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Drunk Driver Hit 112MPH On Route 8 In Trumbull; Blew Twice Legal Limit: Police Drunk Driver Hit 112MPH On Route 8 In Trumbull; Blew Twice Legal Limit: Police
Drunk Driver Hit 112MPH On Route 8 In Trumbull; Blew Twice Legal Limit: Police A Connecticut man was arrested after state police say he sped more than 110 mph on Route 8 while drunk. Nathaniel Earl, 44, of Derby, was behind the wheel of a gray Jeep Grand Cherokee that a Connecticut State trooper said had approached their cruiser at an extremely high rate of speed. The trooper accelerated and clocked the Jeep at speeds up to 112 mph, State Police said. The driver eventually slowed near traffic, and the trooper pulled them over near Exit 6 in Trumbull. Earl showed clear signs of impairment, including bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and he smelled like alcohol, Sta…
WATCH: Wrong-Way Drunk Driver Busted After Making U-Turn On I-95 In Bridgeport: Police WATCH: Wrong-Way Drunk Driver Busted After Making U-Turn On I-95 In Bridgeport: Police
Watch: Wrong-Way Drunk Driver Busted After Making U-Turn On I-95 In Bridgeport: Police A Connecticut State Trooper stopped a potentially deadly situation when a car was spotted heading the wrong way on Interstate 95 near Bridgeport. Benjamin Mitchell, 24, of Ansonia, faces multiple charges following his arrest just after 2 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10, Connecticut State Police said.  The car was traveling south in the northbound lanes near Exit 27A. The trooper saw the vehicle suddenly swerve left, cut across all three lanes of traffic, and take the exit ramp to Route 8 north — barely avoiding several other cars, State Police said.  Daily Voice The trooper quic…
Month-Long Overnight I-84 Lane Closures In Waterbury Will Cause Major Delays: DOT Month-Long Overnight I-84 Lane Closures In Waterbury Will Cause Major Delays: DOT
Month-Long Overnight I-84 Lane Closures In Waterbury Will Cause Major Delays: DOT Connecticut road officials are warning drivers of two major projects on I-84 that are expected to cause major delays for months. Whether traveling through Waterbury or East Hartford, motorists should change their route if possible or give themselves extra time to reach their destination. Nightly Lane Closures on I-84 in Waterbury The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will begin overnight lane closures on I-84 eastbound and westbound in Waterbury as part of a bridge rehabilitation project at the Route 8/I-84 interchange. From Tuesday, May 27, through Friday, June 27, mu…
Wolcott Man Struck, Killed On Route 8 In Naugatuck Inspecting Damage From Earlier Crash: Police Wolcott Man Struck, Killed On Route 8 In Naugatuck Inspecting Damage From Earlier Crash: Police
Wolcott Man Struck, Killed On Route 8 In Naugatuck Inspecting Damage From Earlier Crash: Police A 45-year-old man from Connecticut was killed early Thursday after a bizarre chain of events ended with him being struck by a vehicle along Route 8, authorities said. Jimmy Bedard, of Wolcott, died shortly before 2 a.m. Thursday, May 15, near the Exit 26 off-ramp in Naugatuck, according to Connecticut State Police. Bedard’s Mercedes-Benz had previously been involved in a minor, unrelated crash and was parked on the shoulder of the highway when a Ford Super Duty pickup truck traveling in the same direction lost control and spun out, police said. The truck struck Bedard while he was standing…
(Watch) Mob Surrounds Ansonia Police SUV During Ansonia Street Takeover, Attack Cruiser (Watch) Mob Surrounds Ansonia Police SUV During Ansonia Street Takeover, Attack Cruiser
(Watch) Mob Surrounds Ansonia Police SUV During Ansonia Street Takeover, Attack Cruiser A police officer found himself surrounded and under siege after responding to a chaotic street takeover over the weekend, with their cruiser being damaged as partiers jumped on the hood and smashed the windshield with a traffic cone.  Police said they received multiple calls about fireworks and reckless driving near Wakelee Avenue and Franklin Street in Ansonia on Saturday night, April 26. When the first officer got there, he saw a crowd of between 50 and 100 people blocking the road, with cars spinning out and driving dangerously, police said.  A police dashcam video shows d…
