Route 8 Shutdown
Route 8 southbound is currently closed for an accident investigation between exit 9 and 12. 2025-03-29@10:00AMish--#Shelton CT-- #cttraffic
Possible School Break-In
Derby Police are investigating a possible break-in at St. Michael's School at 78 Derby Avenue according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2025-03-25@8:08am--#Derby CT
Two Cars On Fire
Report of two cars on fire in the parking lot of Target at 20 West Main Street. 2025-03-22@10:30pm--#Ansonia CT
Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's vehicle fire is being hosted by Shelton on Route 8 northbound in the right lane. 2025-03-22@3:03pm--#Shelton CT--#cttraffic
Stratford Police Arrest Two in Fentanyl and Cocaine Distribution Investigation
Stratford, CT – Following a months-long investigation into fentanyl and cocaine distribution, the Stratford Police Department’s Narcotics, Vice, and Intelligence (NVI) Unit executed multiple search warrants on March 7, 2025, resulting in the arrests of two individuals. William Pjura, 29, of Ansonia, was identified as a key distributor supplying street-level drug dealers throughout Stratford. Search warrants were executed at residences in Ansonia and Shelton, as well as on a vehicle and Pjura himself, with assistance from federal and state law enforcement agencies. Pjura was charged with multiple drug offenses, including the operation of an illegal drug factory and possession with intent to sell fentanyl, crack cocaine, and other narcotics. He is being held on a $250,000 bond and is scheduled…
Convicted Felon Arrested After Shots Fired in Ansonia
On March 7, 2025 at about 10:30 P.M., the Ansonia Police Department received multiple calls reporting shots fired from in or around 84 Franklin Street. A witness reported seeing a gun pointed out a window at the location and fired towards the rear of the house into the woods. Officers made contact with the owner/resident, another occupant of the home and shell casings were located outside the home. A search warrant was obtained for the home and located during the search were two handguns, a shotgun, three BB guns, and ammunition for the handguns and shotgun.Ryan Ortiz, age 39, the owner of the home is a convicted felon for Illegal Sale of Firearm in New York. He was arrested for five…
Two Arrested in Ansonia Street Robbery as Police Condemn Bystanders’ Inaction
On March 5, 2025, the Ansonia Police Department obtained arrest warrants for the March 1, 2025 robbery complaint that occurred on the street in front of 370 East Main Street, The Spot restaurant and lounge. While the beginning of this case and investigation showed the downside of social media with people more interested in recording and posting the incident and not reporting it. Once the video was posted there were numerous people who responded and provided information to help identify the involved parties. The information coupled with the work of Detective Shawn Mendenhall resulted in the arrest of Tashira Sparks and Carl Octavio Brown for their involvement in the incident. Sparks was the female in the video and Brown was…
Road Rage Turns Robbery Outside Ansonia Bar, Police Seek Suspects
Ansonia police are investigating a robbery outside The Spot restaurant and lounge on March 1, where a driver allegedly stole a man's wallet and phone after a car accident. Authorities are urging the public to stop sharing a viral video of the incident and instead provide information to help identify those involved.
Route 8 Rollover
First responders responded for a one car rollover accident on Route 8 southbound a mile prior to exit 7. Two males were seen running across the highway into the wooded area. 2025-03-01@12:50am--#Shelton CT
Ansonia Opera House Renovations Planned
Major Renovations Planned for Historic Building to Improve Safety, Accessibility https://youtu.be/g2EHLKMdKf8 A historic building is set for significant renovations aimed at improving safety, accessibility, and overall functionality. The project will address key concerns, including insufficient means of egress, outdated mechanical systems, and a lack of adequate restroom facilities. The presentation was led by Paolo Campos, principal of the New Haven-based architectural firm Patriquin Architects, who unveiled conceptual plans for transforming the 155-year-old building to city officials and about 50 public attendees. Currently, the building lacks stairwells and relies on fire escapes, which are no longer considered a safe evacuation method for a space that can accommodate hundreds of people. As part of the renovation, a new enclosed fire stairwell will…