Police Update On Search For Wanted Suspect In North Haven

NORTH HAVEN, CT — In a Thursday night update, North Haven Police updated residents on the search for an armed suspect earlier in the evening in the area of Upper State Street and Hartford Turnpike. Several residents requested more information on social media after police said they had scaled back the search but no further information was immediately provided.

“Thank you all for the great questions regarding the search earlier tonight… The North Haven Police Department has increased our efforts to push out as much information as possible to keep you all informed, and engage our citizens,” police wrote in a post on Facebook. “At times, we cannot share all of the information that is requested, as the investigation’s integrity is paramount. With that said, we would never leave the area of a search if there was a danger present. Earlier this evening, a crime occurred in a nearby town, and the suspect’s vehicle was located in the area of Upper State Street. The search revealed the suspects had fled the area prior to police arrival. We would like to thank everyone for your support.”

Previous Update: NORTH HAVEN, CT — In an update around 6:30 p.m., North Haven Police say most officers have cleared from the area of Upper State Street and Hartford Turnpike.

"We no longer believe the suspects are in the area," police said in a post on Facebook.

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Police are advising residents of a large police presence in the Upper State Street area near Hartford Turnpike in North Haven.

Police are asking residents to avoid the area if possible. Police said a wanted, possibly armed suspect is being tracked at this time. If residents see anything suspicious, call 911.

This story will be updated when more information is available.