New Canaan Police Warn Residents Of Text Message Scam

Police are warning residents about a text message scam after a resident recently fell victim to it.

Attic Fire Breaks Out At New Canaan Home, Quick Response Limits Damage: FD

Firefighters were dispatched to a New Canaan home on the evening of Aug. 7.

'Heavy Flooding' Reported On New Canaan Road, Police Urge Drivers To Avoid Area: PD

Police said a road in town "is experiencing heavy flooding" as inclement weather moves through New Canaan.

Gold Coin Scams Reported In New Canaan: Police

Residents are asked to report these incidents to the New Canaan Police Department promptly.

New Canaan Police Warn Residents To Beware Of Check Thefts

Police said checks are often stolen from mailboxes and USPS drop boxes around this time of year due to tax bills being mailed out.

New Canaan Provides Generator Safety Tips For Residents

The town has provided a list of safety tips for residents regarding portable and stationary generator use and installation.

Pool To Reopen In New Canaan After Car Drove Into It Last Week: Town

A pool in New Canaan is scheduled to reopen after a vehicle drove into it last week, according to the town.

Spontaneous Combustion Leads To Dumpster Fire In New Canaan: Fire Marshal

The New Canaan Fire Marshal's Office said a dumpster fire in town was caused by spontaneous combustion.

Car Drives Into Town Pool In New Canaan, Driver Rescued By Lifeguards, Officers: Police

Police said multiple lifeguards and officers entered the pool to help the driver out of the vehicle.

Police Remind New Canaan Residents To Lock Their Vehicle Doors

Police said they are continuing to investigate vehicle break-ins and stolen vehicles reported in New Canaan.

Attorney Admits Stealing Over $500K From Trust Tied To New Canaan: Officials

The man is released on a $200,000 bond pending sentencing, which is scheduled for Aug. 13, according to officials.

'Her Spirit Shines On Through Her Five Beloved Children': Family Remembers Jennifer Farber Dulos

Sunday marked seven years since Jennifer Farber Dulos, 50, vanished from her New Canaan home. Her family remembers her with love.

Michelle Troconis' Bid To Have Conviction Overturned In Jennifer Dulos Case Denied By Judge

Troconis had filed a habeas corpus petition to have her conviction thrown out on the ground of "ineffective assistance of counsel."

New Canaan Police Warn Residents Of Recent Text Message Scam

Police warn New Canaan residents to be on the lookout for a recent text message scam reported in town.

New Canaan Fire Marshal's Office Offers Carbon Monoxide Safety Information For Residents

In light of "multiple carbon monoxide incidents" reported in New Canaan, the fire marshal's office has provided some safety information.

Carbon Monoxide Incidents Reported At New Canaan Restaurant, Home: FD

Two carbon monoxide incidents were recently reported at a restaurant and home in New Canaan, according to fire officials.

Police 'Actively Investigating' TikTok Posts Directed At New Canaan High School: PD

Police said New Canaan detectives are "working diligently to identify the individual or individuals responsible for the posts."

Strip Search Of Michelle Troconis At Prison Facility Was Unauthorized: Report

No reasonable suspicion was documented before a May 2025 search of Troconis, who was convicted in the Jennifer Farber Dulos case.

Woman Killed, Driver Injured In Fiery Crash On Route 15 In New Canaan: State Police

State police said the car became engulfed in fire after hitting a tree near the right shoulder of the highway.

New Canaan Fire Marshal's Office Offers Tips For Installing Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Detectors

The fire marshal's office reminds residents of the importance of having enough working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in their homes.

Various Scam Calls Reported In New Canaan: Police

Police said the scam calls often involve people claiming to be a federal agent, government official or law enforcement officer.

Man Killed In Rollover Crash On Route 15 In New Canaan: State Police

State police said the vehicle rolled over onto its roof near a Route 15 rest area in New Canaan.

New Canaan Police Chief Offers Tips To Help Residents Avoid Email Scams

Police said New Canaan has seen a recent increase in email phishing scams targeting the community, often impersonating town departments.

Fire Breaks Out In Attic Of Home Under Construction In New Canaan: FD

Fire officials said the blaze broke out in an area of the attic of a home under construction in New Canaan.

Police Warn New Canaan Residents Of Town P&Z E-Mail Scam: PD

Police said some New Canaan residents have recently received scam e-mails from someone posing as a town P&Z employee.

Man Accused Of Stealing Over $1M Worth Of Property In Residential Burglaries, Police Say

Police say they were able to link the man to a series of residential burglaries in New Canaan and Greenwich.

Residential Burglaries Reported At Homes Recently For Sale In New Canaan: Police

Police said two residential burglaries were recently reported in town in which forced entry was made through a broken glass door or window.

Police Training Exercise Underway In New Canaan: PD

The department said it is running a training exercise requiring heavy police presence and a drone and emphasized there is no emergency.

New Canaan Police Offer Stolen Vehicle Prevention Tips

The New Canaan Police Department is asking for the community to help prevent vehicle thefts in town.

2 Vehicles Stolen From Businesses In New Canaan: Police

Police said two vehicles were reported stolen from two separate businesses in New Canaan within two days.

Santa Claus Statue Stolen From Outside New Canaan Diner: Police

Police said the statue of Santa Claus holding a teddy bear and a Christmas list was on display in front of the diner prior to being stolen.

Over 25 Burglaries Reported In New Canaan In 2025, Including 2 This Week: Police

Police also provided a list of prevention tips to help New Canaan residents protect themselves from burglaries.

Fire Breaks Out In Attic Of New Canaan Home: FD

Fire officials said crews removed sheet rock and cut holes in the roof to completely extinguish the blaze.

New Canaan Police Offer Tips For Avoiding Scams, Fraud

The New Canaan Police Department has offered an overview of common scams and fraud activities for residents to be aware of.

Michelle Troconis' Attorneys File Appeal Of Conviction In Jennifer Dulos Case: Report

Troconis was convicted in the case in March 2024, nearly five years after Jennifer Dulos' disappearance.

Teen Ejected From Moped, Seriously Injured In Crash On Route 15 In New Canaan: State Police

State police said a 16-year-old has life-threatening injuries after being ejected from a moped in a crash on Route 15 in New Canaan.

Fire Breaks Out Between Roof, Ceiling Of New Canaan Home: FD

Officials said crews used water from a neighbor's pool to extinguish the fire, which was hard to access due to a 20-foot ceiling height.

Cause Of New Canaan Woman's Death Released By Office Of Chief Medical Examiner

The cause and manner of a woman's death were released in a case involving a man police said is accused of killing his mother in New Canaan.

Man Charged With Murder After Telling Police He Killed His Mother: New Canaan PD

A 20-year-old man was charged with murder after telling New Canaan police dispatch he killed his mother, according to police.

Man Charged With Assault After Ding Dong Ditch Incident In New Canaan: Police

Police said a New Canaan man is accused of grabbing and throwing a juvenile to the ground after they rang his doorbell and ran away.