State Trooper Punched Man For Making Fun Of Him: PD; Cop Helps Save Kids, Pets From Fire; Bear Busts Into Home: CT News

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

• State Trooper Punches Man In Face For Making Fun Of Him: Police

A state trooper charged with punching a man in the face allegedly told police he did it because the victim made fun of him.>>>Read More.

• Former Restaurant Employee Caused $1K In Damage During Break-In: Police

The former employee is accused of throwing rocks through a glass door to break into the restaurant.>>>Read More.

• Black Bear Busts Into Home: Report

The elusive bear left a trail of pawprints in its wake.>>>Read More.

• Owner Of 2 Acclaimed Restaurants Planning New Business

The owner of two critically-acclaimed restaurants is planning to open a new restaurant and butcher shop.>>>Read More.

• Pair Found With Drugs In Police Parking Lot: Police

Two people were arrested following “suspicious activity” at 4 a.m. at police headquarters, which led to a chase with a stolen vehicle.>>>Read More.

• Man Broke Into Home and Fought Residents, Police Say: Report

Police say the man was known the victims.>>>Read More.

• Police Officer Helps Save Children, Pets From Burning Home: Report

When others were evacuating the home and a nearby church, the officer and three other men ran towards the danger.>>>Read More.

Other top stories:

• Man Charged With Selling Carfentanil
• Wanted Man Surrenders After Armed Standoff With Police
• Decision Reached On Connecticut's Drought Advisory
• Illegal Fireworks Caused Fire: FD
• Bouncer Assaulted: PD
• Police Say They Capture Man Who Assaulted Police Officer: UPDATE
• Truck Catches Fire

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