MILFORD, CT – A Connecticut court erupted in tension Thursday as a man was sentenced for the brutal killing of his ex-girlfriend with an ax. Ewen Dewitt, who pleaded guilty to the murder of Julie Minogue, expressed agitation during the hearing, leading to a brief outburst. The incident unfolded when Dewitt, 45, became visibly upset … Read more
NEW LONDON, CT – A Connecticut man who admitted to murdering his wife and setting their residence ablaze following their mutual decision to pursue an open marriage was sentenced to 50 years in prison Wednesday. George Dodson, 26, formerly with the U.S. Navy, confessed to the murder of his 23-year-old wife, Shelby Dodson, in a … Read more
GROTON, CT – A man from Connecticut faces murder charges after allegedly killing a woman with a baseball bat over a missing supply of cocaine, living alongside her body for over a week, then dismembering and abandoning her remains in a local cemetery, authorities said. Donald Coffel, accused of murdering 58-year-old Suzanne Wormser, came under … Read more
WEST HAVEN, CT – Authorities made a grim discovery during a routine welfare check at a West Haven home last month, finding the dismembered body of a 70-year-old woman packed into more than a dozen trash bags within a locked closet. Now, her 27-year-old son, Theodore Lloyd, faces charges related to attempted arson and trespassing, … Read more
EAST HAVEN, CT – A Connecticut father has been arrested following the tragic drowning of his infant son last year, local authorities reported. Angel Marcus Rodriguez, 29, faces charges of second-degree manslaughter, risk of injury to a minor, and reckless endangerment stemming from the death of his 7-month-old son, Angel Josiah Rodriguez, and potential harm … Read more
East Hartford, Conn. — A Thanksgiving Day tragedy that unfolded in 2010 has left a Connecticut community grappling with the harrowing loss of three of its residents under brutal circumstances. The local police discovered the victims in a visceral crime scene that suggested a deeply personal motive. The call that led East Hartford Police to … Read more
WATERBURY, CT – Bodycam footage recently unveiled captures dramatic moments from a February 17 house fire rescue in Waterbury, Connecticut. The footage reveals not only the intensity of the blaze but also the controversial circumstances surrounding a woman accused of holding her stepson captive for two decades. Kimberly Sullivan, shown in the footage, is heard … Read more
Hartford, CT — In a year marked by daunting challenges and collective efforts toward safety, Connecticut reports a decline in fire-related fatalities in 2025 compared to the previous year. While the downturn offers a glimmer of hope, the state continues to confront significant hurdles in fire prevention and safety. As of this year, Connecticut has … Read more
WEST HAVEN, CT – A Connecticut man has been charged with the brutal murders of his girlfriend and his toddler son, sending shockwaves through the community. Jevon Fletcher, 26, faces multiple charges, including murder and murder with exceptional circumstances, following a disturbing incident at an apartment complex in West Haven. Police responded to calls of … Read more
New Haven, Connecticut — A Connecticut teenager has been detained by police, suspected in the shooting death of 17-year-old Daily Jackson Jr., in an episode police believe may be linked to another teenager’s tragic killing in November. The 17-year-old accused, whose identity remains undisclosed due to juvenile privacy laws, was apprehended on Monday and is … Read more