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1. Two 18-Year-Old New Haven Men, 20-Year-Old From East Haven, Face Myriad Felony Firearm Charges: NHPD (patch.com) — New Haven police say three young men, including two from New Haven, were arrested in Newhallville after allegedly fleeing officers and being found with ghost guns and high-capacity magazines. Authorities report one weapon had a switch enabling automatic fire, and all three suspects are held on $250,000 bonds at New Haven Correctional Center as the chief highlights ongoing safety efforts.
2. New Haven officials say schools are safe as alders seek inspections (nbcconnecticut.com) — On the eve of New Haven's school reopening, city alders are demanding inspections of every school after finding mold, rodents, and water damage in several buildings. City leaders insist all schools are safe, while teachers, parents, and students stress that clean, healthy facilities are essential for learning.
3. New Haven sees surge in deadly violence with nine homicides in under four months (fox61.com) — New Haven has seen nine homicides in less than four months after going nearly seven months without one, leaving many residents newly worried about safety. Police say overall gun violence is still lower than in past years and are leaning on tools like ShotSpotter and cameras, while urging neighbors to share tips. Locals are calling for deeper violence-intervention work to address long‑simmering conflicts.
4. Judge sentences shooter who killed man, injured New Haven police captain to 65 years in prison (nbcconnecticut.com) — A man convicted of killing Troy Clark and shooting then–New Haven Police Captain Anthony Duff has been sentenced to 65 years in prison, with at least 25 years to serve. New Haven police leaders and Clark's family attended the hearing, calling the lengthy sentence an important step for community safety and accountability.
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