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Valley News: Dog Rescue

On Wednesday January 8, 2025 at approximately 3:30PM a dog was reported to be in the middle of the road in the area of 200 South Main Street. Good Samaritans trying to retrieve the dog startled it and it ran down an approximate 200’ embankment to the train tracks below. The dog was then observed in a culvert that connected to an 18” drain pipe that went under the rail lines.Seymour Fire Department crews responded and under the direction of Chief Chris Edwards called for a hold on train service and sent firefighters over the embankment utilizing a lowering system as well as utilizing a newly purchased UTV to get crews to the dog.Unable to make entry to the pipe,…

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Ansonia Police Investigate Pork Hollow Road Shooting

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

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

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

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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