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Posted yesterday at 11:37am
An examination is being performed on a body found in Lake Lillinonah late Tuesday morning. Department of Energy and Environmental Protection spokesman Dwayne Gardner says the body was reported near where they have been searching for a commercial photographer who was reported missing last week.
Police say 33-year-old Eric Langlois crashed a mountain bike last Tuesday in the Housatonic River, which was swollen from heavy rains. But he managed to swim to shore. He told his wife he was going back the next day to look for the bicycle.
A homeowner out on their dock in Bridgewater around 11:40 yesterday morning called state police to report that they saw what appeared to be a body floating in the water. The dock is across the lake from Lovers Leap State Park.
The Chief Medical Examiner says it could take 24 to 48 hours to make a positive identification.
Posted yesterday at 11:36am
A Brookfield podiatrist who was found guilty Friday of health care fraud has been taken into custody. Police say 38-year old Samir Zaky went to the home of an elderly man and asked him why he testified against him. Zaky was arrested Saturday morning for violating terms of his bond, which has now been revoked.
He's being held for his sentencing date of September 10th.
According to court documents the doctor at Affiliated Podiatrists LLC of Brookfield submitted claims to Medicare for surgical procedures to remove the border of a toenail, when in fact he actually only clipped or trimmed patients toenails.
Posted yesterday at 11:33am
The closest hearing about a water rate increase proposal being held by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority was last night. The meeting in Fairfield to discuss the double digit request by Aquarion Water Company is the first of four being held. The others will be in Mystic, Torrington and Simsbury.
Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi says the request is a three year plan with rates rising each year. He says there's still people unemployed and underemployed that can't absorb the excessive 19-percent request.
Aquarion serves over 625,000 customers in Connecticut. They could soon add to their service territory. A public hearing is being scheduled in Bethel by town officials on the potential sale of Bethel Water Company to Aquarion.
The Torrington hearing is scheduled for June 25th at 6:30pm at City Hall.
Posted yesterday at 11:26am
The investigation continues into a head on collision in Patterson on Friday that sent two people to Danbury Hospital. The accident on Route 164 is being blamed for traffic delays on Interstate 84 back into Connecticut during the start of the evening commute.
The Putnam County Sheriff's office reports that 53-year old Carl Ocskasy of Pleasant Valley was speeding and failed to yield the right of way in a one-lane underpass. He hit a car driven by 52-year old Jill Parrish of Pennsylvania.
Both cars were totalled.
The drivers were transported to Danbury Hospital. They were treated and released.
Posted yesterday at 11:25am
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) While a new Quinnipiac University Poll shows a majority of Connecticut voters support the state's new gun control law, there's doubt whether enough has been done to help prevent another mass school shooting like the one in Newtown.
In a survey, 57 percent of registered voters say they support the new gun law, which includes an expanded assault weapons ban and a ban on large-capacity ammunition magazines. Thirty-seven percent opposed it.
When asked whether enough has been done in response to the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre to reduce the likelihood of a future school shooting, 47 percent said no, while 43 percent answered yes.
The telephone survey of 1,154 voters, conducted June 12-17, had a margin of sampling error of plus or minus 2.9 percentage points.
CONWAY, S.C. (AP) A Connecticut gun manufacturer is moving to South Carolina after Connecticut state lawmakers passed stricter gun control laws after the Sandy Hook School shootings.
The (Myrtle Beach) Sun News reports PRT Industries will make the formal announcement next week at a ribbon-cutting to be attended by Governor Nikki Haley.
Horry County Council Chairman Mark Lazarus says he's excited about the development. The county council has approved a resolution setting out the terms of the company's move.
PRT's chief executive officer, Josh Fiorini, says the plant will employ 140 people, many of whom will relocate from Connecticut. The move will take place over three years.
The company said it has been contacted by 41 states and selected South Carolina from six finalists.
Posted yesterday at 11:25am
A man stopped on Route 22 in Southeast by police for a routine traffic violation, had a suspended license. The Putnam County Sheriff's Office says 26-year old Hugo Remirez-Lorenso of Patterson was charged early Saturday morning and at that time was held for arraignment.
Meanwhile, early Sunday morning a driver was stopped on Main Street in Brewster for a traffic violation. Deputies determined that 22-year old Jose Micolta was under the influence of alcohol and marijuana. He was charged with DWI and a possession count.
