Man Falls Asleep While Driving

Before ultimately crashing into a tree, a driver in Woodbury hit five objects after reportedly falling asleep at the wheel, police say.

So You Want to Sell Door-to-Door

These salespeople found out that in Middlebury, you need a permit before you can go soliciting.

Telephone Pole Snaps In Half After Car Crash

Lucky - that's what Middlebury fire department personnel called the driver of the now damaged car.

Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms, Hail Possible Tonight

From damaging winds to hail, we could be in for a wild weather night. The National Weather Service warns of bad weather throughout Litchfield County, New Haven County and other parts of Connecticut.

Dog Rescued by Kayaker; Coyote Spotted on Stevens

Seen any coyotes lately? A Middlebury resident contacted police after seeing one in their yard.

Middlebury Liquor Store Held Up at Gunpoint

Around 2:05 p.m. today — Sunday, August 12 — a robbery at gunpoint reportedly occurred at a Middlebury liquor store. Police are seeking assistance from anyone who may have seen something suspicious.

Naugatuck Police Seek Suspect in Stabbing

Police have a warrant for a 32-year-old man who is believed to have stabbed a local teenager. Police say the warrant is extraditable nationwide.

Woman Escapes Injury After Car Runs Off Route 63 in Middlebury

At approximately 6 p.m., a silver Maxima was towed from Route 63 in Middlebury after crashing through guardrails.

OMG PD: Trail of Beer Cans Aids Police in Golf Course Vandalism Investigation

Unusual police incidents from around the area.

Preventing Summer Fires at Your Home

A Woodbury home caught fire from a gas grill on Memorial Day 2012. Following a recent home fire in Westport, the Westport Fire Department weighs in on how you can protect your house from danger.

Doors of Middlebury Businesses Unexpectedly Left Open & Reported Theft From Home

This round-up of Middlebury police news contains unexpected incidences and mailbox vandalism.

Cops: Armed Man Arrested at New Haven Movie Theater

Police said the allegedly armed man was in a theater showing of 'The Dark Knight Rises' and eyewitnesses reported a gun was exposed, tucked into the suspect's waistband.

Middlebury Police: A Tale of Coyotes, Hawks & Labradoodles

In July, two Middlebury residents reported some wild critters hanging around their homes.

Search for Missing Woman Barbara Grohs, 62, is Ongoing

Barbara Grohs has been missing since July 30.

OMG PD: Black Bear Sightings in Monroe; Naugatuck Stabbing Incident Concerns Police

Unusual arrests and investigations from the area.

Antique Silverware & Mountain Bike Reported Stolen in Woodbury

Reported thefts and car accidents comprise today's Woodbury police blotter.

Vandalism, Lengthy Light in Middlebury

Today's installment of the Middlebury police blotter features vandalism reports, trouble with traffic lights and a reported theft.

Bath Salts Claim Pomperaug Grad's Life

Vermont's chief medical examiner says Christopher A. Tsacoyeanes' death is due to the ingestion of bath salts.

Marijuana Decriminalization Law Having 'Modest' Effect on Court System

The greatest impact the law has had is on the probation system, Office of Policy and Management's Michael P. Lawlor told the Manchester Journal Inquirer.

OMG PD: Underwear Theft, Chop Shop & 'Being Stupid For No Reason'

This week's round-up of unusual police news features thefts, joy rides and threats from telemarketers.

Woodbury Police Investigating Thefts From Business & Home

The incidences of reported theft took place in mid-July.

Mailboxes Take Hit in Middlebury

Police report that a handful of mailboxes were struck by vehicles and vandalized.

Woodbury Police Report Domestic Violence, Run-In With Deer & Identity Theft

The Woodbury police blotter from July 2012 contains info on two car accidents and more.

Fisher Walks Within Feet of Middlebury Woman

The incident is one of many animal-related reports; others include lost and found dogs, and baby racoons wandering around.

Woodbury Barn Fire Knocked Down in 20 Minutes

The Connecticut Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of a fire at 2 Good Hill Rd. in Woodbury.

Woodbury Barn Burns in Sunday Fire

The fire began sometime before 7:56 p.m. Sunday, July 22.

Pomperaug High Grad Survives Colorado Movie Massacre

Stephen Barton suffered gun shot wounds to the chest and neck in the Aurora mass shooting.

Car Accident Sends Three to Hospital

One woman was pinned in her vehicle, but police say the injuries are non life-threatening.

Store Owner Locks Robber Inside

Unusual arrests and investigations from the area.

CT State Police to Make Checks at Public Facilities in Wake of Colo. Shooting

Lt. J. Paul Vance advised that state residents should remain vigilant, but not panic, as the country grapples with a shooting at a Colorado theater that left 12 dead and 38 wounded.

Johnnie's 6-Foot Ice Cream Cone Stolen

The relic was taken from the iconic dairy bar in Middlebury right before the building was demolished.

Car Rolls Down Embankment on Straits Turnpike

One car crashed into the guardrails and down an embankment on Straits Turnpike near Snyder Pools today: Saturday, July 14.

OMG PD: Severed Cat Head Found in Oxford; Trumbull Teacher Allegedly Abuses 3-Year-Old Student

Unusual arrests and investigations from the area.

Woodbury Police: The 4th of July Edition

Five arrests were made on 4th of July weekend in Woodbury, from DWIs to interfering with an officer.

Oldest Connecticut State Trooper Dies At 99

Among myriad other community and civic achievements including years as a state legislator, Trooper John G. Swicklas of Uncasville, received the CSP highest award for bravery for his part in the shoot-out and capture of two bank robbers.

FBI Offering $50,000 Reward For Information in Five Connecticut Bank Robberies

Armed, masked men robbed five banks over the last two years, including one in nearby Southbury, and all the cases are still open. Each bank is also offering up to a $10,000 reward for information in solving the case.

Missing Milford 15-Year-Old Found

15-year-old Joshua Campbell had left his residence on July 8th.

UPDATE: 15-Year-Old Milford Teen Found After Reported Missing

Police are asking for the public's help finding Joshua Campbell.

Middlebury Police Reports: The Animal Edition

From June 30 to July 4, Middlebury police handled seven situations pertaining to furry friends, from squirrels to skunks.

UPDATE: Lake Zoar Jet Ski Accident Sends Two to Hospital

Individuals were transported to a local hospital following the accident.