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Josh Lanier

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Josh Lanier started his reporting career in high school for his local newspaper. Many — many — years later, he’s still chasing leads for compelling stories. During his time writing for newspapers, magazines, and online publications, he’s covered everything from murderers to mommy bloggers, but his most interesting story is always the next one.


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Police & Fire
Bridgeport Man, 71, Struck By Car In Critical Condition; Police Searching For Witnesses Bridgeport Man, 71, Struck By Car In Critical Condition; Police Searching For Witnesses
Bridgeport Man, 71, Struck By Car In Critical Condition; Police Searching For Witnesses A 71-year-old Connecticut man who was hit by a car while crossing the street on Friday morning, June 26, is fighting for his life, officials said.  The crash happened around 6:52 a.m. near the intersection of Water Street and John Street in Bridgeport. A 29-year-old man was driving a Honda Civic north on Water Street when the vehicle passed through the intersection and struck the pedestrian, police said. Emergency crews arrived to find the victim lying in the roadway. They provided medical aid before transporting him to a local hospital, where he was listed in critical condition, autho…

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Police & Fire
Rehoboth Man Accused Of Driving To Meet 15-Year-Old Girl Who Was Actually Undercover Officer Rehoboth Man Accused Of Driving To Meet 15-Year-Old Girl Who Was Actually Undercover Officer
Rehoboth Man Accused Of Driving To Meet 15-Year-Old Girl Who Was Actually Undercover Officer A Massachusetts man was arrested after police say he drove to Rhode Island under the belief he would meet a 15-year-old girl with whom he'd exchanged sexually explicit messages.  Richard Lallier, 34, of Rehoboth, was arrested on June 17 as part of Operation Red Card, a child exploitation and human trafficking enforcement initiative led by the Rhode Island State Police and the FBI, the US Attorney for the District of Rhode Island said.  Lallier was charged with attempted enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity, attempted interstate travel for illicit sexual conduct …

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Police & Fire
'Sophisticated' Multi-State Burglary Crew Targeted Indian, Asian Families In Guilford: Police 'Sophisticated' Multi-State Burglary Crew Targeted Indian, Asian Families In Guilford: Police
'Sophisticated' Multi-State Burglary Crew Targeted Indian, Asian Families In Guilford: Police A burglary crew accused of targeting Indian and Asian families across several states has been linked to a Connecticut home break-in after police say stolen jewelry was recovered during traffic stops in New York City. Robinson Jean Paul Moncado-Patarroyo, 19, Yeison Estivan Gonzalez-Rodriguez, 20, Emerson Johan Rodriguez-Gomez, 25, and Daniel Alejandro Garcia-Arenas, 24, were arrested as part of the alleged burglary crew, Guilford police said.  The alleged quartet of crooks is accused of smashing the back windows of a home in Guilford while the family was away on a day trip, police said…

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Obituaries
Waterbury Father Of Young Daughter Dies Unexpectedly Weeks After Home Burns Down Waterbury Father Of Young Daughter Dies Unexpectedly Weeks After Home Burns Down
Waterbury Father Of Young Daughter Dies Unexpectedly Weeks After Home Burns Down A 34-year-old Connecticut father who died unexpectedly last week is being remembered for his sense of humor, outgoing personality, and deep love for his young daughter. His death came just weeks after he lost everything in a house fire, marking a second devastating blow for his family, according to an online fundraiser. Leonardo "Bebo" Feliciano Jr., of Waterbury, died Friday, June 19, at St. Mary's Hospital, according to his obituary. His family did not disclose a cause of death. The Brass City native graduated from Crosby High School and worked as a car detailer for years before finding h…

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Police & Fire
Norwalk Man Accused Of Exploiting Multiple CT Girls Through Snapchat, Faces Federal Charges Norwalk Man Accused Of Exploiting Multiple CT Girls Through Snapchat, Faces Federal Charges
Norwalk Man Accused Of Exploiting Multiple CT Girls Through Snapchat, Faces Federal Charges A Connecticut man already serving a prison sentence in New York now faces federal charges after investigators say they uncovered evidence that he exploited multiple girls through the social media app Snapchat.  Marcos Francisco Javier Gomez, 23, of Norwalk, was charged with production of child pornography, receipt or attempted receipt of child pornography, possession or attempted possession of child pornography, and transfer of obscene materials to a minor, according to the U.S. Attorney for the District of Connecticut.  According to court documents, Gomez was arrested by the Putn…

