Driver Fled Route 25 Tractor-Trailer Crash, Faces DUI, Drug Charges: Police

The Sept. 24 crash shut down Route 25. Police said the driver fled on foot and was later found with suspected drugs in his vehicle.

Newtown Attorney Sentenced To Prison In $3.1M Tax Case

Federal prosecutors said the attorney failed to file tax returns for multiple years despite earning more than $5.6 million.

Weapons Detection System To Debut At Newtown High Football Game

All spectators will be screened as Newtown High School begins a phased rollout of the new security system.

AI Cameras Coming To Newtown School Buses; Fines To Follow

The new technology will target drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses.

Man Accused Of Entering Vehicles In Sandy Hook Neighborhood: Police

Police canvassed the area after a caller reported seeing a man going in and out of vehicles.

Newtown Man Stole Grandfather's Guns, WWII Relics And Pawned Them For Cash: Warrant

Police said dozens of items were sold to a pawn shop and collectors, with some eventually making their way across the country.

Loaded Gun Found In Backpack Left At Newtown Store: Police

A customer discovered the loaded firearm after the backpack's owner left it behind, police said.

Newtown Man Charged With Stealing 11 Firearms: Police

The 55-year-old also faces burglary, larceny and protective order violation charges, according to Newtown police.

Cat Rescued From Newtown House Fire, Flames Contained

All occupants escaped the home safely, while firefighters found one of two initially missing cats inside, officials said.

Newtown Police Pause Use Of Flock License Plate Readers After Resident Concerns

Police said the static license plate readers will remain non-operational while officials and residents work to "establish common ground."

Serious Crash Closes Roads In Newtown; Police Seek Witnesses

Two roads are closed while emergency crews and investigators respond, police said.

Texas Court Slashes Nearly $50M Alex Jones Judgment In Sandy Hook Case

An appeals court reduced damages awarded to the parents of a 6-year-old killed in the Newtown school shooting.

Driver Charged With DUI After 2-Car Crash In Newtown: Police

Police said one vehicle crossed the center line before striking a vehicle that had pulled onto the shoulder.

Man Accused Of Trespassing, Causing Disturbance At Newtown Library: Police

Police said the man resisted officers after the incident.

Vehicle Rolls Over, Lands In Newtown Yard After Going 100 Yards Off Road: Police

The vehicle traveled through a brush- and tree-covered area before overturning, according to a police report.

Storm Brings Multiple Fires, Emergency Calls To Newtown

Firefighters responded to a series of incidents as severe lightning and heavy rain moved through the area.

Driver Arrested After Hit-And-Run Crash At Newtown Intersection

Police said the driver left the scene after rear-ending another vehicle Sunday afternoon.

Southbury Man Charged With Sexual Assault In Newtown: Police

The charges stem from an incident earlier this year.

K-9s, Drone Help Find Newtown Man Facing Strangulation Charge

Authorities say the incident prompted an extensive search before a suspect was taken into custody.

2-Car Crash Sends Vehicle Into Tree In Newtown

Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon.

Vehicle Fire Ignited Five Feet From Newtown Home

The fire broke out near a Newtown home on Saturday.

Danbury Man Dies After Vehicle Crashes Down Embankment In Newtown

Police said the vehicle traveled off the road and came to rest about 40 feet down a steep embankment.

Lightning Strike Damages Newtown Home During Weekend Storm

Firefighters responded after a weekend thunderstorm damaged a single-family home, officials said.

Woman Arrested After 4-Person Fight In Sandy Hook: Police

Police said a dispute involving four people led to one woman's arrest Monday afternoon.

See What Kept Newtown Police Busy In June

Here's what topped the department's monthly activity report.

Box Truck Strikes Railroad Bridge In Newtown: Police

Police said the driver was unfamiliar with the area and was unaware of the bridge's height restriction.

Monroe Man Accused Of DUI After Newtown Crash: Police

Police said officers investigated a minor crash on Main Street before arresting the 33-year-old on multiple charges.

Video Released In 2018 Inmate Death At Newtown Prison: Report

A judge ordered the release of edited footage tied to a wrongful death lawsuit stemming from a 2018 incident.

6 Injured In 3-Vehicle Crash At Busy Newtown Intersection

Police said multiple people were taken to the hospital after a three-vehicle collision.

Waterbury Man Arrested After Alleged Assault In Newtown: Police

Police said the suspect allegedly fled after an assault and was later located following a crash.

Man Charged With Risk Of Injury To Child After Newtown Traffic Stop

Police said the man was arrested following a motor vehicle stop.

Driver Accused Of DUI After Utility Pole Crash In Newtown: Police

Police said the driver allegedly fled after striking a utility pole.

Man Taken From Rikers Island To Face Newtown Charges: Police

Police said the arrest stems from a 2023 investigation.

DUI, Assault Charges Filed After Newtown Crash Investigation

Police said a motor vehicle accident led to multiple criminal charges.

Caraluzzi's Employee Threatened With Knife In Newtown: Police

Police said the incident occurred in the deli area of the store.

Newtown Man Accused Of Shooting Passing Car With BB Gun: Police

Police said officers responded to the incident Monday evening.

Suspect In Overnight Newtown Search Accused Of Assaulting Police K9

The suspect is now facing multiple charges following the overnight multi-agency search.

Newtown Police Search For Suspect, Warn Of Heavy Police Presence

Police said residents could see increased police activity in the area Monday.

Driver Accused Of DUI, Driving Without License In Newtown: Police

Police said officers stopped the vehicle after a report of erratic driving.

Amazon Delivery Driver Strikes, Kills Dog In Newtown Driveway: Police

Police said the driver was delivering a package when the dog was struck behind the vehicle.