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Stamford Advocate Police News
Stamford man struck by CT Transit bus remains in intensive care, police say
12/06/2024
The Stamford man who was struck by a CT Transit bus Thursday underwent emergency surgery and is in the Intensive Care Unit, police said.
Stamford man in critical condition after being struck by CT Transit bus, police say
12/06/2024
Police said the man might have fallen from the sidewalk and into the CT Transit bus' path.
After collision with Stamford school bus, car rolls into ditch on Long Ridge Road
12/04/2024
The driver of the car was transported to Stamford Hospital with reportedly minor injuries. Police said none of the children nor the bus driver was injured.
Stamford man's sentencing for two home invasions delayed after potential conflict of interest arises
12/03/2024
The Stamford man made off with cash and a Porsche 911 and told the victims he would return to their home and kill them if they called police, warrant said.
Oaklawn Avenue in Stamford reopens after tractor-trailer crash, police say
12/02/2024
Police said there were no reported injuries from the incident.
Stamford police respond to four suicides in a week, urge people to reach out
11/28/2024
With the holiday season approaching, Stamford's assistant police chief said he worries the trend could continue, as it can be a hard time of year for people.
Stamford Advocate Local News
Former Stamford Playtex building to be razed, 56 condos built under new development proposal
12/09/2024
The developers would set aside six units to be sold below as "affordable," though the a "payment-in-lieu" into the city's affordable housing fund is also an option.
Photos: Santa rappels down Landmark Tower in Stamford for Heights and Lights
12/09/2024
Santa and other characters rappelled down Landmark Tower, the city's second-tallest building, for Stamford's 2024 Heights and Lights event on Sunday.
Stamford Police Officer sworn in to Board of Reps to represent part of Bedford Street and east
12/08/2024
The new members is the last person to be sworn in to fill three vacancies announced in November.
Looking back at Alive at Five's top performers during the Stamford concert series 27-year run
12/07/2024
Downtown Stamford's premier concert series has ended after 27 years. Let's take a look at some of its most notable musicians.
In Photos: New Canaan's Saxe Intermediate School spreads holiday cheer in the musical "Elf Jr."
12/07/2024
Fifth and sixth grade students from New Canaan spread some "sparkle jolly twinkle jingley" holiday spirit with their production of the musical "Elf Jr."
CT musicians remember Alive at Five's start as series ends: 'Stamford was a different town then'
12/07/2024
Mario Socci, who played drums for Sharkey & the Unknowns, said the feel of the first year was a far cry from recent iterations.
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UnitedHealthcare CEO's killer likely fled NYC on bus after ambush, NYPD says
12/06/2024
Security video shows the shooter approaching Brian Thompson from behind, firing several shots with a gun equipped with a silencer
Video: Stabbing suspect runs at N.Y. troopers with knife before fatal OIS
12/06/2024
New York State Police troopers twice tried to use a TASER, but the suspect got up and continued to come at the officers with the knife
BWC: Fla. deputies rescue teens from sinking vehicle
12/06/2024
Once they were barely out of the car, with one of the women still clinging to the car, the vehicle suddenly nose-dived, sinking 20 feet to the bottom of the pond, deputies said
10 injured when Calif. motorcycle officer crashes into crowd at holiday parade
12/08/2024
A witness claimed the officer lost control of the motorcycle while attempting a wheelie
‘Suspicious’ delivery leads to discovery of 2,800 bags of magic mushrooms, Calif. cops say
12/08/2024
The package, delivered to a Lake Elsinore business in August, had “psilocybin mushrooms and marijuana products,” the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office said
N.Y. State Police rescue woman stranded in snowstorm on way to heart transplant
12/08/2024
"The actions of the Troopers, medical staff, and transportation teams highlight how critical teamwork and quick thinking can save lives," NYSP Troop A's PIO stated
Public Safety Labor News
Ohio Security Guard’s “All Lives Splatter” Meme Protected By The First Amendment
11/08/2024
Eric Noble worked as a security guard at the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Library for a little over two years. On May 26, 2020, Noble shared a widely disseminated meme on Facebook. It depicted figures being maimed or running to escape from being maimed by a large automobile, with the words “ALL LIV
City Manager Free To Reject Findings And Recommendations Of Arbitrator
11/08/2024
Sergio Ramirez began his tenure as a police officer in the California City of Indio Police Department in 2005. In August 2016, Ramirez was charged with rape and two additional counts of sexual assault of his 18-year-old niece. The City of Indio placed Ramirez on administrative leave, asked him to t
Arizona Supreme Court Invalidates Union Leave Benefit As Improper Gift
11/08/2024
Although this case does not directly involve a public safety union, it is a cautionary tale for public sector employers and the unions with whom they negotiate. AFSCME Local 2384 represents the unsworn personnel of the City of Phoenix, Arizona. The Local 2384 represents workers across several units
Firefighter’s Lawsuit Against Insurer For Denial Of Gender Affirming Care May Proceed
11/08/2024
Jane Doe is the pseudonym of a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania firefighter, who was employed by the City for over 30 years. Doe came out as a transgender woman late in her career and sought pre-authorization for facial feminization surgery from her City-provided health insurance. She had earlier been dia
Pre-Discipline Notice Need Not Explain Reason For Termination Rather Than Suspension
11/08/2024
On January 26, 2018, Officer Erik Andrade of the Milwaukee Police Department was part of a group of officers who forcibly arrested Milwaukee Bucks player Sterling Brown. Brown was arrested with force and was shocked with a Taser. Andrade transported him to the police station after his arrest. Late
Michigan County Liable For Adopting Unofficial Policy To “Get” CO
11/08/2024
James Stanley was a correctional sergeant in Macomb County, Michigan, serving under Sheriff Anthony Wickersham and Undersheriff Elizabeth Darga. Wickersham was elected in 2012, and Stanley had supported Wickersham’s opponent. In 2016, Wickersham ordered Stanley’s demotion from sergeant to correctio