Shelton House Damaged In Fire Re-burned Due To Large Amount Of Fireworks Inside Shelton House Damaged In Fire Re-burned Due To Large Amount Of Fireworks Inside
Shelton House Damaged In Fire Re-burned Due To Large Amount Of Fireworks Inside A controlled burn will be held inside a Connecticut residence that was damaged in a fire because of the large amount of fireworks discovered in the garage and basement, police announced.  The Fairfield County residence, located in Shelton at 7 Bruce Dr., was scheduled to be re-burned on Thursday, June 27, according to the Shelton Police Department.  The home was originally damaged in a blaze on Saturday, June 22 around 6:45 p.m., when a fire began inside the residence. After around 40 minutes, the flames were put out, according to the Shelton Fire Department.  After the fire…
Police ID Shelton Man Killed In Fiery Crash Police ID Shelton Man Killed In Fiery Crash
Police ID Shelton Man Killed In Fiery Crash Police have identified a Fairfield County man who was killed in a single-car fiery crash in Shelton. Related: Man Killed In Fiery Shelton Crash Mauricio Sierra Zapata, age 24, of Shelton.was killed around 11:30 on Sunday, June 23, in the area of Commerce Drive and Research Drive. According to Det. Christopher Nugent of the Shelton Police, responding firefighters and police found the car on fire and pulled Zapata out of the vehicle. He was rushed to Bridgeport Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.  The Shelton Police Department Accident Reconstruction Team is activ…
Man Killed In Fiery Shelton Crash Man Killed In Fiery Shelton Crash
Man Killed In Fiery Shelton Crash A man pulled from a burning car following a crash in Fairfield County has died. Related: Police ID Shelton Man Killed In Fiery Crash The incident occurred in Shelton at around 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, in the area of Commerce Drive and Research Drive. Det. Christopher Nugent of the Shelton Police said responding officers and Shelton firefighters pulled a man from the burning car following the single-vehicle crash. The man was transported to Bridgeport Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead, Nugent said. The Shelton Police Department Accident Reconstruction Team is …
Shelton Man Shares Photo Of Himself Sexually Abusing 2-Year-Old Over Internet, Police Say Shelton Man Shares Photo Of Himself Sexually Abusing 2-Year-Old Over Internet, Police Say
Shelton Man Shares Photo Of Himself Sexually Abusing 2-Year-Old Over Internet, Police Say A 53-year-old Connecticut man faces charges after investigators discovered that several files containing child pornography had been downloaded from his computer, including one image of him allegedly sexually abusing a young toddler, police said. Fairfield County resident Ross DeLibro of Shelton was taken into custody at his residence on Tuesday, June 11 following a child pornography investigation, Connecticut State Police announced on Wednesday, June 12.  According to authorities, the events leading up to DeLibro's arrest began in January 2024, when state police began an inve…
Shelton Man Sexually Assaults Neighbor Checking On Package, Police Say Shelton Man Sexually Assaults Neighbor Checking On Package, Police Say
Shelton Man Sexually Assaults Neighbor Checking On Package, Police Say A Fairfield County man was charged after allegedly sexually assaulting his neighbor when she went to his home to see if a package had been mistakenly delivered there. The incident occurred in Shelton on Wednesday, April 24. According to Det. Richard Bango of the Shelton Police, a 29-year-old woman, told police she went to the home of 76-year-old Dennis Barry, who lives next door to her, to check on a package. Bango said while there, the woman claimed Barry inappropriately kissed her and fondled her breasts. She also claimed that he tried to get her to touch his genital area. Bar…
Shelton Man Nabbed For Stabbing, Assaulting Woman Before Fleeing, Police Say Shelton Man Nabbed For Stabbing, Assaulting Woman Before Fleeing, Police Say
Shelton Man Nabbed For Stabbing, Assaulting Woman Before Fleeing, Police Say A Fairfield County man who allegedly assaulted and stabbed a 35-year-old woman and then fled has been captured by police. Related: Shelton Stabbing Suspect On The Run  Christopher Graham, age 38, of Shelton, was captured on Wednesday, April 24, for the incident on Tuesday, April 23, at a Walnut Tree Hill Road home. According to Det. Christopher Nugent of the Shelton Police, officers, and EMS were called to the home for a report of a stabbing and assault of a 35-year-old woman. The initial investigation revealed that Graham and two women were hanging out at the residence. An ar…
