At around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Bristol police received a 911 call of a possible domestic violence incident between two siblings at a home located at 310 Redstone Hill Rd. It contains violence and gunshots. What can you legally do in this Crews Quell 2-Alarm Fire at Bristol Manufacturing Facility, Hartford Man Drives Dead Girlfriend To Police Department To Confess, Police Say, New Memorial Boulevard Bridge to honor city's soldiers, clock-making history, This Week in Connecticut: Bristol mayor, police chief reflect on tragedy six months later. The Hereford Bulls defeated Harford Tech, 37-24, in the Class 2A state quarterfinals on Friday night. A third law enforcement officer was also shot and remains seriously injured, the agency said. Rt. The district said DeMonte was not only a member of the Middletown High School Class of 2005, but also the son of former employee Mona Heidel. The Bristol Police Department announced a vigil for DeMonte and Hamzy on Thursday at Bristol Eastern High School, 632 King St. The second officer, DeMonte, later died at the hospital. Neighbors in the area said it was around 10:43 p.m.-10:45 p.m. when they saw police arriving at the home with their lights off. They will be traveling on Route 6 then to Route 4. State Police said their preliminary investigation has revealed that the 911 call may have been placed to lure law enforcement into an ambush. The three officers who responded to a call in Bristol Wednesday night were ambushed, police revealed. State police said that the shooting was an isolated incident and that there was no threat to the public. One of the officers was escorted from Bristol to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner at 7 a.m. As the procession headed to Farmington, Gov. The scene in Bristol after two police officers were killed on Redstone Hill Road Thursday night. Dustin DeMonte, 35, and Officer Alex Hamzy, 34. Staff at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford cared for Officer Alec Iurato before he was discharged late Thursday morning. Bristol police identified the officers who died as 35-year-old Sgt. We just, like, hearing the gunshots like pop pop pop pop pop pop up and stop, and then stop for maybe 30 seconds and then another round pop pop pop pop pop and then it just stopped. The suspect immediately began firing, striking all three of them. Again, please be patient as the scene is still very active and fluid, UPDATE: There were 3 officers involved in this OIS. This is a carousel. A procession of law enforcement officers will escort the two officers from Bristol Hospital to the state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Farmington. BRISTOL, Conn. The opioid crisis, especially Fentanyl, has become a nationwide issue. Copyright 2022 WFSB. Dustin Demonte, Officer Alex Hamzy, and Officer Alec Iurato, 2 Bristol officers killed, 1 seriously injured in shooting: State police, Bristol bakery opens for first responders after 2 officers killed. He is and was a warrior for his community.. "You get the bad rap for some of the things that happen in this world for first responders, some of the cops and everything, but watching this, it just restores your faith in humanity, and it makes everything feel good.". He directed flags to be lowered to half-staff on Thursday and remain lowered "until sunset on the date of interment, which has not yet been determined.". He loved his job. Farmington Avenue and State Route 6 were shut down for several hours so the Bristol Police Department C.A.R.S. Police told the news station they found an impromptu operating setup, medication and equipment such as dental drills, suction machines and a portable X-ray machine in the hotel room. "We will never forget their sacrifice to their city and this country.". He spends far too much time thinking about the Boston Celtics. DeMontes former professors in the Criminology Department are struggling to make sense of this tragedy, like many of you. "It was scary as hell," she said. From folk to rock to R&B, Connecticut has contributed immensely to the world of music. Connecticut State Police said another closure had been planned in Plymouth for a procession honoring Officer Alex Hamzy. Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould identified the fallen officers as Sgt. He said he was told he was the first EMS member on scene when Newington Officer Peter Lavery was shot and killed after responding to a domestic violence call in 2004. The events began around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday when the Bristol Police Department received a phone call reporting a domestic violence incident at 300 block of Redstone Hill Road. NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) Its been six months since two Bristol police officers were shot and killed in the line of duty. Slisz said he had known Hamzy since the two were kids and the two had eventually taken a similar path. Ned Lamont announced that he would be ordering U.S. and state flags to be lowered to half-staff in honor of the fallen officers. 