Newtown Police Seek Public's Aid In Shoplifting Investigation

Police have asked for the public's assistance in their investigation of a shoplifting incident last Thursday.

Newtown Emergency Crews Tackle Oil Spill After Truck Overturns

The truck struck a utility pole, then overturned and began spilling its approximately 2,200 gallons of oil.

Newtown Man Charged With DUI Stopped His Car On I-84: Police

A man is facing charges that he drove under the influence and stopped his car on I-84, according to state police.

Newtown Firefighters Aid Seaplane Pilot Landing On Lake Lillinonah

The pilot was running low on fuel and made an unplanned landing in Lake Lillinonah, according to fire officials.

Alex Jones Trial: FBI Agent Testifies He Was 'Harassed For Years'

On his Infowars show on Tuesday, Jones portrayed himself as the victim of unfair show trials, telling his audience, "...we can beat this."

Newtown Fire Marshal Warns Of Dangerous Conditions

The forest fire danger is extreme in and around Newtown, Fire Marshal Rich Frampton​ has warned.

Newtown Police Blotter: Machete Road Rage, Payment Card Theft

Larceny and road rage were at the top of the Newtown Police Department blotter on Monday.

Newtown Firefighters Tackle Burning Car, 5-Car Crash, On I-84 [VIDEO]

Crews from Newtown Hook & Ladder were kept busy over the weekend, extricating a trapped driver and extinguishing a car fire on I-84.

Jury: Jones Must Pay Sandy Hook Parents $45M More In Punitive Damages

The jurors heard testimonies from a financial forensic expert, who​ speculated that Alex Jones' net worth is between $135M and $270M.

Jury Will Decide Additional Punitive Damages Against Alex Jones

The Austin jury is set to hear testimony regarding Jones' net worth before determining punitive damages, on Friday.

Jury Awards Sandy Hook Parents $4M In Alex Jones Defamation Trial

A Texas jury has awarded Sandy Hook parents Neil Heslin and Scarlett Lewis $4 million in the first Alex Jones defamation trial.

Alex Jones Trial: Private Emails, Texts & Roger Stone Convos Revealed

Alex Jones' private emails, texts and conversations with Roger Stone, were released to lawyers representing Sandy Hook parents.

Man Threatened Workers With Violence: Newtown Police

Police have charged a Brookfield man with harassment and breach of peace.

Newtown Home Sold Without Owner's Knowledge: Police

Police arrested a Willington man after they say he fraudulently sold a Newtown man's house, without the owner's knowledge.

Newtown Man Charged With Animal Cruelty In Death Of Dog

Staff at a veterinarian's office informed police that a dog had been brought to them dead as a result of trauma.

Sandy Hook Parents Ask For $150M In Alex Jones Defamation Trial

The first of three trials for Sandy Hook families who won defamation lawsuits against Alex Jones opened Tuesday in Texas.

Newtown Police Seek Public's Aid In Larceny Investigation

The Newtown Police Department is seeking the public's assistance identifying someone in regard to a larceny case.

Police Officer Will Not Be Charged In Newtown Bear Shooting: DEEP

The off-duty Ridgefield police officer who fatally shot a bear outside his home in Newtown will not be charged, state officials said Friday.

3 Newtown Businesses Sold Tobacco To Underage Customers: Police

Newtown police worked with state inspectors to stage unannounced compliance checks at 21 local businesses. Three failed the test.

Nurse's Assistant Bilked Elderly Clients: Newtown Police

Police have charged a certified nurse's assistant with larceny after they say she cheated some of her elderly clients.

Two Fatal Motorcycle Crashes In Newtown: Police

The crashes occurred on Riverside Road, and on Sugar Street near Dodgingtown Road.

Newtown Police Investigating Damage Outside Fire Substation

Police are seeking the public's assistance in their investigation of damage caused outside the Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue substation

Cop Involved In Newtown Bear Shooting Placed On Administrative Leave

Law enforcement in Newtown and Ridgefield are not involved in the investigation, which is being led by DEEP's own police unit.

Fire On Main Street: Newtown Crews Extinguish Early Morning Blaze

A vehicle fire spread to a home and outbuilding on Main Street in Newtown early Tuesday morning, fire officials said.

Newtown Police Investigating Graffiti At Dickenson Park

Vandals have tagged the name "Moser" on buildings and bathrooms in the park, according to Newtown Police.

Newtown Police Charge Stratford Man On Multiple Drug, Weapon Offenses

Newtown police say they found several bags of heroin, weapons and stolen tools from a recent larceny in the suspects's car.

Jersey Man Tried To Pass Counterfeit Money In Newtown: Police

Double-check your Benjamins: Newtown police are warning residents that counterfeit $100 bills may be in circulation in town.

Newtown Police Involved In International Hunt For Prank Caller

A 16-year-old in the United Kingdom has been arrested in connection with "obscene and threatening prank phone calls" to Newtown schools.

Newtown Resident Kidnapped At Gunpoint; Suspect Crashes During Getaway

The suspect was apprehended, and the victim was not injured during the incident.

Judge Rules Against Newtown Savings Bank In Wired Money Case: Report

The bank allowed the fraudulent wire transfer of $67,000, according to a judge.

Alex Jones Skips 2 Depositions In Sandy Hook Defamation Lawsuit

The conspiracy theorist was scheduled to sit for depositions on Wednesday and Thursday.

Suspect Arrested After Probe Of Crash Into Newtown House: Police

The crash occurred in May 2021 on West Street, according to Newtown police.

New Details Released On Oil Theft Case In Newtown: Police

The suspect is accused of stealing diesel fuel last June, according to Newtown police.

Newtown Man Accused Of Violating Protective Order: Police

The suspect was found at the victim's home, according to Newtown police.

Newtown Man Accused Of Assaulting Police Officer: Newtown PD

The suspect is facing charges in connection with separate incidents, according to police.

New York Man Accused Of Robbery, Larceny In Newtown Oil Theft: PD

The suspect was arrested by Newtown police on a warrant on Monday.

Newtown Police Launches Surveillance Camera Anti-Crime Initiative

The police department is seeking local residents and business owners with external surveillance cameras to help fight crime.

Narcotics Found In Car After Traffic Stop In Newtown: Police

The incident occurred on Hawleyville Road on Feb. 8.

Sandy Hook Families Reach $73M Settlement With Gun-Maker: Update

Several families of victims of the Sandy Hook school shooting have reached a settlement with gun manufacturer Remington Arms.

Suspect Arrested After Trying To Break Into CVS In Newtown: PD

The suspect is a Newtown man who also tried to run from the cops, according to authorities.