Crime & Safety

Fugitive Facing New Charge After Arrest In New London

Jovanny Spangler, 22, was arrested Friday on an outstanding warrant after police located him in New London.

NEW LONDON, CT — A man wanted by police is facing new charges following his arrest in New London, according to police.

Around 9:30 p.m. Friday, New London police officers were conducting an operation in the area of 27 Water St. when they arrested 22-year-old Jovanny Spangler, who was wanted on an active warrant for first-degree escape.

At the time of his arrest, police said Spangler was in possession of a .22 caliber revolver. He was taken into custody and charged with criminal possession of a firearm.

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Amtrak Police assisted during the incident.

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