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Wrong Body Part Removed From Patient; Peyton Manning House Hunting in CT: Report; Hawk Attack: Nearby News

Father fatally shot by police after allegedly attacking his family acted "possessed": report/ honorary 8-year-old cop makes an "arrest."

There was plenty of news across Connecticut this past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories.

A new report reveals details of the morning that Andrews was fatally shot by a Fairfield police officer after allegedly attacking his family.>>>Read More.

A lawsuit alleges doctors lied to their patient about the mistake and tried to cover it up.>>>Read More.

NFL great Peyton Manning has been spotted house hunting in town as he prepares to begin his post-playing career, possibly with ESPN.>>>Read More.

The lawsuit, which claims Maren's death could have been prevented, was filed against the city of Milford, school board, and Plaskon family.>>>Read More.

The 90-pound dog grabbed the two smaller dogs in its mouth and thrashed them around. Vet bills are estimated in excess of $7,000.>>>Read More.

Madeline Guarraia, Badge #8, was out and about fighting crime.>>>Read More and to see the photos.

Police said due to the teens' physical reaction, they believe the brownies were possibly laced with synthetic marijuana.>>>Read More.

Police are investigating after a UPS driver was allegedly punched in the face by a juvenile.>>>Read More.

The men had been shopping when they saw the victim clutch his chest and fall to the ground.>>>Read More.

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Photos: Waterford PD, Mad About Madeline

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