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Authorities Arrest Suspect in Meriden Shooting Death of Woman, Investigation Ongoing

Meriden, CT – Authorities in Meriden have apprehended a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman, an incident that has shaken the local community. The Meriden Police Department confirmed the arrest late Friday evening, stating that the investigation is ongoing to piece together the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. The victim, who was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a residential area of Meriden, was promptly taken to a nearby hospital. Despite …

State Bomb Squad Investigates Explosion in Meriden Storm Drain, Finds Device Not Explosive

MERIDEN, Connecticut – The state bomb squad hurried to the scene in Meriden on Monday evening following reports of an explosion in a storm drain. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. near Cross Street and Women’s Way, as detailed by Lieutenant Darrin McKay of the local police department. Upon arrival, officers discovered smoke emanating from the storm drain. Despite initial concerns, authorities confirmed that the explosion was not of significant magnitude and did not result …

Storm Drain “Explosion” in Meriden Deemed Safe After Bomb Squad Investigation

Meriden, Connecticut – Authorities in Meriden, Connecticut responded to reports of a “storm drain explosion” on Tuesday night, prompting an investigation to ensure public safety. The incident, which occurred near the intersection of Cross Street and Women’s Way, led to the discovery of a suspicious item that was later determined to not be explosive. Upon arrival at the scene just after 6 p.m., police found smoke emanating from a nearby storm drain following reports of …

Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Strangling Ex-Girlfriend in Meriden

MERIDEN, CONNECTICUT – A man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after being found guilty of strangling his ex-girlfriend, Perrie Mason, just days before she disappeared. Jason Watson, 41, was charged with a number of offenses including strangulation, assault, unlawful restraint, and disorderly conduct. He pleaded guilty on Nov. 27 and was sentenced on Monday by the Division of Criminal Justice. Mason, a single mother of two boys, was reported missing on Aug. …