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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Waterbury, CT
Breaking News
Waterbury Shooting Suspect Caught After Multi-State Manhunt Waterbury Shooting Suspect Caught After Multi-State Manhunt Waterbury Shooting Suspect Caught After Multi-State Manhunt
Waterbury Shooting Suspect Caught After Multi-State Manhunt A man accused of shooting two people in Waterbury has been captured following a coordinated effort between Connecticut and Pennsylvania law enforcement. Xavier Bishop was arrested on Tuesday, Aug 26, in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, by US Marshals working with Waterbury Police’s Major Crimes Unit and Fugitive Task Force, as well as the Carbondale Police Department in Pennsylvania, officials announced Friday.  Bishop is facing multiple felony charges, including criminal use of a firearm, reckless endangerment, and assault in the first degree. Waterbury police said he also faces …

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by Josh Lanier
Waterbury, CT
On Your Side
Claire’s To Close Waterbury Store As Bankruptcy Restructuring Expands Claire’s To Close Waterbury Store As Bankruptcy Restructuring Expands Claire’s To Close Waterbury Store As Bankruptcy Restructuring Expands
Claire’s To Close Waterbury Store As Bankruptcy Restructuring Expands The future of Claire’s in Connecticut is becoming clearer as the jewelry retailer works through bankruptcy and a new ownership deal. A list released in federal court shows that two Claire’s stores in the state will not survive the latest round of closures. Claire's announced this week it would close 290 locations, which include the company's jewelry and fashion store, Icing.  The Icing store at The Shoppes at Buckland Hills in Manchester will shut its doors, though the Claire’s at the same mall will remain open. Claire’s locations at Brass Mill Center & Commons in Waterbury an…

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by Josh Lanier
National Interest
Mom Who Killed Family Stole $660K From Work Before Murder-Suicide: Report Mom Who Killed Family Stole $660K From Work Before Murder-Suicide: Report Mom Who Killed Family Stole $660K From Work Before Murder-Suicide: Report
Mom Who Killed Family Stole $660K From Work Before Murder-Suicide: Report A New Hampshire mother who police say killed her husband and two children before taking her own life had allegedly stolen more than half a million dollars from her job over the course of two years, according to a new report.  Emily Long, 34, was found dead inside her Madbury home on Aug. 18 alongside her husband, Ryan Long, 48, and their two young children, ages 8 and 6. Police said the children and husband were shot and killed before Emily turned the gun on herself. A toddler in the home was found unharmed. Earlier Report: Mom Who Killed Family Said She Was 'Withering Away' Before …

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by Josh Lanier
Wallingford, CT
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Wallingford Go-Kart Track Brawl Sends Officer Into Surgery: Police Wallingford Go-Kart Track Brawl Sends Officer Into Surgery: Police Wallingford Go-Kart Track Brawl Sends Officer Into Surgery: Police
Wallingford Go-Kart Track Brawl Sends Officer Into Surgery: Police A night out at a popular Wallingford go-kart track turned violent when police say a man on probation charged at officers, fought with them, and left one officer with a serious broken leg injury. Tevin Robles, 28, faces multiple charges following the incident at On Track Karting on North Colony Road in Wallingford on Aug. 27, police said. Wallingford police were called to the facility after an intoxicated Robles began "arguing with employees and behaving aggressively toward patrons," authorities said. Police reported that Robles refused to cooperate, tried to leave the scene, and “continued…

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by Josh Lanier
Lenox-Lee, MA
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Reverend Accused Of Child Sex Assaults In Lenox Fights Return After Florida Arrest Reverend Accused Of Child Sex Assaults In Lenox Fights Return After Florida Arrest Reverend Accused Of Child Sex Assaults In Lenox Fights Return After Florida Arrest
Reverend Accused Of Child Sex Assaults In Lenox Fights Return After Florida Arrest A former Massachusetts pastor has been arrested and charged with sexually assaulting a child 45 years ago, but first, authorities have to bring him back to the state.   Rev. Eric Anderson was arrested in Manatee County, Florida, on Monday, Aug. 25, on a Berkshire County warrant. He is fighting his extradition back to Massachusetts, authorities said.  Anderson was indicted on two counts of indecent assault and battery on a child under 14 earlier this year, the Berkshire County District Attorney's Office said. The charges stem from alleged crimes that occurred in 1980. He serv…