Wrong-Way Drunk Driver On Route 8 In Torrington Nabbed After Multiple 911 Calls: Police Wrong-Way Drunk Driver On Route 8 In Torrington Nabbed After Multiple 911 Calls: Police
Wrong-Way Drunk Driver On Route 8 In Torrington Nabbed After Multiple 911 Calls: Police A Connecticut man is facing several serious charges after police said he was driving drunk and going the wrong way on Route 8, putting multiple other drivers at risk. Matthew Thompson, 44, of Torrington, was arrested just after 12:30 a.m. Friday, March 28, after multiple people called 911 to report his Honda CR-V traveling south in the northbound lanes of Route 8 in Torrington, Connecticut State Police said. Police caught up with Thompson near Exit 46 after he had turned around and started driving in the correct direction, authorities said. Thompson smelled strongly of alcohol, had glassy …
CT Man Critically Injured In Early Morning Shelton SUV Crash CT Man Critically Injured In Early Morning Shelton SUV Crash
CT Man Critically Injured In Early Morning Shelton SUV Crash A 40-year-old man is fighting for his life in a Connecticut hospital after being hit by an SUV while walking on Route 8, police said. The Seymour man was walking south near the Exit 9 on-ramp in Shelton when the SUV struck him on Sunday, March 9, shortly before 5:30 a.m., Connecticut State Police said. Paramedics rushed the victim to St. Vincent's Hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries.  The SUV’s driver, a Waterbury resident, remained at the scene, police said. The crash remains under investigation. Police urge anyone with information, witnesses, or those with dashcam foot…
State Slams ‘Flawed’ Investigation Behind Fatal Bridgeport Police Shooting State Slams ‘Flawed’ Investigation Behind Fatal Bridgeport Police Shooting
State Slams ‘Flawed’ Investigation Behind Fatal Bridgeport Police Shooting A state investigation released this week found that a fatal police shooting of an unarmed man last year was "questionable" and stemmed from a "flawed" investigation. However, investigators said there was not enough evidence to prosecute the officers.  Jonathan Mark Lewis Bell, 39, was shot and killed in Ansonia on Feb. 4, 2024, after Bridgeport narcotics police received a tip that a suspected drug dealer known as "JB" was carrying a gun in his Mercedes-Benz SUV, Office of Inspector General report said.  Without confirming the presence of a weapon, officers tried to pull over…
Intoxicated Derby Driver Punches, Spits On Cop In Bridgeport: Police Intoxicated Derby Driver Punches, Spits On Cop In Bridgeport: Police
Intoxicated Derby Driver Punches, Spits On Cop In Bridgeport: Police A 28-year-old New Haven County woman who was driving erratically over the weekend attacked troopers who were trying to help her, Connecticut State Police said. Jessica Reyes, of Derby, was arrested late Saturday, Jan. 25, and charged with operating under the influence, improper parking on a highway, interfering with an officer, and two counts of assault on public safety personnel, authorities said. Troopers received a 911 call around 11:50 p.m. reporting a Jeep had driven into the median on southbound Route 8 near Exit 7 in Bridgeport. When officers arrived, they found an SUV parked in the…
Driver Was On Drugs During Fatal Beacon Hills Crash That Killed Mother, 2 Kids: Police Driver Was On Drugs During Fatal Beacon Hills Crash That Killed Mother, 2 Kids: Police
Driver Was On Drugs During Fatal Beacon Hills Crash That Killed Mother, 2 Kids: Police Authorities said a Connecticut man was on drugs and nodding off when he lost control of a fully loaded commercial truck and crashed into a car earlier this year, killing a woman and two young children.  New Haven County resident William Kundert, age 42, of Oxford, was arrested and charged with multiple felonies in the Feb. 4 crash in Beacon Falls, Connecticut State Police said.  Riquelme Alves Brito, 3, Laura Alves Brito, 6, and their mother Andreas De Brito-Alves, age 26, of Bridgeport, were killed in the crash, police said.  New Haven County resident Thiago Perei…
