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GoFund Me - Fundraiser for the Mollicone Family
07/15/2025
On June 25, 2025, Officer Romano Mollicone and his family experienced a devastating house fire. Thankfully, everyone is safe; however, they have lost many of their belongings and are facing significant challenges during this difficult time.
John Forlivio Obituary
07/15/2025
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/stamfordadvocate/name/john-forlivio-obituary?id=58766167
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Stamford Advocate Police News
Stamford police arrest 4 after finding cocaine, stolen guns on Revere Drive, officials say
02/13/2026
Police said two of the guns seized by investigators were later confirmed to be stolen.
Three armed men robbed Stamford market on Myrtle Avenue, police say
02/12/2026
The men took an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing, police said.
Judge pulls plea deal, wants stiffer sentences for parents in 2023 death of toddler in Stamford
02/11/2026
The mother and father were to be sentenced to 16 years but the judge is now offering 20 years and 18 years, respectively.
Michelle Troconis tries again for prison release while appealing conviction in Jennifer Dulos case
02/02/2026
Prosecutors noted in court papers that she has already had such a request denied twice, and the third also should be denied.
Stamford fentanyl dealer sentenced to 9 years in prison
01/29/2026
Federal officials say a search of Elie's residence in Stamford last year found 152 grams of fentanyl, 215 grams of crack cocaine, 91 grams of cocaine and eight grams of meth.
Stamford man who stole $28M from Mars candy company gets 5 years in prison
01/23/2026
Federal officials said Steed, a Stamford man, has agreed to pay restitution of $28,410,489 to Mars, Inc., and $10,310,680 in back taxes to the IRS.
Stamford Advocate Local News
Stamford police arrest 4 after finding cocaine, stolen guns on Revere Drive, officials say
02/13/2026
Police said two of the guns seized by investigators were later confirmed to be stolen.
Stamford school board reinstates 53 positions on chopping block, approves tentative $372M budget
02/13/2026
The approved budget restores previous cuts to elementary instrumental music and the free meals program, among other changes.
Three armed men robbed Stamford market on Myrtle Avenue, police say
02/12/2026
The men took an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing, police said.
Plans for 305 affordable apartments on Tresser Boulevard gains positive feedback from Stamford Zoning Board
02/12/2026
The two old towers, built in 1971, would be replaced by a building that would also provide housing at below market rates.
Stamford residents grapple with water loss at apartment complex: 'This is going to happen again'
02/12/2026
“There’s a broader issue here other than just the water being resolved for this one incident,” one resident said.
Judge pulls plea deal, wants stiffer sentences for parents in 2023 death of toddler in Stamford
02/11/2026
The mother and father were to be sentenced to 16 years but the judge is now offering 20 years and 18 years, respectively.
Police 1
Tenn. PD jabs at officer, releases video of porch tumble: 'Rapid tactical descent'
02/12/2026
"No porches were harmed in the making of this incident. Sgt. Bennett’s dignity is currently under review," the Monterey Police Department captioned the video post
BWC: Man runs at Ariz. officers with machete before fatal OIS
02/11/2026
Coolidge Police officers were responding to a disturbance outside the station when a man approached, wielding a machete
DHS: Federal officer shoots out tires of suspect vehicle that rammed cruiser as man tried to strike LEOs
02/11/2026
The man had a removal order and a criminal history that included several drug-related crimes, according to the Department of Homeland Security
BWC: Man runs at Nev. officers swinging tow chain before fatal OIS
02/13/2026
The situation escalated after Reno Police officers instructed the man to drop a pocket knife they knew him to carry from previous interactions
La. FTO who lost leg after being struck by suspect's ATV now able to walk without cane
02/13/2026
Lt. Edmund Fisher, an 18-year veteran of the department, was critically injured in May 2022 while deploying spike strips during a pursuit of two suspects on ATVs
BWC: Fla. officer saves trapped driver as pursuit of carjacking, kidnapping suspect ends in fiery crash
02/13/2026
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded after a man forcibly removed a woman from her car before driving off with her 1-year-old daughter still inside; the suspect crashed during a pursuit
Public Safety Labor News
No Weingarten Rights For Arbitration Witness, But Interview Nonetheless Coercive
02/13/2026
Sergeant Jeffrey Tagmyer, a Pittsburgh police officer, was subpoenaed as a witness by his union, the Fraternal Order of Police, to testify in a discipline grievance arbitration for another officer, Sergeant Brian Elledge. After the initial arbitration hearing was continued, City Assistant Solicitor
County PBAs Retiree Healthcare Arbitration Win Upheld
02/13/2026
Passaic County in New Jersey employs sheriff’s officers and corrections officers represented by three Policemen’s Benevolent Association locals (PBAs). Collective bargaining agreements that were in effect from 2007 through 2014 provided that “[u]pon retirement, the Employer will continue to provide
Court Rejects Records Request For Underlying Facts Of Use Of Force Report
02/13/2026
In July 2018, the Whidbey News-Times reported that the City of Langley, Washington, had fired Police Chief David Marks in connection with a use of force incident from November 2017. Later that month, Eric Hood submitted a Public Records Act (PRA) request to the City. His request stated:“Please discl
Police Officer’s Firearm Conviction Required Law Enforcement License Revocation
02/13/2026
Gregory Garcia was a New Jersey police officer employed by the Wharton Police Department. Following a search of his residence, he was charged with multiple firearms-related offenses. On November 14, 2022, he entered a guilty plea to possession of a large capacity ammunition magazine in violation of
New Hampshire Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of Corrections Officer Terminated After Raising Staffing And Safety Concerns
02/13/2026
Claudia Cass was hired in 2006 as a corrections officer for the New Hampshire Department of Corrections. In December 2022, during a period of low staffing, she worked a shift that she believed fell below the prison’s “critical minimum” staffing level. Several days later, she emailed the prison warde
Court Rejects Police Officer’s Whistleblowing Claims Based On Statements Made During Disciplinary Procedure
02/13/2026
Julie Copeland, a police officer employed by the City of Redmond, Oregon, challenged discipline imposed after her involvement in a high-speed vehicle pursuit, alleging that the City retaliated against her for protected whistleblower activity and engaged in related tortious conduct. The Oregon Court