By D.M. Livingston|Published Nov 19, 2025

Waterbury, CT- Jalen Skeete, 25, of Bridgeport, allegedly sparked a multi-town police chase last week after reportedly stealing his girlfriend’s laptop and phone during a domestic dispute. The devices, recovered by authorities, helped track him as he fled the city, leading officers on a dangerous pursuit through Prospect and Bethany, culminating in his arrest in Danbury area.

According to initial reports:

• Skeete allegedly attempted to steal a car during the pursuit.
• He struck a Connecticut State Police vehicle before evading capture.
• Local Waterbury police and state troopers coordinated efforts across multiple towns to locate him.

This chase is now tied to a series of serious charges spanning multiple jurisdictions.

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Waterbury Court Docket (GA 4):

Skeete was arraigned in Waterbury GA 4 on November 7, 2025. Charges include:

• Reckless driving
• Failure to drive in proper lane
• Failure to comply with passing on right rules
• Operating a motor vehicle without a license
• Evading responsibility causing injury or property damage (two counts)

He was released under a promise to appear, ( STILL IN CUSTODY- this is a paperwork designation) with the next court date scheduled for November 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM.

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Danbury Court Dockets (GA 3 and JD):

D03D-MV25-0402592-S (Arrest: 11/7/2025, CSP Troop A)

• Reckless driving
• Engaging police in pursuit
• Evade responsibility causing physical injury
• First-degree reckless endangerment (misdemeanor)
• Interfering with officer/resisting arrest (misdemeanor)
• Plead Not Guilty to all charges
• Pre-trial scheduled for November 24, 2025, 10:00 AM
• Detained / No bond set

D03D-CR25-0200881-S (Arrest: 11/10/2025, Danbury Police)

• Violation of protective order (felony)
• Second-degree harassment
• Second-degree breach of peace
• Second-degree criminal mischief
• Plead Not Guilty to all charges
• Pre-trial scheduled for November 24, 2025, 10:00 AM
• $25,000 bond

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Why This Matters:
Skeete’s case highlights the dangers of high-speed pursuits and the serious consequences when incidents escalate across multiple towns. Residents of Waterbury, Prospect, and Bethany are reminded of the risks of confrontations spiraling out of control.

The Waterbury Times will provide continued coverage of this case as it unfolds