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The department also said the Bristol Police Union has established a fund to support the families at Thomaston Savings Bank. Suspect was at local bar before deadly police shooting, sources say. The officers were transported to Bristol Health, where Channel 3 saw a heavy police presence. Hamzy and Demonte were fatally struck with one pronounced dead at the scene and the other after he was rushed to Bristol Hospital. His death was ruled a homicide. Tami McBreairty said shed known Hamzy since he was 5 years old. Nicholas Brutcher was fatally shot at the scene, officials said, while Nathan Brutcher was shot and taken to St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. BRISTOL, CT (WFSB) - Lake Compounce revealed its summer concert lineup for 2023. . His brother, 32-year-old Nathan Brutcher, was also hurt. A Connecticut man was recently arrested for allegedly performing dental procedures without a license, WFSB reported April 17. Dustin DeMonte brought joy and laughter to the lives of his loved ones, his brother said in an interview with Hearst Connecticut Media Group Thursday. Affordability requirements will expire on thousands of CT units, while others are likely to fall into disrepair and become unsafe. State; Newington Town Crier; Sports; Entertainment. Do you have a noisy neighbor? She can be reached atjglatz@fox61.com. When the officers arrived, state police said Nicholas Brutcher killed Hamzy upon arrival. []. Dustin DeMonte and Officer Alex Hamzy, were killed last night while heroically serving their community, and a third officer is severely injured," Murphy said. Words cant explain it. Bristol police said Thursday a fund for the families of the officers has also been established at Thomaston Savings Bank through the police union, called the "Bristol Police Heroes Fund.". Two and a half hours later at 5:40 a.m., police confirmed that two officers were killed in the shooting. 131 North Main Street Bristol, CT 06010 Phone: 860-584-3011 Crime Watch E-mail Anonymous Tips Line: (860) 585-TIPS (8477) The East Hartford Police and Health Department are holding the Drug Enforcement Administrations Take Back Day on April 22nd to allow residents to dispose of expired, unwanted, and unused prescription medications. Your April 17 morning update from Channel 3 Eyewitness News. Law enforcement at the scene in Bristol, Conn., Oct. 13, 2022, after two officers were shot and killed while responding to a domestic call. According to officials, 52-year-old Pedro Grajalez walked into the Hartford Police Department just before 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Wagner's Javier Ezquerra missed the game-tying 3-pointer in the final seconds as Central Connecticut State holds on to be the Seahawks 58-57. . Bristol officer Alec Iurato was released from St. Francis Hospital in Hartford on Oct. 13 following a shooting that killed two of his colleagues. According to officials, 52-year-old Pedro Grajalez walked into the Hartford Police Department just before 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Dustin DeMonte and 34-year-old Officer Alex Hamzy. The home was being renovated and was unoccupied at the time. "If I had to guess, Id say it was 30 shots, Ghiroli said. Police said the pair were riding the "e-bike" early Wednesday morning when they were struck by a vehicle on Farmington Avenue. He was inducted into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame and received the Courage in Service Award. The Bulls will now play top-seed Kent Island on Tuesday or Wednesday in the state semifinals at a site to be determined. I hope you will reach out and comfort anyone who is feeling the pain of this loss today. Another officer was escorted from Bristol to Farmington at 11 a.m. Bristol police are enforcing alternating one-way traffic weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and various temporary closings or brief detours may be necessary during the peak of construction. In a statement, Westport police said the department "extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow officers of the two brave Bristol police officers who gave their lives in service to their community.". Weather 23C Wednesday 14 | 24C Thursday 13 | 27C He has since been charged with first-degree murder. He was a very kind-hearted person, Slisz said. Officer Alec Iurato, released from the hospital Thursday after being shot during the response to the incident on Redstone Hill Road, was commended last year after helping prevent a suicide attempt, according to the Bristol Press. Martin Looney, D-New Haven and Bob Duff, D-Norwalk, joined other politicians Thursday in mourning the deaths of Sgt. We asked BestReviews cooking expert Andrea Boudewijn for her best recommendations for Mothers Day gifts. Dustin DeMonte was fatally shot alongside Officer Alex Hamzy in October 2022. Dustin Demonte (left); Officer Alex Hamzy (right). Ned Lamont and Lt. Gov. Bristol police said Saturday that after Iurato was struck, he returned fire, which killed Nicholas. "I know Sgt. He was overall an amazing person, Makayla DeMonte said. Christine Jeltema provides an update on the Bristol police shooting Thursday morning. The AGR . Footage captures a homeowner fighting off four carjackers from his own driveway.The shocking incident happened in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, on Monday 10 April.In the footage, one of the attackers is seen wrestling with the victim, before three more join the assault and begin kicking him and beating him.They flee the scene as a voice is heard shouting: Im calling the cops.The doorbell camera footage has been released by the Rocky Hill Police Department as part of an appeal to catch the four assailants.Click here to sign up for our newsletters. Officers line Redstone Hill Road near where two officers were killed Thursday night in Bristol. Officer Alex Iurato, who was wounded, returned fire by shooting and killing one of the suspects. