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Shelton Man arrested in connection to Fatal Drug Overdose

On 09/13/2024 the Shelton Police Department arrested 38-year-old Daniel Reid of Shelton. The arrest stems from a fatal drug overdose that occurred on 05/26/2024 in Shelton. A subsequent investigation by Shelton Detectives revealed Reid sold narcotics to the decedent just prior to the overdose. Search warrants were served at Reid's Shelton residence and on his vehicle. Detective discovered narcotics, a semi-automatic firearm with no serial number and ammunition.Reid was charged with Possession of Narcotics with Intent to Sell, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Illegal Alteration of Firearm Identification, Criminal Possession of Ammunition and Possession of Weapons in a Motor Vehicle. Reid was held on a $300,000 bond and transported to Derby Superior Court on 09/13/2024

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Vendor & Sponsor Opportunities for Shelton Day October 6, 2024

Always a multi-faceted popular event, The Derby-Shelton Rotary announces the annual Shelton Day festival will be held on Sunday, October 6th from 11-5. Spots are available for vendors who sell handmade crafts; food trucks; businesses; and everything in between. This event is still open for sponsors spots. Last year’s estimated attendance was close to 5000. This annual festival is held at Veterans Park, 38 Canal Street – Shelton.Joe Shapiro, chairperson of the Shelton Day committee and president elect of the Derby-Shelton Rotary Club said "I am pleased and honored to chair this great event for a third year. I am so looking forward to tasting the wonderful food, hearing the great live bands, and shopping our local crafters and small businesses.…

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Shelton News: Two Arrested in Stolen Vehicle

On 09-03-24 just after midnight, Shelton Police were notified about a recent stolen vehicle out of Stratford. Several Shelton officers were working a construction job downtown at the time and noticed the vehicle in a parking lot on Center St. As officers approached the vehicle, three people fled on foot. Officers searched the area and were able to locate two of the three suspects. 18-year-old Devin Overton of Ansonia was arrested and charged with Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, and Interfering. Overton was released after posting a $5,000 bond and is scheduledto appear at Derby Superior Court on 10-24-24. A 17-year-old male from Shelton was arrested for the same charges and released.

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Wrong-Way Driver Causes Collision on RT 8 Northbound in Shelton, Leads to DUI Arrest

A wrong-way driver on Route 8 Northbound in Shelton caused a head-on collision early on August 28, 2024, leading to a DUI arrest. At around 1:25 AM, Troopers from Troop I in Bethany responded to reports of a vehicle traveling south in the northbound lanes near exit 12. Before Troopers could reach the scene, the wrong-way driver, identified as 39-year-old Andrea Lynn Marseglia of Orange, collided with another vehicle. The adult driver and juvenile passenger of the other vehicle were taken to a nearby hospital for evaluation of non-life-threatening injuries. On arrival, Troopers observed that Marseglia, who was driving a white Lexus IS250, showed signs of impairment. She consented to and failed the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. Based on the…

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TWO ARRESTED IN ARMED FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE ROBBERY

On 08/29/2024 at approximately 9:45 PM, Shelton Police received a 911 call from a residentof Perry Hill Rd. that they were just robbed at gunpoint. The victim reported that she met themale and female suspect on the social media app, Facebook Marketplace, and agreed to purchaseAir Jordan Sneakers.The victim reported that a male and female arrived at her residence in a silver suv. The victimreported that a disagreement started over the cost of the shoes and she attempted to get her moneyback from the front seat passenger. The victim stated that as she was attempting to get her moneyback the male operator pulled a handgun out and pointed it at her. The victim reported that sheobserved the vehicle drive off…

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Shelton News: Police Investigate Serious Motorcycle Accident on Walnut Tree Road

On July 19, 2024, at approximately 10:09 AM, the Shelton Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a motorcycle and motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Walnut Tree Road and Thompson Street in Shelton. Upon arrival, Shelton Police and EMS found a 21-year-old male and a 22-year-old female in the roadway with serious injuries. The Shelton Police Accident Reconstruction team was dispatched to investigate the incident. Initial findings indicated that the male operator of the motorcycle, with his female passenger, was traveling south on Walnut Tree Hill Road. A motor vehicle traveling north on Walnut Tree Hill Road attempted a left turn onto Thompson Street, colliding with the motorcycle and obstructing its path. Both the motorcycle operator and…

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Shelton News: Shelton man sexually assaults Neighbor

On 04/24/2024 the Shelton Police received a complaint from a 29-year-old female that her next-door neighbor had sexually assaulted her. The female stated she went next door to 76-year-old Dennis Barry’s house to see if her package was mistakenly delivered to him. She claimed while there Barry inappropriately kissed her and fondled her breasts. The female also claimed that Barry tried to get her to touch his genital area.Barry was arrested and charged with Sexual Assault 4th Degree. Barry was released on a $2500.00 bond and as part of his conditions of release, he is to have no contact with the female neighbor. Barry was given a Derby Superior court date of 4/29/2024.

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