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• Why a Windsor Locks chase ended with charges in Hartford court

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Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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📰 News we're reading

• Man allegedly in possession of crack cocaine arrested after police pursuit in Enfield (wtnh.com) — A Windsor Locks man was arrested after allegedly leading Enfield police on a chase along Hazard Avenue that ended near Enfield Commons Mall, where officers say they found crack cocaine and other substances. He now faces multiple drug and motor vehicle charges and has already appeared in Hartford Superior Court on a $100,000 bond, underscoring active regional enforcement around Hartford.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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