Norwalk News: Grandma Scam Net $18K

#Norwalk CT--On Thursday, 07/15/21, a senior citizen Complainant reported that a unknown male contacted her by phone, identifying himself as a Sergeant of the State Police, and advised her that her grandson had been in a hit & run car accident and was in custody.  The male proceeded to use the “Grandparent Scam”, tricking the victim into handing over cash. The suspect later arrived driving a white, four door sedan, and described as a light skinned, thin black male wearing thin gold rimmed glasses and had a neatly groomed mustache. The victim handed over cash to whom she thought was a police officer, and the suspect left immediately. This is an open investigation. Anyone with information about this case is…

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SENATE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE APPROVES BILL

U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after the Committee approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022. The legislation contains a number of significant provisions Blumenthal fought to include to invest in Connecticut’s defense manufacturing workforce and enhance national security. The bill passed out of Committee by a vote of 23-3 and will now move to the full Senate for consideration. “This legislation makes smart and strategic investments in submarines, helicopters, and aircraft—all built right here in Connecticut—key tools to defend our nation and keep servicemembers safe. These investments are a vital boon to national security—and a great boost to jobs. They are also a tribute…

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Stratford News: Multiple Injuries When Boat Hits Break Wall

Stratford Police Press Release:On 7.24.21 at approx. 9:30pm SPD received a 911 call regarding a boat that had struck the break wall in Milford, Dispatch advised there were numerous parties on board with injuries. Marine 1 was on patrol and responded immediately. Marine 1 was first on scene and identified 8 parties and 1 dog on board, multiple parties had head/neck injuries. Milford & Stratford FD arrived on scene to assist, all injured parties were transferred to area hospitals. Marine 1 transported the occupants and dog to shore. Sea Tow responded for an emergency tow to Stratford Safe Harbor for an emergency haul out.  The accident remains under investigation. 

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