(Credit: Connecticut Office of the Inspector General), The Connecticut Office of the Inspector General on Sunday released body camera footage and a preliminary report of last weeks Bristol police shooting, saying Nicholas Brutcher, who was ultimately killed in the deadly episode, had first fired "well over 80 rounds attacking the officers from behind.". Investigators work the scene where multiple people were shot including police officers when a SWAT team attempted to serve a homicide warrant in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. West Haven high-needs students on pace with peers, officials say, Where Stamford's Life Time Fitness lawsuit stands in 2023, Torrington officials eye new rules for trash disposal, recycling, Police: CT thief 'violently' pulled driver from car in getaway, Gov. 3. Christine Jeltema said. Officer Alex Hamzy was an 8-year veteran of the Bristol Police Department. He was a lifelong resident of Bristol and attended Bristol High School. Sgt. Schoemaker-Gonzalez then crashed the stolen Dodge Durango in Farmington on Scott Swamp Road, or Route 6, police said. Christine is a veteran reporter with decades of experience at newspapers in Connecticut and New York, including The Bristol Press, the Journal Inquirer and The Hartford Courant. Brutcher, 35, played at the same time as convicted killer and former NFL star Aaron Hernandez. Shoemaker-Gonzalez drove away from the area, traveling for more than 2 miles before crashing the police car into Palma's Diner on Stafford Avenue in Bristol, the inspector general said. O'Brien Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Thomas F. Winters, 58 years old, resigned shortly after they were suspended. Hernandez had just been acquitted of murder charges in the shooting deaths of two men in Boston in 2012. Corey Borges, 18, 39 Norton St., Bristol, following too close w/ accident, operate mv without license . The shooting occurred around 6:00 a.m., soon after officers tried to serve the warrant in North Philadelphia. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much Ashley Hernandez-DeJesus, 28, and Rocky Hernandez-DeJesus, 31, who previously lived in Bristol and now report residing in New Britain, faced a judge last week in New Britain Superior Court where they each pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree manslaughter, first-degree unlawful restraint, intentional cruelty to persons, risk of injury to a minor and conspiracy to commit risk of injury to a minor. Julia Musto is a reporter for Fox News and Fox Business Digital. Police said Ryng, a member of the Connecticut Army National Guard, fatally shot his wife, Kyla, in their Bristol home in June 2014 and then turned the gun on himself. Jesse is especially interested in Connecticut history, crime, veterans affairs and news of the weird. After knocking on a door, the SWAT team was immediately met by gunfire, said Philadelphia First Deputy Police Commissioner John Stanford. Body cam footage shows a Bristol police officer firing a single shot that took down the killer after the officer was ambushed, leaving him wounded and two fellow officers dead. As Brutcher stepped out, gunfire erupted, the report says. Dustin Demonte, 10.5 years of service. ET Wednesday, Bristol police received a 911 call about a possible domestic incident between two siblings, Connecticut State Police Sgt. The official account of the City of Bristol, CT Police Department. Did you encounter any technical issues? Officer Alex Iurato, 26, was transported to St. Francis Hospital in Hartford for surgery after sustaining a severe gunshot wound. The Southington Chamber of Commerce hosted a panel of public and private sector experts who provided analysis of the state and local economic climate Tuesday at Manor Inn. He was last released from incarceration to parole in the community in September, DOC records show. A judge said Friday during his arraignment that she was hoping he would be out of the hospital by his next court date on Jan. 27. The Associated Press contributed to this report. ET Wednesday, Bristol police received a 911 call about a possible domestic incident between two siblings, Connecticut State Police Sgt. MISSING GEORGIA TODDLER QUINTON SIMON LIKELY DEAD; POLICE NAME MOTHER AS PRIME SUSPECT. 2. Phone number: 860-584-0501 Hamzy is survived by his wife, parents and two sisters. Iurato takes cover behind a parked vehicle and fires toward a driveway. Connecticut State Police Iurato, 26, underwent surgery for a "severe gunshot wound and is currently recovering,". Throughout his career, he has received several awards, including the silver star, officer of the month, and co-recipient for officer of the year in 2019, Gould said. 7. Legal Statement. New Britain native Richard R. King, 72, passed away on Jan. 10, 2023 in Palm Bay, FL, after a long battle with Parkinson's. Market data provided by Factset. 