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Stamford Advocate Police News

Jury watches dashcam video of fatal Stamford police crash that killed pastor
09/17/2026
"I just hit someone," the former Stamford police officer said following the crash, the video shows.
Trial to begin for former Stamford officer charged in pastor's fatal crash
09/11/2026
Zachary Lockwood faces a class D felony charge of misconduct with a motor vehicle, stemming from a July 2023 crash in Stamford that killed Rev. Tommie Jackson.
More than 1,500 cannabis products seized from Stamford smoke shop, police say
09/03/2026
An employee at the smoke shop, Smoke & Vapor Box Plus, was also arrested, according to authorities.
Use of deadly force by police in Stamford standoff justified, inspector general says
08/28/2026
The suspect fired on officers, who returned fire, and the suspect ultimately shot himself, the report says.
Father of Stamford homicide victim expresses shock, disgust at news of retrial
08/25/2026
"That's nonsense," the victim's father said. "We know he did it, so it doesn't matter about the gun residue."
Police investigating 'untimely death' at Stamford Hospital Tuesday morning, officials say
08/25/2026
Stamford police said the incident does not appear to be criminal in nature.

Stamford Advocate Local News

Bobcat spotted near Stamford road prompts warning from police
09/18/2026
"Please keep your pets close and supervised, especially in areas where wildlife may be present," police said.
Activewear brand Rhone moving Stamford headquarters to larger space on Atlantic Street
09/18/2026
"We look forward to moving in next summer,” Matthew Wallace, Rhone’s COO, said.
Former Stamford officer's dashcam video takes center stage as fatal crash trial resumes
09/18/2026
The trial of former Stamford officer Zachary Lockwood resumes after jurors watched dash video showing the crash that killed Rev. Tommie Jackson in 2023.
Stamford Hospital expansion plan raises neighborhood concerns over traffic and safety
09/17/2026
"This area is already heavily congested, and the narrow roads create a serious safety concern, especially for schoolchildren," Priscilla Dorsey said.
Jury watches dashcam video of fatal Stamford police crash that killed pastor
09/17/2026
"I just hit someone," the former Stamford police officer said following the crash, the video shows.
Stamford man gets nearly 19 years in prison for role in Connecticut fentanyl trafficking ring
09/17/2026
Baker and his associates conspired to distribute fentanyl, crack cocaine and PCP around southwestern Connecticut.

Police 1

BWC: Man on shooting spree ambushes, wounds Minneapolis officers
09/17/2026
Officers were attempting to approach a wounded man when the shooter appeared from behind a doorway and shot an officer; another officer was wounded as he tried to return fire
San Diego officers fatally shoot man who set K-9 on fire
09/17/2026
When the man refused to surrender to San Diego Police officers, they deployed a K-9; the man then ignited an incendiary device, setting the dog on fire
Suspect at large after shooting N.C. deputy during traffic stop
09/16/2026
The man allegedly shot the Columbus County deputy as he was fleeing a traffic stop and pursuit crash on foot
BWC: Man rams cruisers, tries to run down Okla. officers before OIS
09/16/2026
The man fled a stop in his truck, but turned around and tried to hit Oklahoma City officers; he surrendered after being wounded in an officer-involved shooting
BWC: Man wielding a knife in each hand runs at Texas officer before fatal OIS
09/18/2026
The San Antonio Police officer responded to a domestic disturbance report to find a man wielding two knives in the yard
'Miserable is not an option': Pa. lieutenant shot 8 times in ambush that killed 3 officers details recovery
09/18/2026
One year after an ambush killed Detective Sgt. Cody Becker, Detective Mark Baker and Detective Isaiah Emenheiser, York County Sheriff’s Lt. Dave Godfrey shares his story of survival and recovery

Public Safety Labor News

Court Allows Challenge To Disclosure Of Minnesota Undercover Officer Identities
09/11/2026
The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association (MPPOA), which alleged that it represents “over 90% of the police and peace officers in Minnesota,” sued the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST Board) after the Board allegedly released the names and dates of birth of at
Arbitrator’s Reversal Of Retaliatory Discipline Upheld By California Court
09/11/2026
Tracylyn Lopez, a correctional officer and the California Correctional Peace Officers Association (CCPOA) representative at Salinas Valley State Prison in California, was suspended for 60 workdays after posting excerpts from a prior disciplinary action on a union bulletin board near the prison’s mai
NY PERB Faults Village For Ignoring Union’s Pre-Bargaining Information Request
09/11/2026
A New York Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) held that the Village of Pelham violated New York state labor law by refusing to respond to a police union’s pre-bargaining information requests concerning vacant sergeant positions. The Village of Pelham Police Benev
Court Balances Brady Discovery Against Officers’ Cell Phone Privacy
09/11/2026
On February 7, 2025, members of the Roanoke Police Department in Virginia and an ATF task force con­ducted surveillance of Michael Antonio David, Jr. for approximately two hours before initiating a traffic stop. A K-9 subsequently alerted on the vehicle, and officers recovered two firearms from the
Maryland Court Upholds Police Chief’s Decision To Increase Discipline From Demotion To Termination
09/11/2026
The Appellate Court of Maryland held that the Prince George’s County Police Chief complied with the pro­cedural requirements of Maryland’s former Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights (LEOBR) when he rejected an Administrative Hearing Board’s recom­mendation to demote a police sergeant and instea
Eleventh Circuit Affirms Dismissal Of PTSD Accommodation Suit Against Sheriff’s Office
09/11/2026
Will Twigg worked as a corrections deputy sheriff for the Palm Beach Coun­ty Sheriff’s Office in Florida while also serving in the armed forces. During his employment, he periodically took military leave. Before returning from one period of service, he also took leave under the FMLA because of medic