New Haven Police Chief Explains 'Compassion Plus Accountability' Policing Plan
New Haven Police Chief David Zannelli says compassion plus accountability will guide policing, backed by crisis training for 80 officers and 24 new bike cops.
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New Haven Police Chief Credits License-Plate Readers as Violent Crime Falls
New Haven is on track for its fewest violent-crime incidents in 15 years, Police Chief David Zannelli says, and he counts the city's 300-plus license-plate readers among the reasons.
Person Dies After 3-Alarm Fire at Bridgeport Home on Denver Avenue
One person died and two others were taken to the hospital for evaluation after a three-alarm fire at a multi-family home on Bridgeport’s Denver Avenue.
New Haven Government Roundup: Finance, Safety and Tax Items
New Haven committees were scheduled to address a $27 million bond proposal, public safety cameras, a Sylvan Avenue lease and tax-abatement requests.
Guilford Selectmen Approve $36,000 Study on Police Department Facility Needs
Guilford selectmen voted 3-0 on March 25 to fund a $36,000 police facility study. Silver Petrucelli & Associates will assess whether to renovate or replace the 30-year-old Church Street station.
New Haven Pension Board Rejects Chief Jacobson's Disability Claim
New Haven's pension board unanimously rejected ex-chief Jacobson's disability claim as he faces felony charges for stealing $85,500 while wagering $4.4M on DraftKings.
Six New Officers Sworn Into Meriden Police Amid Staffing Push
Meriden Police swore in 6 new officers on March 23, 2026, headed to two CT academies. Starting pay is $65,041, rising to $94,494 after 3 years.
New Haven Names Zannelli Police Chief After Jacobson Embezzlement
New Haven Mayor Elicker nominated David Zannelli as permanent police chief on March 25. Zannelli helped expose ex-chief Jacobson, who stole $85,500 while wagering $4.4M on sports betting apps.
East Haven Mayor Proposes 2.81-Mill Rate Increase in Annual Budget Address
Mayor Carfora proposed a 2.81-mill tax increase for East Haven's 2026-2027 budget, driven by rising special ed costs and contractual obligations. Public hearings are expected.
Massachusetts Man Arrested in East Haven Street Takeover That Left Police Cruiser Damaged
Liam Timothy Walsh, 20, of Somerville, MA was arrested March 24 in connection with the November 30, 2025 street takeover at ShopRite Plaza in East Haven, during which a masked mob attacked an occupied police cruiser. More arrests are expected.
New Haven Man Hid Under Mattress in North Haven Home Invasion
New Haven man David Palmisano, 43, was arrested for home invasion in North Haven after hiding under a mattress. He faces 7 felony charges and an active NY extradition warrant.
Woman Rescued from Submerged Jeep in Connecticut River at Rocky Hill Boat Launch
Rocky Hill firefighters pulled a woman from a Jeep submerged 35 feet in the Connecticut River at Ferry Park boat launch on March 23, 2026.