Tag: LAW
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Guilty Plea for Waterbury Superior Court House Murder Suspect
A woman has admitted to her role in the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Jarron Michael Chapman outside a Waterbury courthouse last March. Deera Nelson, 22, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit murder, attempted murder, and hindering prosecution. As part of a deal with prosecutors, she will testify against her co-defendants and others involved, in exchange…
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GUNS R’ US. The Brass City once made shell casing for WWII…We’ll let you find the irony in that.
With yet another murder in the Brass City by gun-fire the question becomes when will it stop? We use to fight to settle our disagreements. Black eyes, bloody noses, and ” we live to fight another day”. I know, That’s from ” Friday” and life ain’t a movie. Many of us live above the noise…
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Waterbury Shooting: Gunfire Erupts on Angel Drive, 1 Injured
Waterbury, CT faces a surge in gun violence, including a recent shooting on Oakville Avenue. This editorial calls on Chief Spagnola and Mayor Pernerewski to address the crisis with urgency, accountability, and a clear plan to restore public safety.
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New Waterbury Drive- What Should Be Done About These Car Thefts in Waterbury
What Should Be Done About These Car Thefts? A 16-year-old is facing multiple charges after allegedly striking several vehicles, including two police cruisers, while driving a stolen car in Waterbury. According to authorities, the teenager from Waterbury has been charged with theft of a motor vehicle, second-degree criminal trover, interfering with an officer, three counts…
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Waterbury Superior Court Set for a Busy Summer.
Waterbury, CT Waterbury, known to locals as the Brass City, has been rocked by a wave of violent crimes this spring, leading to a packed summer docket at the local courthouse. The community is reeling from multiple high-profile cases, each adding to the city’s growing concerns over public safety and justice. Allen Bell: The Murder…
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Another Hit and Run Death in the Brass City.
Is It Time to Increase Punishments for Hit-and-Run Drivers Who Cause Death? The recent hit-and-run death in Waterbury, Connecticut, has once again brought to the forefront the grave issue of hit-and-run incidents in our state. As communities mourn the loss of their loved ones, there is a growing call for stricter penalties for those who…
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Killing Ants with Sledgehammers or does Law Enforcement need to fight Fire with Fire?
Recent footage from a dashcam video provided by the New Haven Police Department may spark a debate on the utilization of force by law enforcement officers. The video captures a moment where an officer intervenes to stop a reckless ATV rider speeding down a crowded walkway, may raise some questions about where the line is…
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Allan Bell Arrested for Fatal Stabbing of Wife in Waterbury
Allen Bell Arrested for Murder in Waterbury Domestic Stabbing The Waterbury Times can confirm that 35-year-old Allen Bell was arrested today for murder. Bell is accused of stabbing his wife in the neck, resulting in her death. The couple lived together with their 5-year-old child, who was home at the time of the incident. Bell is being held on $1 million bond and faces murder…
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Friday Morning Stabbing in Waterbury: Latest Update
East Main Street Stabbing in Waterbury: Woman Injured Sources report that a woman was stabbed by her husband this morning on East Main Street in Waterbury. Unconfirmed reports suggest that the husband was recently treated at a local hospital and was expected to be held for 72 hours, but was released prior to the incident. Authorities have not yet confirmed…