131 North Main Street Bristol, CT 06010 Phone: 860-584-3011 Crime Watch E-mail Anonymous Tips Line: (860) 585-TIPS (8477) A Warner Bros. The suspect Roberta (Collins) Marquis, 78, of Terryville, wife of Joseph Marquis, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, at Bristol Hospital in Bristol. Ned Lamont proposes tax cut for CT businesses, Police: Worker injured by falling tree in Woodstock, Downtown Danbury's Fresh Juice Bar to reopen under new ownership, CT officials determine pickup afloat in pond was stolen, Police: CT driver killed by traffic on Route 8, Committee chooses Pioli over party-endorsed Burke for BOE seat, may have lured officers to a Redstone Hill Road home, had an apparent run-in with police at a local bar. Shootings of officers highlight a rise in violence, distrust. Milton was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church and Jacklin Rod and Gun Club. ET Wednesday, Bristol police received a 911 call about a possible domestic incident between two siblings, Connecticut State Police Sgt. He was a fan of the Boston Red Sox. He completed parole and his nine-month prison sentence for a 2021 violation of a protective order conviction on Dec. 15, records show. Address: 188 Main St. 2023 Cable News Network. To report an emergency, dial 911. . su np zy bk The incident unfolded at approximately 10:42 p.m. on Oct. 12 when three Bristol police officers Sergeant Dustin DeMonte, Officer Alex Hamzy and Officer Alec Iurato responded to 310 Redstone. This is a carousel. Gould said the Bristol officers epitomized bravery in policing, just like so many officers do every day. They answered a call to duty, and they responded without hesitation, he said. As the community continues to grieve the loss of Lt. Dustin. Hernandez died by suicide in 2017 after being convicted of murder. The three incidents happened on Buckley Avenue, Carol Drive and Emmett Streetall within about a two-mile radius, according to police. Law enforcement organization Bristol Connecticut Police Department | Bristol CT Lt. Geoffrey Lund said Bristol police responded to three separate catalytic converter thefts between Saturday night and Sunday morning. It remains unclear whether Nathan had shot at officers. Words cannot express the sadness and grief, Gould said. Alaska State Troopers. BRISTOL Two people charged in the death of a 4-year-old Bristol girl have pleaded not guilty to felony charges. The Bristol Police Department is located at 303 E. Vistula Street Bristol Indiana. PLAINVILLE, CT 1 DAY AGO The investigation is still in its preliminary stages. BRISTOL Nicholas Brutcher, the heavily armed man who police said fired more than 80 rounds at officers in a deadly ambush last week, became the third accused killer from a Bristol Central High School football team that played together in the mid-2000s. Officer Alec Iurato was wounded but able to shoot and kill Brutcher, the inspector generals office said. Gov. After being shot in the leg, Iurato managed to make his way around the house and back to a police car, the inspector generals office said. Philadelphia SWAT officers were 'immediately met by gunfire' while trying to serve a warrant. Tomek L. Paluch, 33, of 370 Emmet St., Bristol (last known address), was charged July 8 with third degree larceny. No photographs of him were immediately available. Iurato fired one shot, striking and killing Nicholas Brutcher. Frank lived his early years in Cambria Heights, Queens, NY. BRISTOL A Plainville man was arrested last week for allegedly firing a gun during a domestic incident in Bristol. Columnist John Breunig has a conversation with former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund about what Americans saw on Jan. 6, 2021, and what they Haar: Colleague's wrong-way crash death prods lawmakers to act, 10 criminal cases to watch in Connecticut in 2023, Haar: Pepperidge Farm head office to exit CT for NJ with 170 jobs, After 350 years, the name of a CT river could be changed. Officer Alec Iurato was wounded but able to shoot and kill Brutcher, the inspector generals office said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Officer Alec Iurato is a 4th-year member of the Bristol Police Department. All rights reserved. Intentional killings of officers reach 20-year high, FBI says. Christine Jeltema