Josh Lanier

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Josh Lanier has spent years chasing leads wherever they take him — from presidential campaigns and murderers to mommy bloggers. His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, and online publications. His favorite story is still the next one.

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Woodbury-Bethlehem, CT
Breaking News
Bethlehem Father Of 2 Dies After Snorkeling Emergency In Hawaii Bethlehem Father Of 2 Dies After Snorkeling Emergency In Hawaii Bethlehem Father Of 2 Dies After Snorkeling Emergency In Hawaii
Bethlehem Father Of 2 Dies After Snorkeling Emergency In Hawaii A Connecticut man on a Hawaii vacation with his family over the Christmas holiday died while snorkeling, authorities said.  Bryan Coppola, 61, of Bethlehem, suffered a medical emergency while snorkeling at the Ho‘okena Beach Park on Friday, Dec. 26, in South Kona, Hawaii Island Police said. A family member dragged him to the shore, where responders began CPR.  Paramedics rushed him to an area hospital, but doctors were unable to save the Danbury native.  “At this time, no foul play is suspected, and the investigation remains ongoing,” the police department said. Coppol…

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by Josh Lanier
North Branford, CT
Breaking News
Hamden Man Abused 2 Disabled Residents At North Branford Group Home: Police Hamden Man Abused 2 Disabled Residents At North Branford Group Home: Police Hamden Man Abused 2 Disabled Residents At North Branford Group Home: Police
Hamden Man Abused 2 Disabled Residents At North Branford Group Home: Police Police in Connecticut have arrested a 65-year-old man on charges that he abused two adults with developmental disabilities at a group home, authorities said.  Khatib Abbass, of Hamden, was charged with two counts each of second-degree reckless endangerment and disorderly conduct, according to North Branford police.   Officers began investigating Abass in August after receiving reports of a staffer at a group home on Deforest Drive in North Branford abusing a nonverbal 39-year-old man. Police reviewed surveillance tapes and spoke with the families of the alleged victims.&…

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by Josh Lanier
Wilton, CT
Breaking News
Urine-Soaked Drunk Driver Busted After Nearly Hitting Another Car In Wilton: Police Urine-Soaked Drunk Driver Busted After Nearly Hitting Another Car In Wilton: Police Urine-Soaked Drunk Driver Busted After Nearly Hitting Another Car In Wilton: Police
Urine-Soaked Drunk Driver Busted After Nearly Hitting Another Car In Wilton: Police Police in Wilton said they arrested a man for driving while intoxicated after he nearly crashed into another vehicle late last week. Espino Lester Benavides, 28, of Bridgeport, was arrested around 10:45 p.m. on Dec. 23, authorities said. An officer pulled him over on Danbury Road near Wilton Acres after an officer saw his 2010 Chevrolet Colorado make a turn without signaling and nearly strike another vehicle, Wilton police said. Police noted that he smelled of alcohol and had urinated on himself. Police arrested Benavides after he failed a field sobriety test, authorities said. He was cha…

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by Josh Lanier
Hartford, CT
Obituaries
Hartford Teen Killed In Christmas Hit-Run Crash Was 'Shining Light'; Police Search For Driver Hartford Teen Killed In Christmas Hit-Run Crash Was 'Shining Light'; Police Search For Driver Hartford Teen Killed In Christmas Hit-Run Crash Was 'Shining Light'; Police Search For Driver
Hartford Teen Killed In Christmas Hit-Run Crash Was 'Shining Light'; Police Search For Driver The family of a 14-year-old Connecticut boy who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Christmas night said he will be remembered for being a “shining light wherever he went.” Malachi James, 14, of Hartford, was killed and three others were seriously injured when a Tesla Cybertruck crashed head-on into their Toyota Camry on Cornwall Street, just south of Hebron Street, in Hartford, around 9:15 p.m.  The Cybertruck driver, who was borrowing the vehicle, climbed from the wreckage and ran away from the scene, Hartford police said. Officers are still working to locate the driver, but they ha…

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by Josh Lanier
Killingly-Danielson, CT
Breaking News
2 Arrested In Violent Christmas Eve Robbery In Killingly Drug Store Parking Lot 2 Arrested In Violent Christmas Eve Robbery In Killingly Drug Store Parking Lot 2 Arrested In Violent Christmas Eve Robbery In Killingly Drug Store Parking Lot
2 Arrested In Violent Christmas Eve Robbery In Killingly Drug Store Parking Lot A Connecticut man who was robbed in broad daylight outside of a Walgreens last week identified two of his attackers, authorities said, leading to their arrests.  Police in Killingly responded to a Christmas Eve robbery at the North Main Street store around noon. They arrived to find a Putnam man who said three men had jumped him in the parking lot and robbed him before running away.  Police say the man identified 37-year-old Clifford McNeill, of Killingly, and later 28-year-old Jai Hylton of Webster, Massachusetts, as two of the people who robbed him.  The victim s…

