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Biggest Danger On Roads Is Now Distracted Driving, AAA Says Biggest Danger On Roads Is Now Distracted Driving, AAA Says
Biggest Danger On Roads Is Now Distracted Driving, AAA Says Distracted, not drunk, drugged or aggressive drivers are the biggest cause of concern for motorists, according to a survey conducted by AAA. According to a study released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety this week, distracted driving has reached the top of the list of growing dangers on local roadways, surpassing aggressive or impaired drivers. The study states that 88 percent of drivers contend that distracted driving is on the rise, a 30 percent increase in just five years. The release of the report comes as several local law enforcement agencies announce their intentions to ramp …

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by Zak Failla
Greenwich, CT
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Police: Health Aide Stole $100K Worth Of Rings From Fairfield County Woman Police: Health Aide Stole $100K Worth Of Rings From Fairfield County Woman
Police: Health Aide Stole $100K Worth Of Rings From Fairfield County Woman A local home health care aide was arrested for ripping off several rings worth more than $100,000 from a woman in her care, according to Stratford Police. Nicole Passander, 32, of Ansonia was arrested Friday for felony larceny following an investigation into the thefts, said Capt. Frank Eannotti.  According to Eannotti, the thefts were reported in March and a warrant was issued after the investigation led police to Passander. Passander posted a $30,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in Bridgeport Court on April 13. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Therina at 203-385-…

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by Kathy Reakes
Fairfield, CT
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Fairfield County Man Nabbed After Repeatedly Stabbing Roommate, Police Say Fairfield County Man Nabbed After Repeatedly Stabbing Roommate, Police Say
Fairfield County Man Nabbed After Repeatedly Stabbing Roommate, Police Say A Stratford man is behind bars after stabbing his roommate repeatedly, according to Stratford Police. David Newman, 42, of 91 Gina Circle was arrested after he attacked his roommate on Tuesday, said Stratford Police Capt. Frank Eannotti. According to Eannotti, the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. at the residence while the two were arguing and Newman stabbed the rommate with a knife several times in the arm and shoulder. It is unknown what prompted the attack.  The roommate was able to fend off the attack at which time Newman returned to his bedroom and waited for officers to arrive. He …

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by Kathy Reakes
Stratford, CT
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Bridgeport Man, 22, Repeatedly Stabbed Ex-Girlfriend, Stratford PD Says Bridgeport Man, 22, Repeatedly Stabbed Ex-Girlfriend, Stratford PD Says
Bridgeport Man, 22, Repeatedly Stabbed Ex-Girlfriend, Stratford PD Says Stratford police nabbed a Bridgeport man for attempted murder after he repeatedly stabbed his girlfriend, according to the Stratford Police. Mark Febres, 22, was charged Thursday, Feb. 15, with criminal attempt at murder, assault, three counts of risk of injury to a minor, home invasion and violation of a protective order, after breaking into his girlfriend's West Board Street home, police said. During the attack, Febres attacked the woman, stabbing her several times, before fleeing the scene, police said. He was captured by police a short distance away on Vernon Street, where he was taken…

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by Kathy Reakes
Stratford, CT
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To The Rescue: Stratford Cops Dig Stranded Driver Out Of Snow To The Rescue: Stratford Cops Dig Stranded Driver Out Of Snow
To The Rescue: Stratford Cops Dig Stranded Driver Out Of Snow STRATFORD, Conn. -- Stratford Police Officer Murphy and Sgt. Rivera took the time to dig out a stranded motorist on Thursday. Police are advising drivers that roads are not safe with the ongoing snow storm. Residents should avoid driving unless it is absolutely necessary.

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by Casey Donahue