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#Stratford Fishing Ban

Jul 13, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford CT--Earlier this week The Town of Stratford Waterfront and Harbor Management Commission voted to prohibit fishing at the Sea Wall on Beach Drive in Stratford. The vote came after the careful consideration of health and safety concerns in response to numerous complaints of potentially unsafe conditions related to fishing at the Sea Wall. The prohibition of fishing at the Sea Wall is part of an existing Town Ordinance which prohibits fishing “in any recreational area, except at such places and at such times as may be designated by the Town.” Individuals interested in fishing should avoid areas designed for swimming, bathing or pedestrian traffic. Designated fishing areas have been established at Bond’s Dock and Birdseye Street Fishing Pier. The…

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Sikorsky Bridge Crash With Car Fire

Jul 10, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

10:58pm--#Milford CT--#cttraffic--#Stratford CT--A crash on the Merritt Parkway southbound just prior to the Sikorsky Bridge. It sounds like the driver made it out safely. The fire can be seen in the photo, center.

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Jul 8, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford CT--On 06/29/2018, The Stratford Narcotics Vice and Intel Unit conducted a MV Stop on a Silver KIA Forte in the Honeyspot Motor Lodge. While interviewing the driver, Matthew Prosnick, Detectives observed Narcotics in the vehicle. During a subsequent Search of the vehicle, Detectives discovered a 9mm Taurus containing several rounds of ammunition in the center console along with a ski mask. The Firearm was reported Stolen out of Bridgeport in Oct. 2017. Also discovered during the search of the vehicle were several bundles of Heroin stamped “DOA” as well as loose Heroin, Crack Cocaine and Narcotics Packaging and gloves. Detectives also discovered that (2) passengers had Outstanding Warrants for Failure to appear in Court. The following individuals were arrested…

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Stratford News: Weapon and Drug Arrest

Jul 5, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford CT--On 07-04-2018 Daemoni Brice of Stratford was arrested for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Illegal Manufacture-Distribution-Sales of Prescription Drugs, Distribution of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in a Drug Factory Setting, Carrying a Pistol without a Permit, Weapons in a Motor Vehicle, Simple Trespass and Theft of a Firearm. Brice was the passenger in a car and the stolen firearm was under his seat. The recovered firearm, a GLOCK 43 was reported stolen in the state of Georgia. Brice was held on a $75,000 dollar bond and is scheduled to appear in court on 07-13-2018. The juvenile driver (17 year old)) was charged with Simple Trespass, Weapon in a Motor Vehicle, Carrying a pistol without a Permit,…

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Stratford News: Child Drowns

Jul 5, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

The Stratford Police investigated a drowning incident on July 2 rd . During the incident a 5 year old child drowned in a pool located in the backyard of the family’s residence on Sunnybank Avenue.. Officers performed CPR on the child who was turned over to responding EMS personnel and transported to a local hospital. The child passed away on July 3 rd . The Stratford Police Department will respect the families privacy no further information will be provided.

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Stratford News: Police Award

Jun 27, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

Mayor Laura Hoydick and Chief Joseph McNeil and his staff had the pleasure of meeting with descendants of former Officer Edward Manchester who was a member of the Stratford Police Department in the early 20 th century. Officer Manchester was shot in the line of duty trying to apprehend a robbery suspect and later returned to work to finish his career. The incident happened on November 15, 1924. “Officer Edward Manchester’s service is exemplary and represents the unbroken blue line of service that forms the foundation of the Stratford Police Department to this day,” said Mayor Laura R. Hoydick. “It was an honor to join with Officer Manchester’s family and the Stratford Police Department to recognize his service, and to…

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Stratford News: Attempted Robbery

Jun 23, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford CT--Brant Hufcut age 18 of Milford was arrested following an attempted robbery on Prayer Spring Road. The robbery occurred when Hufcut and an unknown accomplice were at the victim’s residence. At that time Hufcut displayed a handgun and attempted to rob the victim who Hufcut claims owe him money. A scuffle ensued and Hufcut struck the victim several times in the head with the pistol. Hufcut was detained at the scene by the victims and family while the unknown accomplice took the pistol and fled the scene. Hufcut was charged with; Criminal Attempt to Commit Robbery 1, 53a-49/53a-134 Assault 2 w/Firearm, 53a-60a Disorderly Conduct - 53a-182 Hufcut was held on a $25,000 bond and a court date of…

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#Stratford Awards

Jun 19, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

STRATFORD, CT - Stratford EMS staff were recognized by the Youth Committee of the Stratford Partnership for Youth and Families with MEDALS (Making Extraordinary Differences and Leading Stratford) awards. Stratford EMS Administrator / Paramedic, Kevin Giasullo, Volunteer EMT Alex Shein and the Stratford EMS Explorer Post 4911 were all recognized in a short ceremony that was held at Town Hall Council Chambers on June 18, 2018 at 7:00pm. The awards were presented for contributions to the community that make a difference, create a better Stratford and support Stratford's Youth. The ceremony, put on by the Youth Committee of the Stratford Partnership for Youth and Families, featured an update on some of the accomplishments and projects of the Youth Committee, Grants…

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Shallow Graves Author Talk: Stratford Library Tonight!

Jun 19, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford CT--Maureen Boyle,award-winningning journalist, has been a crime reporter in New England for more than 25 years, including at the Standard-Times of New Bedford during this serial murder case. She holds an undergraduate degree in journalism from the University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport, Conn. and a master’s degree in criminal justice from Anna Maria College in Paxton, Mass. She is now director of the Journalism Program at Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts. This is her first book. After the Maureen will be available for questions and to sign books. Books can be purchased at the event. Stratford Library--Tuesday June 19, 2018 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

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I-95 Pursuit

Jun 13, 2018 Stephen Krauchick

7:44pm--#cttraffic-- Stratford was in pursuit of a black Volkswagen on I-95 southbound. The vehicle got off exit 29 and the pursuit was terminated. State police picked up the pursuit again on I-95 southbound and they got off exit 26. It sounds like they got away again.

#Stratford Fishing Ban

Sikorsky Bridge Crash With Car Fire

Stratford News: Weapon and Drug Arrest

Stratford News: Child Drowns

Stratford News: Police Award

Stratford News: Attempted Robbery

#Stratford Awards

Shallow Graves Author Talk: Stratford Library Tonight!

I-95 Pursuit

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