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by Josh Lanier
Waterbury, CT
Breaking News
Police ID Pedestrian Killed In Waterbury Hit-Run Crash As 43-Year-Old Woman Police ID Pedestrian Killed In Waterbury Hit-Run Crash As 43-Year-Old Woman Police ID Pedestrian Killed In Waterbury Hit-Run Crash As 43-Year-Old Woman
Police ID Pedestrian Killed In Waterbury Hit-Run Crash As 43-Year-Old Woman Authorities have identified a 43-year-old woman from Waterbury as the person killed in a hit-and-run crash over the weekend. Sabrina Starkey, 43, was killed after being struck by a car around 9:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28, near 410 Reidville Drive in Waterbury, police said. Waterbury officers were called to the area for reports of a car crashing into a pedestrian and then fleeing the scene. They arrived to find Starkey suffering from catastrophic injuries. Paramedics rushed her to a nearby hospital, where she later died from those injuries. Police continue to investigate the crash. Authoriti…

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by Josh Lanier
Waterbury, CT
Breaking News
Waterbury Teen, 15, Killed In New York Shooting, Another Child Wounded In Attack Waterbury Teen, 15, Killed In New York Shooting, Another Child Wounded In Attack Waterbury Teen, 15, Killed In New York Shooting, Another Child Wounded In Attack
Waterbury Teen, 15, Killed In New York Shooting, Another Child Wounded In Attack A 15-year-old Connecticut boy was killed over the weekend in a New York shooting, while another teenager was seriously wounded in the attack, authorities said.  Eric Aitken, 15, of Waterbury, died following a shooting at an Adee Avenue building in the Bronx around 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 27, police said. Aitken was shot in the chest and died at a hospital shortly after. A 14-year-old child was shot in the arm, but they are expected to survive.  Police are investigating the shooting, but no arrests have been made as of Monday morning.  Waterbury officials identified Ait…

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by Josh Lanier
West Hartford, CT
Breaking News
Hidden Fire Forces Evacuation At West Hartford Apartment Building Hidden Fire Forces Evacuation At West Hartford Apartment Building Hidden Fire Forces Evacuation At West Hartford Apartment Building
Hidden Fire Forces Evacuation At West Hartford Apartment Building Residents of a West Hartford apartment building were rushed to safety Friday afternoon, Dec. 26, after firefighters discovered a fire burning out of sight inside the walls, authorities said. The incident happened at West Hartford Fellowship Housing, located at 10 Starkel Road. West Hartford firefighters were called around 12:01 p.m. after reports of a burning odor inside an apartment. When crews arrived, they smelled smoke and saw signs of fire, but did not immediately locate the source. Crews later found an active fire hidden within the walls and ceiling of an apartment, officials said. F…

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by Josh Lanier
New Haven, CT
Breaking News
Man Drove Into 2 Pedestrians At New Haven Park On Christmas After Fight: Police Man Drove Into 2 Pedestrians At New Haven Park On Christmas After Fight: Police Man Drove Into 2 Pedestrians At New Haven Park On Christmas After Fight: Police
Man Drove Into 2 Pedestrians At New Haven Park On Christmas After Fight: Police A Connecticut man faces serious charges after police said he hit two people with his car at a New Haven park. Anthony Salan-Ortiz, 24, of East Haven, was arrested on Christmas night at Fort Hale Park, according to the New Haven Police Department. Officers responded to the park on Woodward Avenue around 8:05 p.m. after reports of a pedestrian strike and an assault. Police said Salan-Ortiz tried to leave the area in his car when officers arrived. Investigators said Salan-Ortiz came to the park with his girlfriend and several friends in two cars. An argument broke out after his girlfriend ref…

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by Josh Lanier
Fairfield, CT
Breaking News
Iconic Bethel Diner Closes After Nearly 80 Years In Business: 'An Era Has Come To An End' Iconic Bethel Diner Closes After Nearly 80 Years In Business: 'An Era Has Come To An End' Iconic Bethel Diner Closes After Nearly 80 Years In Business: 'An Era Has Come To An End'
Iconic Bethel Diner Closes After Nearly 80 Years In Business: 'An Era Has Come To An End' A popular Connecticut diner closed its doors for good on Christmas Eve after operating for more than 75 years.  Owners of the Syncamore Drive-In in Bethel announced the closure on social media, saying the restaurant's lease hadn't been renewed. They thanked the community, customers, and staff for their support over the decades.  "We are proud to have been a part of Bethel's history and the longest owners of the famous Sycamore for the past 28 years," the post said. "We are grateful to all our loyal customers and the many friends we have made along the way. Your continued supp…

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