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation, a nonprofit founded in the wake of 9/11 to support fallen first responders and their families, announced Thursday that it would pay off the mortgage on the home of Sgt. Dustin DeMonte was married with two children, ages 3 and 2, with a third baby on the way, Philip DeMonte said. They are the true recipients of this award. Connecticut State Police remained on scene as the sun rose at Red Stone Hill Road in Bristol, Conn. Thursday, Oct. 13, after a shooting that killed two Bristol police officers overnight. State police said the man who opened fire was shot and pronounced dead at the scene. Madeline Scotti was set to play the Ingenue in her high school's production of INDECENT when the show was banned by her school board. That resulted in the police department coming into contact with Nicholas Brutcher. It was like a war zone.". We ask your thoughts and prayers be with the families, the officer and all those impacted. According to the medical examiners office, Hamzy and DeMonte sustained several gunshot wounds. Earlier this month, Iurato was inducted into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame and received the Courage in Service Award. Younger brother Nathan Brutcher also was shot. Bristol Mayor Jeff Caggiano announced a vigil will be held at Bristol Eastern High School at 5:30 p.m. and a Bristol Police Heroes Fund has been established: Stay with Channel 3 for continuing coverage. Liz Hardaway is a breaking news reporter with Hearst Connecticut Media Group. Bristol PD is asking for help from the community in finding out who drove into the gate on Ronzo Road. The event will also provide free COVID-19 test kits, Deterra pouches, and Narcan (naloxone) kits to residents on a first come, first serve basis. The Friday procession included officers from neighboring police agencies in towns and cities that included Newtown, Newington, East Hartford and West Hartford. Man arrested for running illegal dental operation in a Danbury hotel room, Meriden police: Father and son sexually assaulted woman in basement, East Haven police announce major break in cold case from 1975. Lt. Dustin DeMonte and Sgt. NewsBreak provides latest and breaking Bristol, CT local news, weather forecast, crime and safety reports, traffic updates, event notices, sports, entertainment, local life and other items of interest in the community and nearby towns. Dustin DeMonte, 35, and Officer Alex Hamzy, 34, who were both killed in Wednesday night's shooting, and the family of Officer Alec Iurato, 26. Fire officials investigate blaze at Stratford gun, Man accused of running dental operation at CT hotel, Tolland drops suspension case against adult club, Connecticut murder suspect caught in Ohio, Hartman goal in 2nd OT gives Wild 3-2 win over Stars, Draymond Green ejected from playoff game for flagrant, Kings beat Warriors 114-106 to take 2-0 series lead, Brewers ace Corbin Burnes leaves game with pectoral, Marchand, NHL-best Bruins top Panthers 3-1 in Game, Maxey, Embiid, Harris power 76ers to 96-84 win over, Marisa Brahney Lifestyle Expert: Spring Has Sprung! The man's brother was also wounded and was transferred to a hospital where his condition was not known on Thursday, state police said. Phil Vonella, the late commissioner of the Bristol Police Department wanted to address the threat by getting more K-9s for the patrol division. Sergeant DeMontes family spoke with Channel 3. (NewsNation) A disturbance of teenagers on the streets of Southern California led to looting and vandalism at a nearby gas station, one of the multiple unrests across the country involving young people. ROCKY HILL A Bristol man was sentenced Wednesday to 45 years in prison for his role in a Hartford murder almost two decades, according to the state Division of Criminal Justice. According to authorities, the Bristol Fire Department extricated the male entrapped in his car and then assessed him for injuries. Dustin DeMonte, 35, and Officer Alex Hamzy, 34. 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Toro, president of Central Connecticut State University, marked the death of Sgt. |. He would pick up extra shifts just because he liked working.. He didnt deserve what happened to him. He has so many amazing qualities. A vigil was held at Bristol Eastern High School on Thursday evening in the immediate aftermath of the shooting. He was overall an amazing person, DeMonte's sister, Makayla DeMonte, said. News. Stream Live onROKU:Add the channel from theROKU storeor by searching FOX61. ", "The men and women of Connecticuts law enforcement put their lives on the line every single day to keep the rest of us safe. The procession will start at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner on Route 4 in Farmington and continue the entire way to Terryville, a State Police spokesperson said. This is a significant decrease from this time last year. Fire officials say the fire A Hartford County resident experienced every homeowner's nightmare when her dog's late-night barking alerted her to a burglar inside of her home, police said. He was previously a reporter for the Danbury News-Times and the Ridgefield Press. Dustin DeMonte was a catcher on the Middletown High School baseball team, graduating in 2005 and then earned a bachelor's degree in criminology at Central Connecticut State University, his brother said. Connecticut State News . Your April 17 morning update from Channel 3 Eyewitness News. What can you legally do in this Crews Quell 2-Alarm Fire at Bristol Manufacturing Facility, Hartford Man Drives Dead Girlfriend To Police Department To Confess, Police Say, New Memorial Boulevard Bridge to honor city's soldiers, clock-making history, This Week in Connecticut: Bristol mayor, police chief reflect on tragedy six months later. He is being recognized for his courage and bravery while responding to a call in October 2022. Its surreal, just seeing all these people here," said retired EMS chief James Jehnings, of Bristol. Investigators said Officer Alec Iurato, also wounded in the attack, fired the single shot that killed the gunman. DeMontes friends and family are devastated by this terrible loss. The new building will add 18 more units, with one-bedroom and eight-bedroom units. The National Fraternal Order of Police, which bills itself as the countrys oldest and largest police union, blamed animosity toward law enforcement for encouraging and enabling acts of violence against police officers, such as Wednesday's shooting in which two Bristol officers were killed and a third was injured. