Name Of Danbury Christmas Eve Hit And Run Victim Released
- Ed Histed
- December 31, 2024
The name of the Danbury man struck by a car on Christmas Eve has been released. Police now say 52 year old Felix Saquinaula was hit near Main and Liberty Streets around 9:15pm on December 24th. He was rushed to the hospital but did not survive. Police say the driver remained at the scene and […]
Read MoreWilton Dog Owner Facing Charges
- Ed Histed
- December 31, 2024
A Wilton man faces charges after his unvaccinated dogs attacked a person there last month. 52-year-old Erasmo Farinas was arrested on December 23, following an investigation into the incident that took place back on November 23 when his dogs roamed freely and injured someone. Farinas is now facing multiple charges, including failure to meet dog […]
Read MoreWoman Facing DUI Charges After Traffic Stop In Wilton
- Ed Histed
- December 31, 2024
A woman is facing DUI and speeding charges after being stopped early Saturday morning in Wilton. Police say 24-year-old Leticia Duarte Goncalves was driving a Tesla Model Y north on Danbury Road at a high speed near Old Mill Road when officers pulled her over around 2:40 a.m. Goncalves failed field sobriety tests, and chemical […]
Read MoreFormer School Employee Arrested On Child Porn Charges
- Ed Histed
- December 31, 2024
A former Connecticut school paraprofessional has been arrested on child pornography charges. Police say 29-year-old Eric LeClair was charged with importing and possessing child sexual abuse material. The investigation began in June with a tip from a private company, leading to a search warrant in October. LeClair was released on a $75,000 bond and is […]
Read MoreViolent Venezuelan Gangs Moving Into Connecticut
- Ed Histed
- December 31, 2024
A violent Venezuelan gang continues to expand its operations across the U.S., including in New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and here in Connecticut. Known for murder, extortion, and drug trafficking, the gang members have been linked to over 100 law enforcement investigations nationwide. ICE has made several arrests, including individuals involved in violent crimes and […]
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