A customer discovered the loaded firearm after the backpack's owner left it behind, police said.
The 55-year-old also faces burglary, larceny and protective order violation charges, according to Newtown police.
All occupants escaped the home safely, while firefighters found one of two initially missing cats inside, officials said.
Police said the static license plate readers will remain non-operational while officials and residents work to "establish common ground."
Two roads are closed while emergency crews and investigators respond, police said.
An appeals court reduced damages awarded to the parents of a 6-year-old killed in the Newtown school shooting.
Police said one vehicle crossed the center line before striking a vehicle that had pulled onto the shoulder.
Police said the man resisted officers after the incident.
The vehicle traveled through a brush- and tree-covered area before overturning, according to a police report.
Firefighters responded to a series of incidents as severe lightning and heavy rain moved through the area.
Police said the driver left the scene after rear-ending another vehicle Sunday afternoon.
The charges stem from an incident earlier this year.
Authorities say the incident prompted an extensive search before a suspect was taken into custody.
Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon.
The fire broke out near a Newtown home on Saturday.
Police said the vehicle traveled off the road and came to rest about 40 feet down a steep embankment.
Firefighters responded after a weekend thunderstorm damaged a single-family home, officials said.
Police said a dispute involving four people led to one woman's arrest Monday afternoon.
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Police said the driver was unfamiliar with the area and was unaware of the bridge's height restriction.
Police said officers investigated a minor crash on Main Street before arresting the 33-year-old on multiple charges.
A judge ordered the release of edited footage tied to a wrongful death lawsuit stemming from a 2018 incident.
Police said multiple people were taken to the hospital after a three-vehicle collision.
Police said the suspect allegedly fled after an assault and was later located following a crash.
Police said the man was arrested following a motor vehicle stop.
Police said the driver allegedly fled after striking a utility pole.
Police said the arrest stems from a 2023 investigation.
Police said a motor vehicle accident led to multiple criminal charges.
Police said the incident occurred in the deli area of the store.
Police said officers responded to the incident Monday evening.
The suspect is now facing multiple charges following the overnight multi-agency search.
Police said residents could see increased police activity in the area Monday.
Police said officers stopped the vehicle after a report of erratic driving.
Police said the driver was delivering a package when the dog was struck behind the vehicle.
The 85-year-old man was taken to Danbury Hospital, according to police.
Police said officers found a 20-year-old leaving the business with alcohol after investigating a complaint.
The former officer claims she faced retaliation, lost opportunities and unequal treatment because she is a woman.
Police said the 33-year-old was released after posting bond following his arrest Friday night.
Police said the Silver Alert issued for Blue McGrath has been canceled after the child was safely returned to her mother.
Police said the driver veered off the road before the vehicle flipped onto its side and caught fire.