Car Flips On Route 166 In Toms River Car Flips On Route 166 In Toms River
Car Flips On Route 166 In Toms River A vehicle overturned on Route 166 in Toms River Township, authorities said. The crash occurred at about 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 14 near Route 8 (Dayton Avenue), according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. All lanes were closed, 511nj.org reported.  CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Post Office Carjacker Nabbed After Foot Chase In Shelton, Police Say Post Office Carjacker Nabbed After Foot Chase In Shelton, Police Say
Post Office Carjacker Nabbed After Foot Chase In Shelton, Police Say A man was nabbed for allegedly robbing and carjacking an elderly woman at a post office in Fairfield County. The incident occurred on Friday, April 14, at the Shelton downtown Post Office. According to Det. Christopher Nugent of the Shelton Police, an elderly went to the downtown Post Office and used the drop mailbox when an unknown Hispanic man entered the rear seat of her vehicle and asked her for money.  The victim gave the suspect money and after the suspect, identified as Francisco Delgado, age 33, of Shelton, told the victim to get out of the vehicle.  Delgado&nb…
Vehicle Carjacked From Teen Recovered In Fairfield County Vehicle Carjacked From Teen Recovered In Fairfield County
Vehicle Carjacked From Teen Recovered In Fairfield County A Fairfield County teen managed to escape from a car when a stranger jumped in the running vehicle and started to drive away. The incident took place around 6: 34 p.m., Monday, Nov. 22 when the Fairfield Police Department received several calls reporting the theft of an occupied vehicle that had just occurred in front of 16 Handles at 1300 Post Road in Fairfield, said Lt. Eddie Weihe, of the Fairfield Police. The initial investigation revealed that a couple had parked their vehicle in the area of 1300 Post Road and had left to make a purchase at a nearby establishment, w…
Protestors Force Their Way Into Bridgeport Police Headquarters Protestors Force Their Way Into Bridgeport Police Headquarters
Protestors Force Their Way Into Bridgeport Police Headquarters A large protest in Fairfield County over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis that caused the closure of Route 8 for several hours followed a confrontation in which protestors forced their way into Bridgeport Police Headquarters. About 150 people were involved in the organized protest that began around noontime on Saturday, May 30 at McLevy Green on Bank Street in Bridgeport. After some time at McLevy Green, others joined and moved to the Bridgeport Police Department on Congress Street.   Bridgeport officers maintained the front of the office building and "exhibited…
Roadwork Alert: Ramp Closures, Lane Shifts Scheduled For Busy Litchfield County Roadway Roadwork Alert: Ramp Closures, Lane Shifts Scheduled For Busy Litchfield County Roadway
Roadwork Alert: Ramp Closures, Lane Shifts Scheduled For Busy Litchfield County Roadway Some on and off ramps will be closed and lanes shifted for several months on a busy Litchfield County roadway as a multi-million dollar bridge rehabilitation project kicks off in Thomaston. Beginning on Tuesday, June 9, the exit 38 on and off-ramps on Route 8 will be closed for at least four months as they begin construction on two bridges as part of a $9.2 million rehabilitation project. A posted detour on Routes 254 and 222 through Thomaston will be in place through the scope of the project. Motorists have been advised to use exits 40 and 39 southbound on Route 8, or exit 39 for Route 8 n…
Man Killed In I-95 Crash After Being Ejected, Falling 30 Feet In Fairfield County, Police Say Man Killed In I-95 Crash After Being Ejected, Falling 30 Feet In Fairfield County, Police Say
