BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) - Bristol police said they are investigating a fatal car crash in the area of Camp Street and Farmington Avenue on Friday. Updated: 11 hours ago. "We stand with @BristolCTPolice as they mourn the loss of their heroes, Sergeant Dustin Demonte and Police Officer Alex Hamzy," the New York City Police Department said on Twitter. Christine Jeltema provides an update on the Bristol police shooting Thursday morning. Im trying to remember as much as possible about him, said Bryana Sanzaro, DeMontes cousin. Investigators said Officer Alec Iurato, also wounded in the attack, fired the single shot that killed the gunman. Bristol Mayor Jeff Caggiano and Police Chief Brian Gould talked with Dennis House about how Iurato, the community and police department are doing six months later. To lose a student, current or former, is an enormously painful experience for educators," Middletown Superintendent Alberto Vzquez Matos said. Mike Ghiroli, who lives nearby on Redstone Hill Road, said he heard the gunshots in bursts. Bristol Police officers Sgt. These cowardly acts of violence targeting our first responders have to stop. The U.S. has experienced an increase in overdose deaths, with more than 106,000 residents overdosing during 2021, the most ever recorded in a 12-month period.Visit here for more details. The foundation "responds to immediate requests for assistance, to improve the lives of local families touched by tragedy, through matching the charitable donation of Gregs media audience," its website states. Person leaps from second-story home escaping Bristol house fire. "I heard three rounds of 9 or 10 gunshots each.". "We also hope that the injured officer makes a speedy and full recovery," the statement said. Those funds will be matched up to $50,000. We just, like, hearing the gunshots like pop pop pop pop pop pop up and stop, and then stop for maybe 30 seconds and then another round pop pop pop pop pop and then it just stopped. Photos of DeMonte and Hamzy were displayed on the center field scoreboard. The East Hartford Police and Health Department are holding the Drug Enforcement Administrations Take Back Day on April 22nd to allow residents to dispose of expired, unwanted, and unused prescription medications. Iurato was also shot but survived the encounter with serious injuries, according to police. State police said the suspect who initially opened fire was killed and his brother was wounded. Bristol police said Thursday a fund for the families of the officers has also been established at Thomaston Savings Bank through the police union, called the "Bristol Police Heroes Fund.". Authorities identified the officers killed as Sgt. Police told the news station they found an impromptu operating setup, medication and equipment such as dental drills, suction machines and a portable X-ray machine in the hotel room. What happened between that encounter and the shootings is unclear. The male then became unresponsive and lifesaving measures were needed. Email us at. Paul Cicarella of North Haven . Jehnings, who said he volunteered for Newington for 26 years, has a more personal connection to line-of-duty deaths than most. Principal Joseph DeGennaro said in a Twitter post Thursday that Iurato was a "terrific" role model, standout baseball player, and "an even better person.". The Tunnel to Towers Foundation, a nonprofit founded in the wake of 9/11 to support fallen first responders and their families, announced Thursday that it would pay off the mortgage on the home of Sgt. Upon. "To lose a student who was also a child of one of our colleagues, current or former, makes the loss exponentially greater.". BRISTOL, Va. The Bristol Casino generated more than $13.8 million in adjusted gross revenues from slots and table games in March, the Virginia Lottery stated Friday in a news release. State Police has identified the suspects in the slaying of two Bristol police officers as Nicholas Brutcher, 35, and Nathan Brutcher, 32. This is heartbreaking. Iurato was also rushed to the hospital and underwent surgery at Saint Francis Hospital for his serious gunshot wound. I am devastated by the news that two Bristol police officers, Sgt. That resulted in the police department coming into contact with Nicholas Brutcher. "They showed up, they answered a call for service. BRISTOL, Conn. The opioid crisis, especially Fentanyl, has become a nationwide issue. We will continue to pray for them all," Martin said. bristolpress.com | The Bristol Press Weather Alert Special Weather Statement until FRI 6:15 PM EDT Mobile vaccine clinics available this April, May Mayor meets with homeless service organizations to encourage collaboration Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments to hold a "Community Walk Audit" News