Connecticut
Mass. man who sexually abused young girl in CT over a six-year period sentenced to prison

A Massachusetts man convicted of sexually assaulting a young girl in Connecticut over a six-year period was sentenced to 15 years in prison, officials said.
Joshua J. Frenette, 41, of Granville, Massachusetts, was sentenced by Judge Walter A. Menjivar to 25 years in prison, execution suspended after 15 years served, followed by 25 years of probation, according to Litchfield State’s Attorney David R. Shannon.
He also was ordered to register as a sex offender in Connecticut, as well as to obey three standing criminal protective orders, Shannon said in a statement.
Frenette was convicted of two counts of first-degree sexual assault, attempt to commit first-degree sexual assault and three counts of risk of injury to a minor after a four-day trial in January, according to the Connecticut Division of Criminal Justice.
Court records show Frenette sexually assaulted a young girl between 2011 and 2017, while the victim was between the ages of 7 and 13. According to court records, the assaults occurred at various locations in West Hartland, Winsted and Bridgeport.
There was also testimony presented at trial that showed years of physical and emotional abuse the victim and two siblings were subjected to by Frenette, court records show.
“State’s Attorney Shannon would like to thank the Connecticut State Police, Western District Major Crime Squad and the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Division of Scientific Services for their extensive work and dedication in this investigation,” the DCJ said in a release on Friday.

Connecticut
Vehicle crashes into police car in Wethersfield during investigation: police

A vehicle crashed into a police car in Wethersfield during an investigation over the weekend, according to police.
Officers responded to Cumberland Farms on the Berlin Turnpike around 1:30 a.m. to help investigate a vehicle that was wanted by Hartford Police Department for not being returned to its owner.
Police said the Nissan Kicks was seen by Newington police officers parked in the Cumberland Farms parking lot and was called into Wethersfield police.
As officers approached the vehicle, investigators said the driver put the vehicle in drive and drove out of the parking spot.
According to police, the Nissan Kicks hit the front of a Wethersfield police cruiser while leaving.
At the time of the collision, the police cruiser was not occupied. No injuries were reported.
The investigation is ongoing.
Connecticut
Woman and 1-month-old son reported missing from Washington, Conn.

Connecticut State Police are searching for a woman and her 1-month-old son who are reported missing from Washington, Connecticut, on Sunday.
Troopers said a Silver Alert was issued for 27-year-old Sadie Fleming who was last seen leaving her home on foot with her infant son, Hudson.
Fleming and her son have been missing since early Sunday morning.
According to state police, Fleming has brown hair and brown eyes. She is 5-foot 4-inches tall and weighs 140 pounds.
Anyone with information about their whereabouts should contact Troop L at (860) 626-7900.
Connecticut
Hikers get outside to enjoy ‘Trails Day' across Connecticut, with more hikes still to go

It’s “Trails Day” in Connecticut and beyond, a day to celebrate the outdoors by getting outside.
The American Hiking Society started the annual event and the Connecticut Forest and Parks Association keeps it going here in Connecticut.
They’ll tell you a day outside, is a day well spent.
“I thought, here is a chance to try out a new trail,” said Jeff Dickey–Chasins, of Middletown.
He had been wanting to check out the southern section of Middletown along the Connecticut River, so he took Trails Day as a chance to explore with a group.
The day is dedicated to recreation on the state’s trails.
“Even though there are a few sprinkles we have people ready to go for the hike,” said Gail Hanson, the leader of Dickey-Chasins hike.
She said this is her third year leading hikes, but has been volunteering with the organization for five years. As a former science teacher, for her, it’s a chance to help people appreciate the world they are in.
“I talk to people about the rocks, the birds, the flowers, I point things out, the more you notice, the more fun it could be,” Hanson said.
The CFPA puts on about 200 hikes and events in 110 towns around the state. The idea is to get more people exposed to the outdoors and enjoying what Connecticut has to offer.
They maintain about 825 miles of our states trail system so this is also a chance to check in on trails at the start of the busy hiking season.
“Really what we want to do is make the outdoors accessible and families especially to experience something new,” said Chuck Toal, leader of Trails Day for the CFPA.
He notes there are activities geared toward everyone, of all experience levels.
“Things like paddles and bike trips, history hikes, yoga hikes, birding events, there are urban events, there are farm walks,” Toal said.
He said Connecticut’s trails are stellar and more people should be outside using them. This is a chance to do that and celebrate our great state.
“It’s really become a great celebration of all our outdoors here in the state,” he explained.
Despite a few Saturday showers, those participating in the Middletown hike, say a wet day in the woods is still better than a day spent indoors.
“To be outside, what she was saying earlier, its very relaxing, even if it’s raining its relaxing,” explained Dickey-Chasins.
Some Saturday events did get postponed, and there are still Sunday hikes to attend. The CFPA asks you register for the events if you would like to participate.
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