State police identify 2 people found dead in a burning vehicle in Oxford - Connecticut news - NewsLocker (2024)

State police have identified the two men who were found dead in a burning vehicle in Oxford last week. State police said 36-year-old David J. Rivera and 39-year-old Carlos O. Calderon were found dead in a vehicle on Route 34 in Oxford on the morning of May 30. They were both from Hartford. State police were called to respond around...

Investigation underway after man dies in police custody in Milford

The death of a man while in police custody in Milford is under investigation. According to Milford police, officers found Michael Brown in the parking lot of the Big Y on Boston Post Road just after 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Brown was wanted on several warrants, and was also a suspect in a recent larceny at another grocery store in Milford,...

First-ever Glastonbury Pride Festival to take place Sunday June 9

The very first Glastonbury Pride Festival will take place Sunday, June 9 as communities continue to celebrate Pride month throughout the state. “When I moved here I really saw something special in this community,” said Glastonbury Pride co-founder Anthony DiLizia. It started as just a vision for DiLizia. “I really felt as though this could be an amazing place to...

East Lyme police chief arrested, placed on leave

State police have arrested East Lyme’s police chief after a report of a domestic disturbance and the first selectman said he has been placed on administrative leave. East Lyme Police Chief Michael Finkelstein, 53, has been charged with disorderly conduct and breach of peace in the second degree. Local police responded to Finkelstein’s East Lyme home at 3:16 p.m. on...

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Hamden Middle School sports to be cut as district faces $3.1 million deficit

The Hamden community is concerned after Monday’s school budget vote passed, which includes cutting sports at Hamden Middle School. “I was so upset about it,” said Claire Rose, of North Haven. “I would say middle school is probably the most important time in a kid’s life to get involved in sports.” “I’m stressing the fact that playing sports is more...

State expects to help fund pumping of flooded Jobs Pond in Portland

The state Bond Commission is expected to approve $187,500 Friday to help alleviate flooding at Jobs Pond in Portland. The funding, combined with $562,500, will allow Portland to install pumps to remove some of the water out of a pond that has been flooding the basem*nts of surrounding homes. “Unfortunately, this is the highest it’s ever, ever been so yes,...

Orange volunteer firefighter rescues teenager in Mexico

Tom Bartiss worked as firefighter in West Haven for nearly 30 years. He was on vacation in Mexico last month when an emergency struck. “You’re never on vacation when you’re firefighting,” Bartiss said. “You’re always ready to respond to any call that you need to.” He was grabbing dinner with his wife when she noticed a commotion. “The restaurants are...

Serious injuries reported in Oxford crash

State police have responded to a crash on Route 188 in Oxford and they said serious injuries have been reported. The crash is in the area of Moose Hill Road and the road is closed. No additional information was immediately available.

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Police responding to motorcycle crash in Killingworth

State police are responding to a motorcycle crash in Killingworth. State police said a motorcycle and a car collided on Route 81 near Meadow Road around 3:11 p.m. and possible serious injuries have been reported. No additional information was immediately available.

Police respond to motorcycle crash in Killingworth

State police responded to a motorcycle crash in Killingworth Wednesday afternoon. State police said a motorcycle and a car collided on Route 81 near Meadow Road around 3:11 p.m. and possible serious injuries have been reported. No additional information was immediately available.

Southington community, Bristol Fire Department pay tribute to fallen state trooper

The funeral of Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier marks an incredibly emotional day for people in his hometown of Southington. Many people who live in the area say they have been brought to tears while processing the tragedy. Two processions are bringing the fallen trooper’s body through Southington: one as law enforcement accompanied his body to the service in Hartford,...

Trooper First Class Pelletier posthumously awarded lifesaving medal, medal of honor

Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier is being awarded posthumously with the lifesaving medal and the medal of honor. Colonel Daniel Loughman made the announcement while delivering a eulogy for TFC Pelletier on Wednesday. Pelletier, 34, was killed in the line of duty last Thursday when he was hit by a pickup while making a routine traffic stop on Interstate 84...

Man shot while driving on East Main Street in Waterbury

A man was shot while driving on East Main Street in Waterbury on Tuesday night. Police said the man was driving at the intersection of East Main Street and Cherry Street around 7:45 p.m. when he was shot. The 28-year-old Waterbury man was transported to Saint Mary’s Hospital for treatment. He is currently in stable condition with non-life threatening injuries....

How to get Big E tickets for $10 on Wednesday

You can get discounted tickets to the Big E for $10 rather than $20, but you have to buy them today. Eastern States Exposition is offering a one-day flash sale on Wednesday to celebrate the 100-day countdown to the fair. The price for general admission tickets on Wednesday is $10 while the regular price is $20. The sale takes place...

Fire extensively damages Norwich home

A home in Norwich has extensive damage after a fire late Tuesday night. Firefighters responded to a home on Watercress Avenue shortly before midnight. Once at the scene, crews said they found an unoccupied home being consumed by fire on three floors. The fire also reportedly damaged two additional houses. Fire crews had difficulty fighting the fire because of a...

