DUI New Milford Driver Almost Hits 1 Naugatuck Police Officer, Then Hits Police Cruiser: Police

Naugatuck police say the accused, who was charged on an arrest warrant, almost hit a police officer who was directing traffic.

66-Year-Old New Milford Woman Dies After Drowning: Report

The New Milford woman was alone in the pool when she drowned, according to a report.

New Milford Police Say Goodbye to K9 Officer 'Bruno'

Bruno, who helped nab a bank robber and help a suicidal teen in Brookfield, also helped in Danbury, Bethel, Newtown, Monroe and nearby towns

Dallas Shooting: New Milford, Area Officials React to Murders, Community Shows Support

The community is showing an outpouring of support for officers killed in Dallas as well as those in local towns nationwide.

Sherman Woman, Brookfield Man, 3 Others Arrested After Unwanted Guest Crashes Party: Police

Danbury police said the Brookfield man hit a man with a baseball bat after a fight broke out after a party.

Local Man Arrested After Trying to Kick Out New Milford Police Car Window: Report

New Milford police said a Danbury man became combative with officers during their investigation of a fight in progress

OMG PD: Machete Wielding Woman; Starbucks Stalker; 4 Naked Elderly Men Engage in Sex Acts at Park

Take a look at some of the most unusual police reports from around New Milford and Fairfield County on Patch.

4 Elderly Men Arrested for Engaging in Sexual Activity in Public in Local Park: Police

Danbury police arrested a New Milford man and three men from New York after receiving complaints of public indecency from area residents.

80-Year-Old New Milford Man Missing: Police

The man may be riding a Suzuki motorcycle with Arizona plates.

Postal Worker from New Milford Involved in an Accident in Southbury: Report

The accident occurred Monday afternoon.

Popular Area Magician Identified as New Milford Cop Shooter: Report

An area magician who has performed in the greater Danbury area for more than two decades has been identified as the shooter.

New Milford Police Officer Shot, Suspect Arrested and Held on $500,000 Bond

The New Milford man refused to comply with officers' orders to drop his weapon and fired, striking a New Milford police officer.

2nd Homeless Person Found Dead in Less Than a Week: Report

A New Milford woman was found dead in Danbury last Thursday and a homeless man was found dead in Danbury on Monday.

Musician, Daughter of Beloved Children's Author Mercer Mayer of the 'Little Critter' Book Series, Dies in Head-On Crash

A 36-year-old Bridgewater woman, Jessie Mayer, was killed Saturday after her car was hit by a 23-year-old New Milford man's Dodge Durango.

Attorney of Sandy Hook Families Suing Gun Manufacturer: 'It is Time for Gun Manufacturers to be Held Responsible'

The lawyer representing some Sandy Hook families in their lawsuit against the gun manufacturer released a statement on the Orlando tragedy.

2 Children Escape Uninjured From New Milford House Fire: Report

The New Milford home was declared a total loss on Friday afternoon.

7 Cars in Cargo Train Derail After Hitting Broken Track: Report

A Housatonic Railroad cargo train derailed in New Milford early Saturday morning.

New Milford Police to Participate in Special Olympics Torch Run

The 30th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut happens June 8 through June 10 in communities across the state.

Drunk Man Caught in Car with Machete: Report

A New Milford man was pulled over after police observed him driving erratically.

Roxbury Town Hall Residents Complain of Black Bear Carcass

The State EnCon Police are seeking public assistance in identifying the person(s) responsible for the killing of the adult, male bear.

4-Year-Old New Milford Boy Injured in ATV Accident Needs Help

The family of a New Milford man who died from injuries suffered in an ATV accident last week is seeking help for his 4-year-old son.

New Milford Man Charged with Animal Cruelty After Shooting Neighbor's Dog: Report

The New Milford man reportedly shot his neighbor's dog after the animal growled at him.

New Milford Man Charged in Domestic Violence Disturbance in Milford

The incident began at Howard Johnson's Hotel and spread to a nearby business, Milford police said.

New Milford Man Dies After ATV Accident: Report

The New Milford man's 4-year-old son was seriously hurt in the ATV crash on their New Milford property on Tuesday.

4-Year-Old and His Dad Seriously Hurt in ATV Crash: Report

The pair suffered serious injuries after their all-terrain vehicle overturned Tuesday outside of their New Milford home.

Man on the Lam for 48 Years Captured in Sherman: Nearby News

The man escaped a Georgia prison camp in the 1960's and was found to be living in Sherman.

New Milford Man Arrested for DUI in Newtown

The New Milford man was seen driving erratically on South Main Street in Newtown.

Man Arrested for Stealing Purse, Coins Within 40 Minutes: Report

Police arrested a man for stealing coins from a home in Washington just 40 minutes after he was arrested for stealing a purse in New Milford

New Milford Police Department, Fire Companies to Hold Multi-Agency Search and Rescue Drill

The Water Witch Hose Company is hosting the safety drill.

New Milford Distracted Drivers: Police Say 'U Text, U Drive, U Pay'

The New Milford Police Department is joining the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s initiative to crack down on distracted drivers.

NEW MILFORD COMMUTERS: DOT Announces Accidents, Delays and Hazardous Roads

The CT Department of Transportation reports several incidents and delays across the state that could impact commuters Monday.

5 Top New Milford News Stories This Week: Teen Takes Plea in Sex Assault of 4-Year-Old; Cop Arrested After Hit-and-Run

Most top stories this week were police-related, including one about a New Milford man accused of stealing from special needs residents.

New Milford Cop Faces Charges After Hit-and-Run: Report

The New Milford officer allegedly fled the scene after crashing into a guardrail.

Teen Accused of Sexually Assaulting 4-Year-Old Takes Plea Deal: Report

A 19-year-old New Milford teenager has agreed to a plea deal.

Group Home Employee Accused of Stealing from Special Needs Residents

A New Milford man who was an employee of a group home for people with special needs is accused of stealing from residents.