Program Attempts to Curb Gun Violence, Gangs in CT

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder came to New Haven to talk up a new community-based program, according to this press release.

Stolen Dirt Bike Results in Arrest of Middlebury Man

After an investigation by Middlebury police, a Middlebury man was arrested for charges related to the alleged theft and more.

Two Middlebury Arrests Over Thanksgiving Weekend

Overall during the holiday weekend, five minor accidents took place and no injuries were reported as a result of the accidents, Acting Police Chief Richard Wildman said.

Couple Finds Stranger Asleep in Guest Bedroom

Unusual arrests and investigations from throughout Connecticut.

Brush Fire Melts Kayaks

The weather conditions on Wednesday, Nov. 21, were just right for brush fires to ignite, Woodbury Fire Chief Janet Morgan said.

41-Year-Old Massachusetts Woman Killed in I-84 Crash [Updated]

Connecticut State Police release a report that reveals how the six-vehicle accident took place.

Sobriety Checkpoints & Roving Patrols in Connecticut During Thanksgiving Holiday

Connecticut State Police will be patrolling state roads and setting up sobriety checkpoints during the holiday weekend.

Kids, Allegedly, Do the Darndest Crimes

Adults, too. This week's allegations: Facebook shenanigans, bomb-threat shenanigans, Saltine shenanigans, bridge control room shenanigans, drugs in a baby's diaper & alleged criminals allegedly returning to the scene.

Middlebury Police Investigate 2 Truck Thefts Thursday

Police are looking into a possible connection between two vehicle thefts.

Woodbury Man Arrested After Allegedly Refusing to Pay Restaurant Bill

The incidence took place on Monday, Nov. 12.

OMG PD: Nose Biting, Grenades & A Machete-Wielding Man

Unusual arrests and investigations from the area.

State Police Investigating Untimely Death in Middlebury

The victim was identified as Andrew J. Pape, vice president of the Republican-American newspaper.

Housecleaning in Middlebury Yields Unexpected Find

You never know what you'll find when housecleaning.

Naugatuck Man Dies After Tree Cutting Accident in Middlebury

The incident occurred sometime before 10:30 a.m. today: Sunday, November 4.

'We Will Never Forget You' — In Memory of Easton Firefighter Russell Neary

Well over 1,000 people mourned Easton firefighter, Russell Neary, who died in the line of duty during Hurricane Sandy.

BMW Fails to Ford Floodwater, Alleged Drug Deal Goes Bad

A large crowd reportedly 500 strong of allegedly intoxicated Southern Connecticut State University students reportedly were unhappy when police tried to break up a party. That situation and more are in this week's installment of unusual police news

I-95 Closed in Both Directions

Reported gas leak causes shutdown at exit 37.

Fire Damages 19th Century Woodbury Home

Between the Flanders Road fire and a man who fell down an embankment in Woodbury, the fire department had a busy Halloween night.

Middlebury Emergency Shelter Info: Hurricane Sandy Edition [UPDATE]

Due to the Hurricane Sandy forecast, Middlebury police released the following Robocall message on Sunday, Oct. 28, regarding emergency shelters.

OMG PD: Alleged Pumpkin Pilferer Pounds Produce into Pavement

Burglaries, a high speed chase and a mob of about 20 men allegedly attacking two men are just some of the police items in our round-up of unusual arrests and incidents in Connecticut.

Kennedy Relative Michael Skakel Denied Parole in Moxley Murder

Ethel Kennedy's nephew was convicted in 2002 of murdering Martha Moxley in 1975.

Middlebury Home Invasion Case Continued A Second Time

Two suspects allegedly entered a Middlebury home while two children were present and were later arrested for conspiracy to commit larceny, among other charges.

Middlebury Police Investigating String of Car Break-Ins

Three vehicles have been broken into in recent weeks while parked in Middlebury parking areas.

OMG PD: Ungrateful Cat Bites Firefighter

A Monroe firefighter learned the hard way that no good deed goes unpunished. This week's round-up of unusual police news also includes a police item about a man who allegedly stole cigarettes from a Middlebury business and hid them in his hoodie.

Arrest After Early Morning Gas Station Robbery

City man caught on tape stealing several cartons of cigarettes from the Shell on Middlebury Road.

Middlebury Police Recover Stolen Tools

Possible connection to string of tool thefts in multiple area towns.

Middlebury Home Invasion Case Continued

The two suspects appeared before Waterbury Superior Court and the case was continued until later this month.

OMG PD: Patron Allegedly Slugs Bartender for Not Having His Beer of Choice

Unusual arrests and investigations from the area.

Community Tips Lead to Arrests of Home Invasion Suspects

The final arrest took place today, Middlebury police say.

Woman Arrested in Alleged Middlebury Home Invasion

Two tips from the public led police to the woman. Police say an additional arrest is forthcoming.

Stolen Jeep Still Missing from Middlebury, Police Say

Have you seen a black Jeep? It may be the one police are looking for after it was reported stolen from a Middlebury business.

Police Searching for 2 After Middlebury Home Invasion [UPDATE]

Male and female suspects allegedly fled the scene of a home invasion involving two minors.

Woodbury Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty

Thomas Thorndike faces a maximum term of imprisonment of six years.

Vehicles Stolen in Waterbury Keep Turning Up in Middlebury

For the third time in two weeks, police recovered a stolen vehicle in town. No arrests have been made and police are urging residents to be on the lookout for suspicious activity and lock their doors.

Motorcyclist In Serious Condition After Hit-and-Run in Middlebury

The driver whose car allegedly hit the motorcycle was reportedly found at the bar of a local restaurant, after a K-9 tracked his scent.

Middlebury Police Commission Appoints Acting Police Chief

The decision took place at a special meeting today: Friday, Oct. 5.

Man Allegedly Brandishes Knife at Nick's

State police are asking for the public's help in locating a customer who allegedly caused quite the disturbance at the Bethlehem restaurant.

Police ID Naugatuck Woman Killed in I-84 Crash

Accident occurred Friday at an I-84 offramp near Middlebury.

Inside Jobs ‘Rear Their Ugly Head’ in Connecticut

There’s been a string of alleged inside job crimes in Connecticut recently, and police often consider this angle when investigating a crime.

UPDATE: Car Accident on Flanders Road Results in Hospitalization for Injuries

The accident took place at around 7:30 p.m. tonight: Friday, Sept. 28.