Ammunition found on grounds of middle school in West Hartford

An investigation is underway after ammunition was found on the grounds of a middle school in West Hartford on Tuesday. Officers were called to Bristow Middle School around 10:30 a.m. for a report of handgun ammunition being found. A custodian reportedly found the magazine outside of the school while doing daily duties. As a precaution, the school was secured and...

WATCH LIVE: Funeral for Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier

A funeral service for Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier is being held in Hartford on Wednesday morning and law enforcement from across the United States have traveled to Connecticut to pay their respects. TFC Pelletier, 34, was killed in the line of duty last Thursday when he was hit by a pickup while making a routine traffic stop on Interstate...

Funeral to be held for Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier

A funeral service for Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier is being held in Hartford on Wednesday. The service is at Xfinity Theater and will begin at 11 a.m. The doors will open at 9 a.m. The Connecticut State Police Union is encouraging the public to celebrate Pelletier’s life, service and sacrifice. Bags (including purses) flowers, gifts, and professional cameras will...

Funeral held for Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier

A funeral service for Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier was held in Hartford on Wednesday and law enforcement from across the United States traveled to Connecticut to pay their respects. TFC Pelletier, 34, was killed in the line of duty last Thursday when he was hit by a pickup while making a routine traffic stop on Interstate 84 in Southington....

Hartford community grieves for toddler killed in hit-and-run crash

The community is remembering a young girl who lost her life in a hit-and-run crash in Hartford. Police say she ran out of a laundromat Monday night and the car that hit her kept going.It was found Tuesday morning miles away in New Haven. Balloons and a candle are now placed outside a laundromat on New Britain Avenue in Hartford...

Thousands pay respects to State Police Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier in Southington

Thousands of people paid their respects and offered condolences to the family of Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier who died in the line of duty last week. “My heart breaks for them. I mean, they have two little kids. I can’t imagine, you know, losing her husband or losing a father. It’s just heartbreaking,” said Michelle Brino, of Southington. Pelletier...

Isolated showers to start the day today, multiple chances for rain Thursday

An isolated showers possible early this morning otherwise today will be dry with a mix of sun and clouds. Afternoon temps are expected to reach the mid to upper 80s for inland Connecticut with upper 70s for the shoreline. Rain chances increase after midnight with scattered showers and a rumble of thunder for the morning commute Thursday. Isolated showers and...

Increasing humidity today, multiple chances for rain Thursday

We saw a few isolated showers earlier this morning but other than that, today will be dry with a mix of sun and clouds. Humidity levels increase through your Wednesday, becoming increasingly muggy as the day goes on. By midday, the humidity level had already surpassed the value (60° dew point) where most people feel more humid. Afternoon temps are...

Man and woman from Jewett City killed in Lisbon motorcycle crash

A man and a woman from the Jewett City section of Griswold died in a motorcycle crash in Lisbon on Tuesday night. State police said 33-year-old Trevor Pawlak was driving a motorcycle at the four way intersection of North Burnham Highway, Kimball Road and Meadowbrook Drive around 5 p.m. Pawlak reportedly collided with a Volkswagen that was on North Burnham...

Connecticut's top public defender fired for misconduct alleged by oversight commission

An oversight commission fired Connecticut’s top public defender on Tuesday after having accused her of a range of misconduct, including leveling unfounded racism allegations, mistreating employees and improperly accessing the emails of staff and the commission chairman. The termination of TaShun Bowden-Lewis, the first Black person to serve as the state’s chief public defender, came by a unanimous vote of...

Geno Auriemma gets five-year contract extension at UConn

It looks like Geno Auriemma isn’t ready to retire anytime soon. UConn has given Auriemma a five-year contract extension as head women’s basketball coach. The contract runs through 2029 and is worth $18.7 million over the five-year period, according to the university. It also includes peformance-based incentives that would push the contract’s value even higher. “I still find it hard...

Hartford gardener offering free plants and knowledge to the community

Travis Stewart lives in Hartford’s South End and on Preston Street, his house has a backyard garden. “I’m doing squash, kale, snake peas, tomatoes, peppers, collards, okra, and garlic,” he said. He also raises chickens, rabbits, fish, and is planning to start a honeybee hive soon. Stewart believes everyone should have a garden and is giving away free plants outside...

Emergency crews make plea for drivers to comply with move-over law as they mourn state trooper

State police and other emergency personnel are urging drivers to comply with Connecticut’s move-over law. They say Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier’s death on Thursday – during a traffic stop along Interstate 84 – is a tragic reminder of why the law has been in place since 2009. “We’re all out there risking our lives,” State Police Sgt....

Man sentenced to 5 years in prison for attack of Rep. Maryam Khan

The man who pleaded guilty to assaulting Rep. Maryam Khan last June was sentenced to 5 years in prison on Tuesday in Hartford. “I”m glad that this has come to a close, I look forward to putting this behind me and moving forward,” said Rep. Maryam Khan. “No one can read the statement that was prepared by the representative without...

Flamingo spotted on Cape Cod in what may be a first for Mass., expert says

A flamingo was spotted on Cape Cod, a very rare and possibly unprecedented bird sighting for Massachusetts. If the bird is found to be wild, it would be the first American flamingo ever confirmed to have visited the Bay State on its own, according to Mark Faherty, science coordinator for Mass Audubon Cape Cod. Images of the bird at a...