Year: 2014
Connecticut woman arrested after alleged drunk driving crash
A 38-year-old Connecticut woman, who allegedly crashed into several utility poles with her car, has been arrested on drunk driving charges. The incident occurred in West Hartford on a recent Saturday evening, a little before 10 p.m. According to police, after the...
19-year-old arrested on drug charges in Bridgeport
A 19-year-old Connecticut man was arrested on drug charges after officers searched his home on June 20. According to reports, a SWAT team went in and raided the house in Bridgeport as part of a gang investigation before it was searched. Officers with the Statewide...
Man charged with DUI on way to treatment
In the state of Connecticut, drunk driving allegations are serious charges that can result in a suspended driver's license, court mandated substance abuse counseling and even the possibility of jail time. When a person is charged with a DUI, it is important for all of...
Connecticut prosecutors drop charges in domestic dispute
Accusations of disorderly conduct against singer/songwriter Paul Simon and his wife, singer Edie Brickell, have reportedly been dropped after the two did not appear in court. On June 17, prosecutors reportedly told the judge that they would not be pursuing the case....
2 arrested on drug charges in Connecticut
Two men were arrested on May 22 after an alleged drug deal was observed in a Connecticut parking lot. A 32-year-old man was charged with selling heroin and possession of heroin, while the 53-year-old man allegedly buying the drugs was charged with possession of...
Off-duty Connecticut fireman arrested for drug possession
An altercation one evening in Hartford led to the arrest of three people, including an off-duty firefighter. Neighbors heard the dramatic scene being played out outside their homes, with the 26-year-old fireman allegedly yelling and making threats. That was when...
Connecticut man accused of murder after allegeldy shooting wife
A Connecticut man is facing murder charges after allegedly shooting his estranged wife and mother-in-law. His wife had filed a restraining order against him after an altercation in April that left her fearful. She had taken off with their twin toddlers, and they were...
Drunk driving charge will require ignition interlock device
Those driving under the influence in Connecticut may be facing increased penalties very soon. Instead of offering alcohol education programs for first-time offenders, ignition interlock devices will be installed instead. The House of Representatives voted in favor of...
Paul Simon and Edie Brickell charged with domestic violence
Many music fans may have been shocked to hear that seemingly happily married couple Paul Simon and Edie Brickell had an argument that led to their arrests. Police went to the Connecticut home of the two singers on the evening of April 27, resulting in charges of...
Man faces manslaughter charge after deadly assault of his wife
Most people would never think of killing their own spouses, but after allegedly getting tired of caring for his wife, a Connecticut man allegedly did just that. He reportedly pushed his wife, causing her to strike her head and then hit her repeatedly. The assault...