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Two People Arrested in Groton After Allegedly Breaking into Vehicles
A police officer sustained minor injuries after chasing two people officials said were breaking into vehicles in Groton on Tuesday. Around 11:06 p.m., Groton police officers responded to the village of Noank, a section of Groton, on a report that two males were breaking into vehicles. Responding officers said they witnessed two males dressed in dark clothing running from the…
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One Dead After Motorcycle Accident in Groton
One man is dead after being ejected from his vehicle Friday night in Groton, according to officials. According to the Groton Town Police Department, around 6:15 p.m. multiple emergency crews responded to the area of Sandy Hollow Road and Allyn Street for a report of a single-vehicle crash. Police said witnesses on the scene reported that a motorcycle had crashed…
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Ledyard Man Arrested for Having Gun, Drugs in His Car During Traffic Stop: Police
Groton Police have arrested man on gun and drug charges following a traffic stop Sunday. Officials said they pulled the man over because of equipment violations on Route 12 in the area of Hickory Drive. The incident happened at approximately 3:30 a.m. Responding officers said they smelled marijuana when approaching his car. The Ledyard man admitted to having a small…
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Man Injured After Crashing Into Store in Groton: PD
A man was injured after police said he crashed his truck into a store in Groton on Saturday afternoon. Multiple police officers were also taken to the hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation after the crash caused a fire. Dispatchers received several 911 calls stating a vehicle had driven through the front entrance of the Northern Lights Smoke Shop…
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Suspect Assaulted Man, Then Injured Dog While Crashing Stolen Truck: Police
A 67-year-old man was leaving a store in Groton early Thursday evening when another man assaulted him, stole his pickup with his dog inside and later crashed, according to police. Thursday night, at approximately 6:25 p.m., Groton Town Police Patrol Division responded to Groton Square, 220, Route 12, after a victim reported he was robbed and his vehicle had been…
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Groton Police Arrest Man Accused of Setting Occupied Motor Home on Fire
Groton police have arrested a Montville man who is accused of setting a motor home on fire while someone was inside last month.
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Pepper Spray Incident at Stonington Senior Prom Was Accidental: Police
Two kids were transported to the hospital after an irritant was found in the air near the dance floor at the hotel where a Stonington prom was being held on Saturday.
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Body Cam Footage Shows Groton Officer Dragged by Car
Body camera footage shows the frightening moments a Groton police officer was dragged by a car during a traffic stop last year, highlighting the dangers officers face even during routine stops.
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General Dynamics Employee Accused of Threatening Other Workers
A General Dynamics employee faces charges after allegedly making a threat against the lives of several other employees, according to City of Groton police.
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Norwich Police Looking for Votes on $2.7M Radio Upgrade After Static, Signal Drops
Norwich police are hoping voters will approve funds for a radio upgrade as they manage issues with static and dropped signals on their aging system.
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Jury Deliberates in Dante Hughes Murder Trial
Jury deliberations continue in New London Superior Court for the murder trial of Dante Hughes. The 32-year-old is accused of shooting and killing Joey Gingerella in the parking lot of Ryan’s Pub in Groton in December of 2016.
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3 Motorcycles Stolen Overnight in Groton
Three motorcycles were stolen from homes in Groton overnight and police are trying to track down the suspects.
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Man Arrested After Attempting to Kidnap Teen in City of Groton: Police
City of Groton Police have arrested a convicted sex offender accused of attempting to kidnap a teenager last month.
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Groton Police Arrest Domestic Violence Suspect, Area Lockdowns Lifted
Groton Town Police have arrested a suspect in a domestic violence incident on Friday.
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City of Groton Police Release Sketch of Attempted Abduction Suspect
City of Groton police have released a sketch of a man accused of attempting to kidnap a teenage girl who was walking along Shore Avenue Monday.
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Over 100 Bags of Heroin, Other Drugs Seized From Car in Groton: PD
Police in Groton seized over 100 bags of heroin and other drugs from a car in Groton on Tuesday.
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Police ID Body Found Near Spicer's Marina in Groton
Authorities have identified a body found in the area of Spicer’s Marina in the Noank section of Groton last week.
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Body of Man Found Near Spicer's Marina in Groton: Police
A male body has been found in the area of Spicer’s Marina in the Noank section of Groton, authorities said.
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City of Groton Implementing New Autism Safety Software
The city of Groton is taking steps to better assist citizens on the autism spectrum.
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Suspect Dragged Officer for a Mile at Speeds Nearing 50 MPH: Police
A Groton police officer was taken to the hospital after the driver he tried to stop dragged him for a mile at speeds up to 50 miles per hour, according to police.