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'I murdered him really badly': Connecticut man kills father, leaves organs outside body – Times of India

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1 year ago

August 8, 2024

A 31-year-old man, Steven James Uricchio, has been accused of brutally murdering his father, Marc Uricchio, and leaving his organs outside his body. The defense attorney described the incident as a “tragedy of Shakespearean dimensions.” This is Ridgefield‘s first murder in over 20 years.
The details emerged early Saturday morning when Steven Uricchio called authorities, reporting that he had harmed his father at their Ridgefield residence.Upon arrival, police found Uricchio sweating profusely with blood on his hands. He was instructed to walk forward with his arms extended as officers searched him for weapons.
According to the police report, Uricchio confessed, saying, “I murdered him” and that he had done it “really, really badly.” Investigators discovered blood stains on the stairs and walls, a bloodied filet knife, and Marc Uricchio, 83, severely mutilated in his bedroom, with his internal organs outside his body. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Uricchio was charged with murder and taken into custody. Police Captain Jeffrey Raines noted, “This has deeply unsettled the town. We are a very safe community,” marking the town’s first homicide since 2003.
Following his arrest, Uricchio complained of stomach issues after ingesting a quarter of a bottle of Advil and was taken to Danbury Hospital for evaluation while handcuffed to a medical bed. He admitted to using cannabis regularly and having not taken his prescribed medication for “a month or two.” Afterward, he was placed on suicide watch at Ridgefield police headquarters.
At his court appearance on Monday, Uricchio appeared nearly catatonic and required assistance to enter the courtroom. Defense attorney Willie Dow described Uricchio’s situation as a “tragedy of Shakespearean dimensions” and highlighted his “significant mental health history.” Dow supported the prosecution’s request for a competency evaluation, mental health treatment, and continued suicide watch, all of which were granted by the judge.
Uricchio is scheduled to return to court on September 4 and is currently being held on $1.5 million bail.

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Ten adults and one dog displaced after Bridgeport fire

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December 21, 2025

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Ten adults and one dog displaced after Bridgeport fire

Ten adults and one dog are displaced after a fire at the 1100 block of Pembroke Street in Bridgeport.

The Bridgeport Fire Department responded to a report of heavy smoke from the third floor at around 3:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Firefighters located the fire and quickly extinguished it.

There are no reports of injuries.

The American Red Cross is currently working to help those who were displaced.

The Fire Marshal’s Office is still investigating the incident.

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Woman suffers life threatening injuries in Rocky Hill house fire

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December 20, 2025

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Woman suffers life threatening injuries in Rocky Hill house fire

A woman was rushed to the hospital after being seriously hurt in a fire Saturday in Rocky Hill.

This all unfolded during the late morning hours at a home on Main Street.

Fire officials say they had to rescue the woman from the home and her injuries are considered life threatening.

Hoarding conditions did a play a factor in the fire, according to the fire department.

No other injuries were reported. Further details pertaining to the fire weren’t immediately available.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

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Twin Peaks Restaurant planning to open 3 locations in Connecticut

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2 days ago

December 20, 2025

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Twin Peaks Restaurant planning to open 3 locations in Connecticut

DALLAS (WTNH) — A New London-based group is partnering with a Texas-based restaurant planning to open its first locations in Connecticut.

New London Hospitality has signed a new area development agreement with Twin Hospitality Group Inc., the parent company of Twin Peaks Restaurant, for the development rights of three future locations in the state, according to a press release from Twin Peaks.

The release lists New Haven, Hartford, Waterbury, Danbury and Stamford or Bridgeport as potential markets.

According to the release, New London Hospitality is run by Deepak Verma and Kam Singh, who have experience in the hospitality industry and have worked with major hotel brands including Hilton, Red Roof Inn and Choice Hotels.

“Deepak and Kam bring a powerful combination of hospitality expertise and operational discipline,” Twin Peaks CEO Kim Boerema said in the release. “Their experience growing multi-unit concepts makes them ideal partners as we enter Connecticut. We are confident they will help anchor Twin Peaks as a new favorite for sports fans throughout the state.”

Twin Peaks describes itself as “the ultimate sports lodge featuring made-from-scratch food and the coldest beer in the business, surrounded by scenic views and wall-to-wall TVs. At every Twin Peaks, guests are immediately welcomed by a friendly Twin Peaks Girl and served up a menu made for MVPs.”

“Twin Peaks delivers everything guests want in a sports bar — scratch-made food, 29-degree draft beer, and the best place to catch every game,” Verma said. “We look forward to introducing the brand’s signature lodge experience and welcoming Twin Peaks girls to Connecticut, establishing a new home base for local sports fans and food enthusiasts.”

Twin Peaks was founded in 2005 in Lewisville, Texas, a suburb of Dallas. There are 114 locations in the United States and Mexico. The closest location to Connecticut is in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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