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Police & Fire
Town Man Charged With Groping Juvenile Jogger Near Wilton High School Town Man Charged With Groping Juvenile Jogger Near Wilton High School
Town Man Charged With Groping Juvenile Jogger Near Wilton High School Police say a man groped a juvenile jogger near a Connecticut high school earlier this week, and officers tracked down the suspect after spotting a vehicle that matched the description. Scott Dobos, 24, of Wilton, is accused of sexually assaulting a juvenile who was jogging near Wilton High School before the victim escaped and found help, authorities said. The incident happened just before 11 a.m. Sunday, June 21, in the area of Allen's Meadows, according to Wilton police. Authorities said the juvenile was exercising outdoors when a man approached, gave his name, and attempted to start a co…

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Police & Fire
Norwich Teen Killed After Car Crashes Into Tree Just Days Before Birthday: Police Norwich Teen Killed After Car Crashes Into Tree Just Days Before Birthday: Police
Norwich Teen Killed After Car Crashes Into Tree Just Days Before Birthday: Police A Connecticut teenager was killed after her car crashed into a tree on a highway on-ramp earlier this week, according to Connecticut State Police. Leilani Robinson, 18, of Norwich, crashed a 2006 Lexus at the Montville-Connector on-ramp in Waterford shortly before 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25, police said. She would have turned 19 three days later.  Troopers say Robinson veered onto the left shoulder, overcorrected, went through the grassy median on the right side of the road, and crashed into a tree. She was pronounced dead at the scene.  The cause of the crash remains under inve…

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Police & Fire
Convicted Felon Arrested At Courthouse After Probe Finds Gun, Cocaine At Norwalk Home: Police Convicted Felon Arrested At Courthouse After Probe Finds Gun, Cocaine At Norwalk Home: Police
Convicted Felon Arrested At Courthouse After Probe Finds Gun, Cocaine At Norwalk Home: Police A Connecticut man was arrested at a courthouse after a narcotics investigation led police to search his home, vehicle, and person, where investigators said they found cocaine, a firearm, cash, and drug packaging materials. Jesmar Velazquez, 37, was taken into custody Thursday, June 25, by the Norwalk police, with help from the Tactical Response Team, at Stamford Superior Courthouse. Police said he was there for an unrelated court matter. Investigators said Velazquez was the subject of three active arrest warrants charging him with the sale and possession of a controlled substance. Officers …

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Police & Fire
Baltic Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $7K From Connecticut Medicaid Program Baltic Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $7K From Connecticut Medicaid Program
Baltic Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $7K From Connecticut Medicaid Program A Connecticut woman is accused of collecting thousands of dollars from Connecticut's Medicaid program for services investigators say she never provided. Ashley Chapman, 27, of Baltic, was arrested earlier this month and charged with one count of health insurance fraud and one count of larceny in the first degree by defrauding a public community, the Office of the Chief State's Attorney said.  Chapman worked as a personal care assistant in Connecticut's Medicaid-funded PCA program. The program pays caregivers to help people with permanent, severe, and chronic disabilities remain in…

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Police & Fire
Person Killed After Climbing Atop Metro-North Train, Touching Live Overhead Wire In Southport Person Killed After Climbing Atop Metro-North Train, Touching Live Overhead Wire In Southport
Person Killed After Climbing Atop Metro-North Train, Touching Live Overhead Wire In Southport A person died after climbing on top of a Metro-North train and coming into contact with electrified overhead wires at the Southport station, prompting a major emergency response and service disruptions for commuters. The incident happened around 1:29 p.m. Thursday, June 25, at the Southport Metro-North station, according to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Department.  Police said the operator of a train requested police and medical assistance after reporting a disorderly person on board. Investigators determined a confrontation had happened inside the train. The perso…

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