Dustin DeMonte was married with two children, ages 3 and 2, with a third baby on the way, Philip DeMonte said. Iurato underwent treatment at the hospital for what was described as serious wounds. About a minute later, a single shot is heard. Business Buzz is sponsored by NBT Bank, and we are very thankful for their support. Another officer was escorted from Bristol to Farmington at 11 a.m. (3/4). He has so many amazing qualities. The suspect immediately began firing, striking all three of them. Police said the 17-year-old was also transported to a hospital with serious injuries. Upon arrival at the scene of the crash, officers found two cars, one operated by a 61-year-old male who was entrapped in his vehicle and the other by a 17-year-old male. Bristol police. He directed flags to be lowered to half-staff on Thursday and remain lowered "until sunset on the date of interment, which has not yet been determined.". An Middletown-area EMT who attended the Bristol Police Station vigil Friday night said he went to school with Officer Alex Hamzy. Sgt. "If I had to guess, Id say it was 30 shots, Ghiroli said. Sergeant DeMontes family spoke with Channel 3. He had a smile that the chief of police, he told me, I will never forget that smile on his face.'". pic.twitter.com/C0ANBk2Y0q. SCENE VIDEO: Firefighters respond to apartment fire in Hartford. The three officers were the first ones to respond to a domestic violence call Wednesday night. Your April 17 morning update from Channel 3 Eyewitness News. Stream Live onROKU:Add the channel from theROKU storeor by searching FOX61. The initial series of shots included about 30 rounds, fired over the course of six to seven seconds, as heard in the video footage. Connecticut State Police remained on scene as the sun rose at Red Stone Hill Road in Bristol, Conn. Thursday, Oct. 13, after a shooting that killed two Bristol police officers overnight. , Philip F. 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Hartford District Chief Kyle Krupa talks about a fire his crews responded to at Charter Oak Place on Monday, April 17. Get started! Our office and our federal agency partners will support the Bristol Police and Connecticut State Police in any way we can," Avery said. Earlier this month, Iurato was inducted into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame and received the Courage in Service Award. Nicholas Brutcher, meanwhile, was killed at the scene and his death was ruled a homicide. The scene was a residential area about a half mile from ESPN. Two officers were killed and one was seriously injured in a shooting that happened in Bristol overnight, according to state police. Read More Teenager shot by homeowner after going to wrong house to pick up siblingsCouncil releases rap video urging voters to check ID ahead of local electionsCowboy builders film themselves boasting about ripping off 82-year-old victim. 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We are thinking of the entire Bristol Police Department as they mourn this devastating loss, and I wish the third officer injured, Alec Iurato, a quick and full recovery. UPDATE: 3 officers were shot in Bristol OIS. UPDATE: 2 officers were fatally shot and 1 is with serious injuries. Younger brother Nathan Brutcher also was shot. State police said Bristol police responded to a 911 call involving a domestic incident between two siblings at 310 Redstone Hill Road around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday. Police arrested Hugo Moraes-DeLima after receiving reports of dental work being performed inside of a hotel room. 2 men injured in crash involving an electric bike in Bristol. Susan Bysiewicz were expected to attend the vigil. This is a developing story. News. So far, the foundation has raised more than $10,000, according to the show's Instagram page. According to sources, he was dressed in camouflage. Processions took the fallen officers to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Farmington later Thursday morning. Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould identified the fallen officers as Sgt. Officers went to the side door of the house and spoke to Nathan Brutcher. He didnt deserve what happened to him. Your April 17 morning update from Channel 3 Eyewitness News. "We were there for 18 hours that day, just waiting to see what was going to happen . Just that time that was going by, it just brought back all those memories of standing there wondering and worrying, you know, 'Are they alive? His death was ruled a homicide. In a separate statement, state Sen. Ryan Fazio, R-Greenwich, said Connecticut stood behind the officers and their families. (We only want contrubutors on the radio side) Public Anyone can see who's in the group and what they post. Dustin DeMonte brought joy and laughter to