Tag: Crime
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Waterbury Double-Stabbing Update: Suspect Jose Ayala Charged in June Fatal Attack
Waterbury double-stabbing on June 28, 2025, leaves one dead and one injured. Suspect Jose Ayala charged with murder and first-degree assault; police cite personal dispute as motive.
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Feds: Waterbury Dealer Connected to William Street & Maple Avenue Drug Rings Gets 40 Months
Luis “P.R.” Munoz of Waterbury was sentenced to 40 months in federal prison after prosecutors linked him to a drug network operating on William Street and Maple Avenue. Federal agents seized cocaine, fentanyl, cash, and firearms during the investigation.
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FBI Arrest at Grand News LLC in Waterbury Causing a Stir in the Community

Breaking news in Waterbury, CT: FBI agents arrest an individual at Grand News LLC. No local police involvement reported. Stay updated on this developing story.
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Waterbury Police Arrest Man in West Main Street Drug and Firearm Investigation
Waterbury Police arrest Ambrose Easter, 36, at 370 West Main Street on Nov. 9, 2025. Firearm and multiple drugs seized; charged with narcotics and weapons offenses.
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Are Hit-and-Run Drivers Getting Off Easy in Waterbury? Two Dead, One in a Coma, Less Than 8 Years Behind Bars

Waterbury has seen three tragic hit-and-run crashes in recent years. From John Egan leaving Bryan Calle and a teen to die, to Christine McWeeney and Trae Pratt fleeing fatal crashes, the total jail time served by these drivers is shockingly low. Are Connecticut courts holding hit-and-run drivers accountable?
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Bridgeport Man Apprehended in Waterbury Suspected Arson: 24-Year-Old
Bridgeport resident Jalen Rasheed Skeete, 24, has been apprehended and charged in the Waterbury arson case. Skeete faces multiple felony counts including arson and evading police after an early-morning home break-in that escalated into regional pursuits. Investigation remains active; updates to follow.
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Waterbury Drug Raid Update: Guns, Drugs, & 12 Arrested in Waterbury Following Raid
Waterbury-On August 27, Waterbury police arrested 12 individuals after executing multiple search and seizure warrants in a coordinated effort targeting drug-related crimes.
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Waterbury Early-Morning Drug Raid at 140 Willow Street Leads to Multiple Arrests
Waterbury-A large-scale drug raid was executed this morning at 140 Willow Street, resulting in several arrests. The operation, which is part of an ongoing effort to address criminal activity and restore safety to the Hillside neighborhood, involved multiple law enforcement agencies, including air support.
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Shooting Fish in a Barrel: Waterbury’s “Quality of Life” Crackdown Misses the Mark
By D.M.Livingston Published August 8, 2025 Waterbury police recently announced a sweep of prostitution arrests in the Willow, Hillside, and Grove Street corridor, touting the operation as a “quality of life” victory. Yet for many local advocates and residents, the effort feels less like progress and more like punishment — aimed not at the root…
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What Is Recidivism? And Why It Matters to Waterbury’s Future
By Parker Jane Public Benefit Corporation / The Waterbury Times This article is part of a public education series from Parker Jane PBC, aligned with our stated public benefit mission: to inform, engage, and empower communities in pursuit of equity, economic opportunity, and civic well-being. Understanding Recidivism Recidivism refers to the tendency of individuals who have been…
