Southington High School before retiring in 2012.

Other top stories:

• Traffic Tickets On The Rise In Hamden
• Free Energy Star LED Light Bulbs For Hamden Residents
• 'The Dead Zone' Book Discussion At Miller Memorial Library
• Volunteers Needed For Relay For Life Of Hamden-North Haven Event
• Recently Sold Homes In Hamden And Nearby