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by Josh Lanier
Killingly-Danielson, CT
Obituaries
Woman Severely Burned In Killingly House Fire Dies 2 Weeks After Blaze Woman Severely Burned In Killingly House Fire Dies 2 Weeks After Blaze Woman Severely Burned In Killingly House Fire Dies 2 Weeks After Blaze
Woman Severely Burned In Killingly House Fire Dies 2 Weeks After Blaze The 75-year-old woman who was seriously injured in a Connecticut house fire earlier this month has died, officials announced.  Kathy Samuelson was severely burned in a house fire on Hartford Pike in Killingly on Aug. 7, Connecticut State Police said.  Firefighters were called to the home around 1:30 p.m. and found Samuelson inside. Paramedics airlifted her to a burn center, but doctors were unable to save her. She died on Aug. 21, authorities announced Thursday.  Crews told news outlets that there were hoarding conditions inside the home, which complicated putting out the bl…

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by Josh Lanier
Waterford, CT
Obituaries
Body Found Off Waterford Coast ID'd As New London Man Body Found Off Waterford Coast ID'd As New London Man Body Found Off Waterford Coast ID'd As New London Man
Body Found Off Waterford Coast ID'd As New London Man Authorities have identified a body recovered from the Long Island Sound off the coast of Waterford as a 39-year-old man from New London. Jessee Lee Pond was found near the shoreline Tuesday, Aug. 26, about 1.5 miles south of Millstone Point and west of Bartlett Reef, according to Waterford police. Officials said the Waterford Police Department and the New London State's Attorney's Office are working with the Connecticut Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to determine the circumstances surrounding the death. Authorities ask anyone with information to call the Waterford Police Departm…

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by Josh Lanier
Dorchester, MA
Breaking News
Driver Accused Of Huffing Aerosol Crashes Into Cars, Fence, Tree In East Boston; His Fourth DUI Driver Accused Of Huffing Aerosol Crashes Into Cars, Fence, Tree In East Boston; His Fourth DUI Driver Accused Of Huffing Aerosol Crashes Into Cars, Fence, Tree In East Boston; His Fourth DUI
Driver Accused Of Huffing Aerosol Crashes Into Cars, Fence, Tree In East Boston; His Fourth DUI A New Hampshire man is facing his fourth impaired driving charge after a series of crashes in East Boston where witnesses say he was seen huffing from an aerosol can in traffic, authorities said. Matthew Moitoza, 36, of Rye, is charged with operating under the influence of drugs (4th offense), two counts of leaving the scene of an accident, and driving to endanger, according to Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden. He was also cited for driving the wrong way on a one-way street. Judge Debra DelVecchio declared Moitoza dangerous and ordered him to undergo treatment at the Massachusetts Alc…

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by Josh Lanier
National Interest
Drunk USPS Driver Crashed Into Man, East Longmeadow Bank: Police Drunk USPS Driver Crashed Into Man, East Longmeadow Bank: Police Drunk USPS Driver Crashed Into Man, East Longmeadow Bank: Police
Drunk USPS Driver Crashed Into Man, East Longmeadow Bank: Police A Massachusetts US Postal Service driver is facing charges after police say he struck a pedestrian and then crashed into a bank building in East Longmeadow while drunk earlier this week.  Robert O’Sullivan, 54, of Westfield, was charged with operating under the influence of alcohol and leaving the scene of personal injury following the Tuesday, Aug. 26, crash, the Hampden County District Attorney’s Office said. East Longmeadow police were called to the Pride gas station on North Main Street just after 9:30 a.m. after a USPS truck hit a man, investigators said. The victim suffered head …

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by Josh Lanier
Norwalk, CT
Breaking News
Norwalk Teen Missing for Days After Not Returning From School: Police Norwalk Teen Missing for Days After Not Returning From School: Police Norwalk Teen Missing for Days After Not Returning From School: Police
Norwalk Teen Missing for Days After Not Returning From School: Police Norwalk police are asking for the public’s help to locate a missing 14-year-old girl who did not return home after school earlier this week.  Valery Londono-Rojas was last seen by her family when she left for school around 6:30 a.m. on Monday, August 25. Police confirmed that she attended classes but didn't return home in the afternoon. Authorities described Valery as 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing 130 pounds, with blonde hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a denim skirt, black shirt, and white sneakers. Police urge anyone with information on her whereabouts to contact …

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