Connecticut
CT Trespasser Found Hiding Behind Washing Machine In Basement
THOMPSON, CT — A Connecticut man is facing several charges after being accused of walking through several backyards before climbing into a basement window and hiding behind a washing machine in someone’s home Thursday, according to state police.
Police said they received the report just before 11:40 a.m., after which officers responded with police dogs who led them to a home on Brandy Hill in Thompson.
The suspect, 36-year-old Christopher Sargent, was found hiding in a small room behind a washing machine, according to police.
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After Sargent surrendered, police found that he also was in posession of narcotics and had an active arrest warrant from a May incident in Putnam.
Foe Thursday’s incident, Sargent is charged with third-degree burglary, interfering with police, posession of a controlled substance, and is additionally charged with first-degree criminal trespass, sixth-degree larceny, and second-degree breach of peace under the active warrant.
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He was later released from custody on a $7,500 in bond and is scheduled to appear at Danielson Superior Court on July 18.
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Where to watch Connecticut Sun vs Atlanta Dream on June 2: TV channel, start time and streaming
The WNBA has returned with a brand new collective bargaining agreement and a league full of loaded rosters as the 2026 season tips off.
A rookie class headlined by Dallas Wings top pick Azzi Fudd, Minnesota’s Olivia Miles and Washington’s Lauren Betts is ready to make a mark in the pros while the defending champion Las Vegas Aces look to keep their dynasty alive with a fourth title in five years.
As the the season gets going under a new media rights deal, it can be tough to figure out which channel each team is playing on every night. Here’s everything you need to know to tune in when the Atlanta Dream host the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday.
What time is Connecticut Sun vs Atlanta Dream?
Tip off between the Atlanta Dream and Connecticut Sun is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, June 2.
How to watch Connecticut Sun vs Atlanta Dream on Tuesday
All times Eastern and accurate as of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 6:08 a.m.
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Three Rocky Hill firefighters were honored Monday night for their part in a rescue on the Connecticut River in March.
Emergency crews responded to Ferry Park in Rocky Hill on March 23 in response to a report of a vehicle in the river.
When they arrived, they found a woman in a Jeep about 35 feet out from the riverbank.
Crews broke a window and pulled the woman to safety after about 10 minutes, according to fire officials.
The woman sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
Monday evening, Captain William Kelly, Captain Roberto Leone, and Lt. Travis Gerace-Hicks were awarded the fire department’s valor award for their rescue efforts.
ROCKY HILL — A man from South Carolina is facing charges after cutting down light poles along the highway in Rocky Hill, Connecticut State Police said.
Lamont Carlson Tucker, 62, of Myrtle Beach, is charged with first-degree criminal mischief and fourth-degree larceny, police said.
Police said troopers responded to reports of “an individual cutting light poles” around 5 a.m. Saturday.
Tucker was released on a $3,000 bond and is scheduled to appear at state Superior Court in New Britain June 12, police said.
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