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Stamford Advocate Police News
3 arrested, 6 guns seized after Stamford shooting that injured one, police say
10/20/2026
A man dressed in black approached the victim and his friend on foot, asked for the victim by name and then shot him twice, police said.
Tractor-trailer and SUV collide on I-95 in Stamford; right lane closed
10/10/2026
No injuries are reported, state police said.
Search underway for fugitive who escaped Stamford police
10/05/2026
Police said the man evaded arrest last month by hiding in a residential building.
Stamford paid $11.25 million to settle lawsuit over death of Rev. Tommie Jackson, records show
09/30/2026
Stamford paid $11.25 million to settle a lawsuit over the Rev. Tommie Jackson's 2023 death after he was struck by a police cruiser, according to court records.
Stamford man accused of helping steal more than 100 U.S. Treasury checks
09/28/2026
Prosecutors said the investigation that led to the arrest began in 2024.
Jury begins deliberations on whether ex-Stamford cop is guilty in crash that killed pastor
09/24/2026
The now-former officer was responding to a call when he struck and killed the pastor as he crossed the street.
Stamford Advocate Local News
Driver's improper turn killed Stamford grandmother walking home from work, warrant says
10/28/2026
The suspect turned too tightly on Strawberry Hill Avenue into Colonial Road, and drove into the oncoming traffic lane when he struck a 66-year-old, the warrant said.
Stamford home becomes a Halloween wonderland as owner carries on tradition without her mom
10/28/2026
“Each year it changes, and I try to change it up and make it a little bit bigger and better," Karen Cingari said.
Stamford school board candidate says he's dropping out of race after posting video of his views on women, LGBTQ+
10/27/2026
Jose Tejeda said he will withdraw his school board candidacy, although his name will still appear on the ballot.
McDonald’s wants a second drive-thru lane in Stamford. Here’s the traffic concern.
10/26/2026
Attorney Chris Russo, representing McDonald's, said the new drive-thru lane would alleviate traffic problems on East Main Street, where motorists line up to place orders.
Stamford to get 18 new bus shelters next summer through state program
10/25/2026
Stamford already added two new bus shelters, replaced eight others and will be replacing one more before the end of the year.
Stamford man sentenced to 10 years after fentanyl, cocaine found at former workplace
10/23/2026
The suspect's co-workers found 790 grams of fentanyl and one kilogram of cocaine stashed inside a storage room, according to authorities.
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BWC: LAPD officers fatally shoot man holding family member at knifepoint
10/28/2026
The suspect told officers that he had slit his brother's throat and that "suicide by cop is what's happening"
Calif. sheriff's office to stop deputy response for DUIs, theft for town under contract negotiation
10/28/2026
The city of Live Oak opted to end its contract with the Sutter County Sheriff's office over high costs; a reduced deputy staff will patrol the town, but will limit call responses
Ala. football player charged with threatening, doxing police officer involved in his prior arrest
10/28/2026
Alabama defensive back Dre Kirkpatrick Jr. is charged with harassing communications and doxing for Facebook posts and messages to and about a University of Alabama Police officer
Video: Calif. deputies don traffic cone suit, bust drivers who fail to stop for pedestrians
10/27/2026
The Stanislaus County Sheriffs Office operation was funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, supporting pedestrian safety enforcement and education
BWC: Man points replica handgun at Phoenix officers twice before fatal OIS
10/27/2026
The man pointed a BB gun that appeared to be a firearm at Phoenix Police officers, prompting officers to fire shots; while on the ground, he raised the gun again
Video: Driver who failed to move over rips door off Texas deputy's cruiser
10/27/2026
As the Montgomery County deputy opened his door to exit the cruiser, an intoxicated driver hit the door at full speed and fled the scene
Public Safety Labor News
Texas Trooper Not Entitled To USERRA Accommodation For Delayed-Onset Service Disability
10/09/2026
The Court of Appeals of Texas addressed what it described as an issue of first impression under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA): whether a service member whose military-related disability is discovered after returning to work may invoke USERRA’s reemployment p
Borough’s Furlough Is A No-Go, Per Labor Board
10/09/2026
This is a follow-up to the article “Double Whammy ULP Decisions Against Pennsylvania Police Chief With Anti-Union Bias” in the December 2025 issue of Public Safety Labor News.Edward Titterton had been a police officer with Jenkintown Borough in Pennsylvania for years when the Borough furloughed h
Massachusetts Court Broadly Reads Police Heart Law Presumption
10/09/2026
Allena Downey worked as an Ashland, Massachusetts police officer from 2002 until September 2013. Beginning in 2012, she experienced frequent premature ventricular contractions (PVCs), or abnormal heartbeats, accompanied by heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, and chest pain. The PVC
Las Vegas Officer Awarded Benefits For Off-Duty Equipment Inspection Injury
10/09/2026
Derek Burnett worked in Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD)’s traffic division and was assigned a department-issued motorcycle that he took home and was required to park in a locked garage. LVMPD required Burnett to carry equipment including a flashlight, firearm, duty belt, body armor
Washington DOC Cleared To Roll Out GPS Tracking Without Union Bargaining
10/09/2026
Teamsters Local 117, which represents Washington Department of Corrections (DOC) officers responsible for transporting incarcerated individuals to medical appointments, court hearings, funerals, and other off-site activities, filed an unfair labor practice charge after DOC implemented “Verizon Rev
Township Free To Pass Over Top Candidate On Promotion List
10/09/2026
In January 2024, Lower Moreland Township, Pennsylvania, administered promotional examinations for a newly created corporal position and a vacant sergeant position. Ten officers took the corporal exam, and eight officers passed, creating a ranked eligibility list based on combined written, physical,