Woman Shot on Howard Ave in New Haven; Xavion Battle, 29, Arrested
Woman shot in arm at a Howard Avenue apartment in New Haven at 10:46 p.m. March 14, 2026. Xavion Tyrek Battle, 29, arrested and charged with assault and firearm offenses.
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New Haven Police: Arrests in 4 of 5 Shootings in 2026, Warrants for More
New Haven police made arrests in 4 of 5 non-fatal shootings in 2026, with 3 cases involving juveniles including a 13-year-old, and warrants outstanding for 2 more suspects.
New Haven Mayor Cites 39% Crime Drop After Violent Weekend on Grand Avenue
Mayor Elicker cited a 39% violent crime drop and 51% fall in New Haven shootings in 2025 after a violent weekend that included a Grand Avenue shooting and two stabbings.
Bridgeport Man Sentenced to 80 Years for 2024 Stratford Avenue Murder
A Bridgeport man has been sentenced to 80 years in prison for the 2024 murder of Brandaja Winston on Stratford Avenue. The case, involving an AK-47 shooting from a moving vehicle, remains partially open as police investigate a second shooter.