Man Killed In I-95 Crash After Being Ejected, Falling 30 Feet In Fairfield County, Police Say A local man was killed during an early-morning single-vehicle crash on I-95 in which he was ejected from a mini-van and fell more than 30 feet in Fairfield County.  Mynor R. Garcia-Pelaez, 38, of Bridgeport, was killed early Sunday, April 5, while traveling on the I-95 northbound near exit 27A ramp, which leads to Route 8 northbound, in the city of Bridgeport, said the Connecticut State Police. According to police, as the vehicle entered the ramp from I-95 northbound, it struck the concrete barrier on the left side in a head-on manner.  The impact caused Garcia-Pelaez t…
Hearing Scheduled For Proposed I-684 Toll Along Mile-Long Stretch That Runs Through Greenwich Hearing Scheduled For Proposed I-684 Toll Along Mile-Long Stretch That Runs Through Greenwich
Hearing Scheduled For Proposed I-684 Toll Along Mile-Long Stretch That Runs Through Greenwich A hearing has been scheduled as lawmakers in Connecticut get ready for a vote on proposed tolls on state highways, including a gantry on a mile-long stretch of I-684 that runs through Greenwich. A vote following the hearing could come as soon as next week. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont introduced a plan for 12 statewide tolls, including one in a remote stretch of I-684 near the Greenwich-North Castle town line that will force truck drivers to pay, despite being in the state for only about one mile.  The roadway is the only way to pass the area in either direction, forcing New Yorkers to…
CT State Police Release Sites, Times For Holiday Roving Patrols CT State Police Release Sites, Times For Holiday Roving Patrols
CT State Police Release Sites, Times For Holiday Roving Patrols Connecticut State Police will be out in force during the holiday season, targeting distracted or impaired drivers on area highways. Troopers will be assigned to conduct roving patrols for nearly two weeks beginning on Friday, Dec. 20, as the roadways are expected to be filled with motorists traveling to see friends and family. Police noted that “a busy week will be made even more heavily traveled with Christmas falling on a Wednesday.” According to AAA, a record-breaking 112.5 million Americans are expected to travel for the holiday season, including more than 102 million who will likely …
Suspects Flee From Red SUV After Shooting, Chase On I-95 Suspects Flee From Red SUV After Shooting, Chase On I-95
Suspects Flee From Red SUV After Shooting, Chase On I-95 Police are searching for three or four suspects wanted in connection with a shoot-out between the occupants of two vehicles. The incident took place around 11 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17, when multiple shots fired were detected by Shotspotter in Bridgeport in the area of 843 Connecticut Avenue, 480 Bunnell Street and 1498 Central Avenue, said Bridgeport Capt. Brian Fitzgerald.  Officers quickly converged on this area and spotted a red Toyota Venza fleeing the scene. The vehicle refused to stop and a pursuit was initiated, Fitzgerald said. The pursuit began on the east side of Bridgeport an…
Connecticut Plan To Install I-684 Toll Sparks Backlash Among New Yorkers Connecticut Plan To Install I-684 Toll Sparks Backlash Among New Yorkers
Connecticut Plan To Install I-684 Toll Sparks Backlash Among New Yorkers Many New Yorkers are miffed at Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont’s proposal to install toll gantries on I-684, which would force some residents to have to pay a toll without traveling to or from the state. Lamont introduced his latest plan for statewide tolls, including one in a remote stretch of I-684 in Greenwich that will force motorists to pay, despite being in the state for only about one mile. The roadway is the only way to pass the area in either direction, forcing New Yorkers to pay the toll. According to a Middletown Press report, in response, angry area elected officials are banding tog…
Toll Proposal Includes These Locations In Fairfield County Toll Proposal Includes These Locations In Fairfield County
Toll Proposal Includes These Locations In Fairfield County Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont has introduced his new plan for statewide tolls, including several in Fairfield County. Under the new proposal, tollbooths would be installed on several major highways, interstates, and bridges. In Fairfield County, Lamont is calling for tolls in Newtown at the Rochambeau Bridge; in Stamford on I-95 near the Metro-North railroad; Westport on I-95 at the Saugatuck River Bridge and in Norwalk on the Merritt Parkway. Other toll gantries would be installed in West Haven along I-95; in Windsor on I-91 at the Dexter Coffin Bridge; New London on I-95 at the Gold Star B…
