Crime & Safety

Man Stole Expensive Shotgun in New Canaan: PD

The shotgun was stolen during a burglary, police said.

NEW CANAAN, CT — A Pound Ridge, New York man was charged with stealing a shotgun from a local residence, according to police.

Police were called to Father Peter's Lane Nov. 5, 2016 on a report of a stolen shotgun valued at $7,650.

Matthew Blasco, 22, turned himself in on Feb. 25. He was charged with larceny and burglary in the third degree and was released after posting a $10,000 bond.

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