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Lifestar also confirmed to Channel 3 that it responded to the area Wednesday night. BRISTOL Two police officers were killed and a third was seriously wounded after responding to a 911 call regarding an apparent domestic dispute between brothers at a Redstone Hill Road home late Wednesday, officials said. NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) It's been six months since two Bristol police officers were shot and killed in the line of duty. He is a 2014 graduate of Yorktown High School in Yorktown Heights, N.Y. Sgt. . The East Hartford Police and Health Department are holding the Drug Enforcement Administrations Take Back Day on April 22nd to allow residents to dispose of expired, unwanted, and unused prescription medications. The officer who was seriously wounded was identified as Alec Iurato, 26, who authorities said is recovering in the hospital. Pennsylvania State Police said they stopped the 39-year-old man Friday morning on I-78 in Williams Township for following another vehicle too closely and having part of his license plate covered. Sign up for the FOX61 newsletters:Morning Forecast, Morning Headlines, Evening Headlines. "I heard three rounds of 9 or 10 gunshots each.". In a statement, Lamont called the officer's "heroes," and said the shooting is a "devastating reminder of the dangers that police officers face every day to protect our families and neighbors from all kinds of situations. Third child of fallen Bristol Lt. Dustin DeMonte born. Speaking from the podium onstage, Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould remembered DeMonte and Hamzy as incredible, remarkable men.". Bristol police search for suspect who drove into ESPN security gate. The Bristol community continues to grieve and honor two officers who were killed in an ambush on Wednesday night. Madeline is coming to West Hartford, CT for a special post-show talk back on Saturday, February 11th after the 8pm performance. Rodriguez said he heard about 30 shots fired. She can be reached at, Have a story idea or something on your mind you want to share? Police said the 17-year-old was also transported to a hospital with serious injuries. Robert Barberstock, 53, was shot dead inside a house on Arthur Avenue North. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. I saw quite a few angry Waterbury residents on social media this week. BRISTOL, Conn. (WHDH) Two police officers have been killed and one is seriously injured in a shooting in Bristol, Connecticut, Wednesday night.Connecticut State Police. We send our deepest condolences are pray for them. Merrimack's game winner by Javon Bennett with 2 seconds remaining. Hartford District Chief Kyle Krupa talks about a fire his crews responded to at Charter Oak Place on Monday, April 17. Our community has been rocked. Hundreds attended a second vigil for slain Bristol police officers at the Bristol Police Station Friday night. FOX 61 | Connecticut breaking news, weather, traffic, sports and social media Bristol Ticket sales, concessions, and raffles all went back to Officers Hazmy and DeMonte's families. Meteorologist Mike Slifer tracked some showers A man has been charged with murder after police say he stabbed his own girlfriend. The incident happened in Glastonbury on Sunday, April 16 around 12:10 a.m., when a Williams Street East resident woke up to her dog's barking and saw a burglar who had entered her residence, according to Glastonbury Police. West Hartford is one of about 20 municipalities in the state with a positive test rate of 9.5%. Firefighters drape the American flag from a truck near where two police officers were killed Thursday night in Bristol. Christine Dempsey is a breaking news reporter with Hearst Connecticut Media group. Meteorologist Mike Slifer tracked some showers on Monday, along with a brief cool spell. Troopers identified the suspect as 35-year-old Nicholas Brutcher. In a statement, U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., said the slayings were "a senseless tragedy," saying his thoughts were with the officers' loved ones and Bristol police. Authorities identified the officers killed as Sgt. Hartford District Chief Kyle Krupa talks about a fire his crews responded to at Charter Oak Place on Monday, April 17. Connecticut, located in the northeastern region of the United States, has produced many talented musicians who have left their mark on the music industry. Neighbors said the scene "sounded like a warzone.". Your April 17 morning update from Channel 3 Eyewitness News. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, he has worked for the Valley Advocate, MassLive and The Register Citizen. DeMonteis survived by wife and two kids and was expecting a third child, authorities said. State police confirm two of the officers have died in the shooting, while a third was seriously wounded. 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