said. Police, via the departments Facebook page, released photos of the man they believe stole a number of fragrances during a theft at Ulta Beauty, located at 240 New Britain Ave. He worked for Pratt & Whitney Company from 1981, until he retired in 1998. Written by Bristol Police report the following: Nov. 1 Jeffrey Armington, 49, 530 Burlington Ave., Bristol, two counts - violation of probation Monay Andrea Arroyo, 31, 33 Lester Dr., Waterbury, failure to insure private motor vehicle Jonathan Dowjat, 39, 45 Willis St., Bristol, second-degree failure to appear Hernandez, the former New England Patriots tight end, died by suicide in his Massachusetts prison cell in April 2017. ET Wednesday, Bristol police received a 911 call about a possible domestic incident between two siblings, Connecticut State Police Sgt. Bristol, CT 06010 Phone: 860-584-6100 Staff Directory; Helpful Links. Written by Bristol Police report the following: Oct. 15 No Arrests Oct. 16 Chad Bezio, 42, 31 Haviland St., Bristol, first-degree criminal trespass, violation of protective order Jesse Rolla Eldred, 34, 66 Woodard Dr., Bristol, breach of peace Stefano Pollastro, 45, 127 Willis St., Bristol, failure to drive upon right Oct. 17 Noon, Sr. The police answered a call at 10:42 PM in Bristol, Connecticut and three officers arrived on the scene. Legal Statement. The three wounded officers are expected to recover, Commissioner Danielle M. Outlaw said. Oh my God, I played football with those guys. Bristol Press Plainville police blotter Justin Rondeau, 42, of 49 Colonial Court, was charged July 8 with assault on personnel, interfering/resisting arrest, disorderly conduct and second degree threatening. It is Alec Iurato. From that vantage point, he fired one shot striking and killing Nicholas Brutcher.. Slain Bristol police officers Dustin Demonte, left, and Alex Hamzy, right. Shots fired. 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Chad Bezio, 42, 31 Haviland St., Bristol, first-degree criminal trespass, violation of protective order, Jesse Rolla Eldred, 34, 66 Woodard Dr., Bristol, breach of peace, Stefano Pollastro, 45, 127 Willis St., Bristol, failure to drive upon right, Chad Bezio, 42, 31 Haviland St., Bristol, three counts first-degree failure to appear, Tristain James Mangiafico, 20, 51 Jerusalem Rd., Windham, improper use-marker/lic/rgstr, improper turn/stop no signal, failure to insure private motor vehicle, Jake Ratches, 23, 220 Greenwood Dr., Manchester, violation of protective order, Alan Labreck, 26, 26 Rita Dr., Bristol, second-degree breach of peace, two counts disorderly conduct, Cheyenne Lee Purvis-Thomassetti, 21, 156 Sheffield Ln., Bristol, disorderly conduct, second-degree threatening, David Agosto, 35, 126 Spring St., Meriden, crim vio of restraining order, Christopher Dancy, 33, 128 Collins St. PLAINVILLE Police are asking for help identifying a suspect in a retail theft reported Wednesday. The loss of two officers from the Bristol Police Department who were killed in the line of duty while responding to an emergency call of domestic violence is a senseless tragedy, and my prayers are with their families, loved ones, and fellow officers, the governor said. Officer Alec Iurato is a 4th-year member of the Bristol Police Department. 7 CT counties . Milton was a veteran serving in the Army. The Bristol, Connecticut police killings occurred on October 12, 2022, when two city law enforcement officers were shot and killed and another wounded while responding to a 911 call of a domestic dispute . It is the mission of the Bristol Police Department to protect and serve the community with integrity and professionalism. St., Bristol, operate/parks unregistered mv, disobeying signal of officer, failure to insure private motor vehicle, Oscar Antonio Santiago, 33, 79 Davis Dr., Bristol, pos control substance first offense, Christopher Solis, 54, 180 Davis Dr., Bristol, first-degree criminal trespass, bristolpress.com She also worked at the Sun Newspapers in Southwest Florida as a general assignment reporter covering politics, business, and health. Recently Fallen. Bristol police Officer Alex Hamzy and Sgt. The agency said the 911 call appeared to be a deliberate act to lure law enforcement to the scene.. Officer Alec Iurato was wounded. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. He is survived by his loving wife James Joseph Noon, Jr., 64 of Plainville, passed away on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. "They let the people of Bristol and all of the families that they harmed down. 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