Waterford Speedbowl Expected To Open For 2017 Season

WATERFORD, CT - After months of uncertainty, the New London-Waterford Speedbowl has announced an expected opening for the 2017 season, Fox 61 reported. The announcement comes months after the facility’s owner was charged in connection to a Danbury sex trafficking ring.

Speedbowl officials recently said the facility is expected to open before the end of June, according to Fox 61. Officials also clarified that final details still need to be confirmed. (To sign up for Waterford breaking news alerts and more, click here.)

Management said there is currently a working agreement for the Speedbowl to be leased for the season, according to Fox 61. An open practice is also set to be scheduled before opening weekend.

See also: Opening Delayed for Waterford Speedbowl a Month After Owner's Arrest

• 2 More Victims Identified In Sex Trafficking Ring Involving Waterford Speedbowl Owner

Patch previously reported in March that Speedbowl owner Bruce Bemer, 63, of Glastonbury was arrested and charged in connection to a sex-trafficking ring that operated out of Danbury. In April, NASCAR ended their relationship with the racetrack shortly after Bemer’s arrest.

Read the full story at Fox 61.

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