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Ansonia Police Investigate Pork Hollow Road Shooting

Dec 9, 2024 Alex

On December 8, 2024 at about 7:25 P.M. the Ansonia Police Department received a shots fired complaint on Pork Hollow Road. The first officers on scene found a 37-year-old Ansonia resident that was shot in the lower body along with evidence of multiple shots fired. The male was transported to a local hospital for the non-life-threatening injury. During the investigation a vehicle of interest has been identified, it is a newer model Ford Mustang convertible, color blue or grey with white license plates. This appears to be an isolated incident and there is currently no danger to the public. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the police department at 203-735-1885 or anonymous tips can be left…

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Structure Fire Part II

Dec 6, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Shelton firefighters returned to Village Drive late Friday night to battle a structure fire (different house), with flames reportedly shooting through the roof. This marks the second fire on the street in just two days, as crews were called to a neighboring home on Thursday for a separate blaze. Fortunately, early reports indicate that everyone was able to evacuate safely. The cause of both fires remains under investigation. 2024-12-06@11:00pm--#Shelton CT-- #ctfire

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Attic Fire

Dec 5, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

House Fire in Stratford Quickly Contained, No Injuries Reported Shelton firefighters returned to Village Drive late Friday night to battle a structure fire, with flames reportedly shooting through the roof. This marks the second fire on the street in just two days. Shelton, CT – A fast-moving fire broke out this morning at a residence, prompting a swift response from the Shelton Fire Department (SFD). At approximately 11:20 a.m., Companies 5, 3, and 1 were dispatched to the scene following reports of flames and smoke at the home. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered fire venting through the roof, prompting the first arriving unit to declare a working fire. Crews immediately initiated an interior attack while simultaneously securing a water supply. Despite…

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Waterbury Man Arrested in Connection to Ansonia Shots Fired Incident

Nov 19, 2024 Alex

On November 12, 2024, Edward Rumley, age 32, of Waterbury was taken into custody on an arrest warrant for his involvement in the August 31, 2024 shots fired investigation in Ansonia. Rumley was charged with Criminal Attempt at Assault First Degree, Reckless Endangerment First Degree, Unlawful Discharge, Criminal Possession of Firearm, and Carrying a Pistol without a Permit. Rumley was held on a $250,000.00 bond, he was arraigned in court on November 13, 2024 and turned over to the custody of the Department of Corrections. Rumley’s next court appearance is November 21, 2024. At least one more arrest will be made in this case, the suspect is currently in custody with the Department of Corrections on unrelated charges and will…

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Free Salt & Sand Program

Nov 7, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

The Rotary Club of Derby-Shelton is offering free five-gallon buckets of sand and salt mixture for seniors (67+) and disabled residents in Derby and Shelton, CT. Deliveries will take place from December 5th to 9th, 2024. Sign-Up Information Deadline to sign up: November 14, 2024 How to sign up: Visit the Shelton or Derby Senior Center, or contact Kim Caro at: Email: kimkc7@yahoo.com (Subject: "sand and salt") Phone: Call or text 203-394-1831 Additional Details If you have a bucket from a previous delivery, please let Kim know and leave it on your doorstep for recycling. Seniors in housing complexes that already provide sand are not eligible. This community initiative, running since 2008, aims to support seniors and disabled residents during…

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Ansonia News: Police Investigating Shooting of Ansonia Woman Transported to Hospital

Nov 4, 2024 Alex

On November 1, 2024 at about 7:50 P.M., the Derby Police Department requested assistance for a shooting investigation where the victim was at Griffin Hospital. During the course of the investigation it was determined the victim was shot in Ansonia then transported by private car to the hospital.The victim, a 27 year-old female Ansonia resident, was transferred to another hospital for further treatment where she is in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing, this appears to be an isolated incident and detectives are currently pursuing leads in the case. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the police department at 203-735-1885 or anonymous tips can be left at Tip411 at the link below.https://www.tip411.com/tips/new?alert_group_id=21553

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Two Shot In Ansonia

Oct 26, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

On October 26, 2024 at about 2:30 A.M. the Ansonia Police Department responded to 130 Father Salemi Drive, the Saint Sebastian Club, for a report of a shooting. Officers first on scene found a 27-year-old male Ansonia resident that had been shot multiple times in the torso. The male was transported to a local hospital where he is in critical condition. During the investigation a second male gunshot victim was found, he was shot once in the buttocks. This male, a 26-year-old Ansonia resident, was transported to a local hospital where he was treated for a non-life-threatening injury. Officers initially responded to the location at about 2:00 A.M. for a disturbance, where they found a party at the location that…

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