the lives of his loved ones, his brother said in an interview with Hearst Connecticut Media Group Thursday. This culture of lawlessness must stop! the organization wrote on Twitter on Thursday. Hartford District Chief Kyle Krupa talks about a fire his crews responded to at Charter Oak Place on Monday, April 17. I said, Im not gonna go out there right away!' He is a patriot, he is an all-American, Hamzy Sr. said. Two Bristol police officers were killed and a third was wounded Wednesday night responding to a domestic dispute between two brothers at a home on Redstone Hill Road, authorities said. Responding. CT State Police Troop H say they are responding to the Redstone Hill Road area in Bristol for reports of an officer involved shooting. Hundreds of people congregated near the Bristol Police Station, 131 North Main St., Thursday evening at a second vigil for slain Bristol Sgt. Christine is a veteran reporter with decades of experience at newspapers in Connecticut and New York, including The Bristol Press, the Journal Inquirer and The Hartford Courant. The event will also provide free COVID-19 test kits, Deterra pouches, and Narcan (naloxone) kits to residents on a first come, first serve basis. The scene on Redstone Hill Road in Bristol, where two police officers were fatally shot and another seriously wounded Thursday night. For them to lose their lives which they know every day you got out there life or death.. Hamilton police are looking for as many as two or three more suspects in a shooting. BRISTOL Two police officers were killed and a third was seriously wounded after responding to a 911 call regarding an apparent domestic dispute betweenbrothers at a Redstone Hill Road home late Wednesday, officials said. We send our condolences to their families & loved ones. Alex Hamzy were killed in an ambush on Oct. 12, 2022. SCENE VIDEO: Firefighters respond to apartment fire in Hartford. Hartford homicide rates down from this time last year, FORECAST: Finally feeling more like April this week, For Collinsville Canoe & Kayak, warm weather points towards an early launch, Bristol Officer Iurato throws out first pitch at fallen officer fundraiser baseball game. Third child of fallen Bristol Lt. Dustin DeMonte born. State police said that the shooting was an isolated incident and that there was no threat to the public. Dustin DeMonte was a catcher on the Middletown High School baseball team, graduating in 2005 and then earned a bachelor's degree in criminology at Central Connecticut State University, his brother said. All rights reserved. State police confirmed that officers responded to a home on Redstone Hill Road in Bristol shortly after 11 p.m. on Wednesday. The Hereford Bulls defeated Harford Tech, 37-24, in the Class 2A state quarterfinals on Friday night. Instead of preparing to celebrate the birth of their third child, the DeMonte family is now facing a future without their husband and father. It wasn't pop, it was pop, pop, pop, pop, pop. According to Farmington. In a statement, Westport police said the department "extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow officers of the two brave Bristol police officers who gave their lives in service to their community.". Dustin DeMonte, who graduated from the school in 2010 with a degree in criminology. According to the United States Department of Justice, indictments showed that the commercial fishermen each worked for fishing companies operating primarily out of New Bedford, HARTFORD, Conn. A Hartford man faces a murder charge after police said he stabbed his girlfriend to death. Hartford District Chief Kyle Krupa talks about a fire his crews Conn. (WFSB) - A 13-year-old boy from Ohio is dead after attempting a popular challenge on TikTok. The Middletown public school district said the school community has been shaken by the death of alum Dustin DeMonte, describing his passing as "sudden and tragic.". The procession will start at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner on Route 4 in Farmington and continue the entire way to Terryville, a State Police spokesperson said. The National Fraternal Order of Police, which bills itself as the countrys oldest and largest police union, blamed animosity toward law enforcement for encouraging and enabling acts of violence against police officers, such as Wednesday's shooting in which two Bristol officers were killed and a third was injured. The following is a technical discussion of Connecticut's forecast written by Channel 3's meteorologists. Bristol police said went in for surgery at St. Francis Hospital. A press conference is forthcoming. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. It was like a war zone.". He heard a woman screaming, You (expletive) killed them!". 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