Amazon To Open Facility In Fairfield County Amazon To Open Facility In Fairfield County
Amazon To Open Facility In Fairfield County Amazon is set to open a new distribution center in Fairfield County early next year, potentially creating hundreds of jobs for area residents. The retail giant announced that it will set up shop in Stratford as soon as Jan. 1 next year on Long Beach Boulevard as part of a seven-year pact between the city and company. “We are pleased to be welcoming Amazon to Stratford,” Stratford Mayor Laura Hoydick, said. “Stratford is an ideal location for this new distribution center for Amazon. We have great transportation access as well as a terrific skilled labor force ready to take on the jobs Amazo…
Three Of Nation's Worst Traffic Bottlenecks Are In Fairfield County Three Of Nation's Worst Traffic Bottlenecks Are In Fairfield County
Three Of Nation's Worst Traffic Bottlenecks Are In Fairfield County A new report has cited three locations in Fairfield County for having some of the worst traffic bottlenecks in the country. The trucking industry loses $74.5 billion each year as a result of congestion on the nation’s highways, according to an estimate from the American Transportation Research Institute, which ranked the Top 100 Truck Bottlenecks for 2019 on its website. The following locations throughout Fairfield County were ranked: 43. Stamford's stretch of I-95 47. Norwalk's stretch of I-95 74. Bridgeport's I-95, Route 8 interchange These locations in Connecticut also made the list: …
Here's When, Where Labor Day DUI Details Will Be In Connecticut Here's When, Where Labor Day DUI Details Will Be In Connecticut
Here's When, Where Labor Day DUI Details Will Be In Connecticut During the unofficial last weekend of summer, Connecticut State Troopers are reminding drivers to be smart, drive safe and be prepared for thousands of other vehicles on the roads. They're also announcing they will be out in force to check for drunk and drugged drivers, as well as aggressive drivers. To make sure all stay safe, they will begin extra patrols at midnight, Friday, Aug. 30 and continue through 11:59 p.m., Monday, Sept. 2. “The priority of all operators should be arrival at their destination in a safe manner," said Col. Stavros Mellekas, commanding officer of the Conn…
Here's Where State Police Will Have Roving Patrols Over July 4th Holiday Here's Where State Police Will Have Roving Patrols Over July 4th Holiday
Here's Where State Police Will Have Roving Patrols Over July 4th Holiday From major interstates to your local highway, Connecticut State Police will be conducting roving patrols over the July 4th holiday in an effort to keep all safe. Troopers said they would be stepping up patrols as thousands of drivers will be traveling the roads and highways across the state, especially during the evening hours of the Thursday, July 4, following firework shows. "As always, troopers will consistently work toward preventing accidents on Connecticut’s roads and highways," the department said. They are also reminding drivers that safety is everyone’s responsibility in…
34 Cars Get Flat Tires Due To Large Piece Of Metal On I-84, Police Say 34 Cars Get Flat Tires Due To Large Piece Of Metal On I-84, Police Say
34 Cars Get Flat Tires Due To Large Piece Of Metal On I-84, Police Say Thirty-four drivers started the morning off on the wrong foot when they hit a large piece of metal in the roadway and got flat tires in return. The multiple flat tires were reported around 8 a.m., Monday, April 8,  while exiting westbound I-84 west onto the northbound Route 8 ramp in Waterbury, near Mixmaster, the Connecticut State Police said. DOT responded and removed the metal with a payloader, state police said. Several tow trucks and the DOT’s State Farm Safety Patrol arrived to help the stranded drivers change tires.  Troopers remind motorists to use caution when…