Shelton Stabbing Suspect On Run Shelton Stabbing Suspect On Run
Shelton Stabbing Suspect On Run Police in Fairfield County are on the hunt for a man who allegedly assaulted and stabbed a woman during a fight. Update: Man Wanted For Shelton Stabbing, Assault Nabbed By Police The incident occurred in Shelton at a Walnut Tree Hill Road home around 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23. According to Lt. Robert Kozlowsky of the Shelton Police, officers, and EMS responded and found a 35-year-old woman suffering from a stab wound to the leg.  The initial investigation revealed that the suspect and two women were hanging out at the residence. Kozlowsky said that an argument broke …
Hey, Flip Phone Lovers, New Consumer Cellular Store Opens in Shelton Hey, Flip Phone Lovers, New Consumer Cellular Store Opens in Shelton
Hey, Flip Phone Lovers, New Consumer Cellular Store Opens in Shelton Hey, flip phone lovers, a new Consumer Cellular, known for its old-style phones, has opened a new store in Fairfield County. Located in Shelton, store officials say they bring "award-winning" customer service, especially for the 50-plus community. In addition to getting a phone and service, customers can also get help troubleshooting their devices, ask questions about their accounts, or sign up for a new plan.  The store also sells a full lineup of new smartphones. The Shelton location is one of 25 opened this year across the country. The store is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday…
Worker Critically Injured In Shelton Worker Critically Injured In Shelton
Worker Critically Injured In Shelton A worker who was critically injured and stuck 40 feet up a tree was rescued by members of a Fairfield County fire department. The incident occurred in Shelton around 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 26 on Meghan Court. According to the fire department, Shelton firefighters arrived on the scene and found the worker stuck 40 feet up a tree. Members attempted to reach the man using ground ladders but were unsuccessful, the department said. Additional members began constructing rope systems to gain access to the man, while others attempted to reach him with a fire truck.  After a short wh…
Stratford Resident Wins $500K On Scratch Lottery Ticket Stratford Resident Wins $500K On Scratch Lottery Ticket
Stratford Resident Wins $500K On Scratch Lottery Ticket A Fairfield County resident is lugging around some cash after claiming their $500,000 prize on a Fortune scratch-off lottery ticket. The unnamed Stratford resident purchased the winning ticket in Shelton at the Wheels gas station at 18 Old Stratford Road on Tuesday, March 19, according to the Connecticut Lottery. The Fortune $50 ticket offers players 40 chances to win per ticket, lottery officials said. Prizes range from $50 to $4 million. The top prize is paid as a $4 million 20-year annuity or a one-time gross cash option of $3 million. Lottery officials say there are still three jackpo…
Stamford ShopRite Renovates, Expands Services Stamford ShopRite Renovates, Expands Services
Stamford ShopRite Renovates, Expands Services Big changes are coming to a Fairfield County ShopRite that is undergoing a renovation. The privately owned grocery chain announced on Thursday, March 14, that the renovation of its Commerce Street ShopRite, located at 1990 W. Main St. in Stamford, is well underway. The Commerce Street store renovation will feature a new exterior façade and interior decor enhancements, as well as completely reimagined floral, produce, prepared foods, seafood, meat, dairy, and frozen departments. Company officials said it will also include space for a dedicated beer and craft brew section. The store remains…
Jersey Mike's Subs Opening New Location In Shelton Jersey Mike's Subs Opening New Location In Shelton
Jersey Mike's Subs Opening New Location In Shelton Jersey Mike’s Subs is opening a new shop in Fairfield County this week. The shop, located in Shelton at 795 Bridgeport Ave., will hold its grand opening on Wednesday, March 13.  To help add some excitement to the event, the restaurant is also hosting a fundraiser to support Make-A-Wish Connecticut. Customers who receive a special fundraising coupon distributed through a grassroots effort before the opening can make a minimum $3 contribution to Make-A-Wish Connecticut in exchange for a regular sub through Sunday, March 17. Customers must have a coupon to be eligible. Jersey Mike’s fan…