Merritt Parkway Lanes Will Be Closed During Bridge Work Merritt Parkway Lanes Will Be Closed During Bridge Work
Merritt Parkway Lanes Will Be Closed During Bridge Work There will be weeknight lane closures on the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield County for several days as contractors continue overnight bridge maintenance activity in Trumbull. The Connecticut State Department of Transportation announced that beginning on Monday, March 18, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., there will be various lane closures, which are expected to last through Friday, March 22. There will be closures in both directions on the Merritt Parkway between exit 52 (Route 8 and Route 108) and exit 50 (Route 127). Additionally, there will be closures on Route 8 between exit 9 (Route 15) and exit …
Teen Trio Nabbed As Police Chase Ends In Crash, Discovery Of Guns, Cash Teen Trio Nabbed As Police Chase Ends In Crash, Discovery Of Guns, Cash
Teen Trio Nabbed As Police Chase Ends In Crash, Discovery Of Guns, Cash Police nabbed three teens following a police chase that ended with the discovery of three guns and a crash.  The incident took place around 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, when a vehicle failed to stop of Bridgeport police officers and engaged them in a pursuit southbound on Route 8 by Exit 3, said Terron Jones, spokesman for the Bridgeport Police. Police said the vehicle then led officers to I-95 from Exit 29 in Stratford and then turned around and headed back to Bridgeport.  The three teens were taken into custody after crashing at the intersection of Noble Avenue and C…
State Police Announce Dates, Sites For Holiday Details State Police Announce Dates, Sites For Holiday Details
State Police Announce Dates, Sites For Holiday Details With a record number of travelers expected to hit the road this holiday season, Connecticut State Police are cautioning area residents to mind the rules of the road take it easy on the eggnog if they’re going to get behind the wheel. Fresh on the heels of one of the busiest Thanksgiving travel seasons, Americans getting ready to go on the move for the Christmas and New Year holidays. AAA estimates that a record-breaking 112.5 million travelers - more than a third of all Americans - are expected to visit family and friends for the holiday. AAA estimates that an estimated 102 million of those…
Stamford Man Faces DUI Charge After Crossing Double Yellow Line On Route 7, Police Say Stamford Man Faces DUI Charge After Crossing Double Yellow Line On Route 7, Police Say
Stamford Man Faces DUI Charge After Crossing Double Yellow Line On Route 7, Police Say A Stamford man was busted for impaired driving after police in Wilton spotted him swerving all over a busy roadway, nearly striking cars coming in both directions. Officers at the Greenwich Police Department received an emergency call from a concerned citizen of a driver in an Infinity that was driving on Route 8 (Danbury Road) and nearly striking other motorists. An officer on patrol was able to track down the driver - later identified as Stamford resident Vasyl Kotsiuba - who was spotted crossing the white fog line and double yellow line into oncoming traffic. The officer was able to get …
State Police Release DUI Patrol Info, Checkpoint Locations For Thanksgiving Week Details State Police Release DUI Patrol Info, Checkpoint Locations For Thanksgiving Week Details
State Police Release DUI Patrol Info, Checkpoint Locations For Thanksgiving Week Details With tens of thousands of travelers driving through Connecticut during the Thanksgiving week, State Police are ramping up their plans to keep highways safe for all during the holiday rush. Beginning on Wednesday, Nov. 21, just after midnight, and running through Sunday, Nov. 25 at 11:59 p.m., state police will supplement its normal routine patrol personnel with additional Troopers throughout the long Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Across the state, Troopers will patrol roads and highways across Connecticut focusing on aggressive drivers, unsafe drivers and drunk drivers. In addition, the sta…