Posted Tuesday afternoon
A man has been arrested for breaking into a Danbury home, being forced out by the residents only to return a short time later. Danbury Police were called to a home on Main Street late Friday by someone who heard his roommate screaming and struggling with a man who broke in.
52-year old Garry Gagnon allegedly broke the door in and was eventually forced out of the house.
Police did not find him in the area, but he was spotted by the homeowners back an hour later. At that time Police say Gagnon broke their car window and tried to get in, but officers were able to respond to the scene before he fled.
Gagnon was arrested for burglary, criminal mischief, threatening, attempted larceny and tampering with a motor vehicle. He is being held on bond.
Posted Tuesday afternoon
A witness to a car accident in Danbury early Monday morning was bribed by the driver who was attempting to flee and lied to police about it. Danbury Police were called to George Street just after midnight.
A witness saw 38-year old Franco Salinas back into another car and try to drive off.
When the other person removed the keys, Salinas allegedly got out of the car and tried to bribe the witness to let him leave. When Police arrived, Salinas told them his friend was driving and left the scene.
He was charged with driving under the influence, driving without a license, unsafe backing and interfering with police. Salinas was released on bond for a court appearance next Thursday.
Posted Tuesday afternoon
An accident in the parking lot of a gas station in Danbury led to a person taking the keys from the fleeing driver. Danbury Police responded to the accident at the Food Bag on Main Street late Sunday night.
A witness to the accident was able to remove the keys from the car stopping the driver from leaving.
The driver, 28 year old Manuel Arevalo of Danbury, was determined to be under the influence. He was charged for driving without a license, DWI, evading responsibility and unsafe backing.
Arevalo was released on bond for a court appearance next Thursday.
Posted Tuesday afternoon
NSA leaker Edward Snowden is defending his disclosure of top-secret U.S. spying programs.
4th District Congressman Jim Himes says the country is up against terrorists, but that can't cause us to give up civil liberties that are at the core of what this country is about. He says some people are calling Edward Snowden a hero, but he doesn't agree.
Himes, who sits on the Intellegence Committee, participated in a two hour hearing last week with the NSA about the leaks and the surveillance program.
Historically information has been gathered on people under suspicion and where there is probable cause. Himes says the Patriot Act was passed quickly because people were scared and it gave the Government an enormous amount of power. While the NSA didn't do anything illegal, Himes says Congress should revisit the law that gives the agency unprecedented authority to gather information on people.
Himes questioned where the line gets drawn around protection of people's privacy.
Posted Tuesday afternoon
Sculptures made of steel, stoneware, aluminum, bronze, copper, wood and stone will be on the property and available for public viewing for at least the next year. There are 24 pieces on loan from 14 artists who helped transport and install their artwork on the grounds for free.
Danbury sculptor Denis Folz called it an honor to have two of his works on display.
The curator of the exhibit says Governor Malloy wanted the sculpture park installed to showcase Connecticut artists.
David Boyajian of New Fairfield, a sculptor for the past 35 years, said the artists welcome the public exposure to their works. His piece is called ‘‘Kinetic Milkweed,’’ and is made of steel and pivots with a strong breeze. It sits on the lower back lawn with a blooming white dogwood tree serving as a backdrop.
A horse made from scrap steel and inspired by an old red wheelbarrow, is just one of 24 works from Connecticut sculptors that’s on display. Marcia Spivak’s ‘‘Big Red’’ sits on the back lawn. The Wilton artist, who specializes in horse sculptures, said she often finds inspiration from ‘‘Dumpster-diving’’ for scrap metal.
Posted Tuesday afternoon
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) Texas Gov. Rick Perry is courting Connecticut gun manufacturers, extolling the tax policies and regulatory climate of his state.
Perry spent time Monday shooting at a firing range at Colt Manufacturing Co., touring plants and meeting privately with company owners and other businesses. Some gun makers have threatened to leave Connecticut since the state passed new gun-control laws this year in response to the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre.
At a news conference, Perry questioned whether Connecticut's regulatory climate allows citizens to enjoy their freedoms or ``are they going to relocate somewhere?''
Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy made an unannounced visit to Perry's meeting in Hartford and offered what he called ``Yankee hospitality.'' He says he doesn't think Perry understands the kind of loss caused by Newtown ``and how it's affected people in our state.''
Perry said his visit to Connecticut and New York is not intended to boost his profile for another run at the Republican presidential nomination. He says 2016 will take care of itself.
Posted Monday afternoon
Two Danbury residents have been arrested in a suspected child abuse case. Danbury Police say the Special Victims Unit received a report of possible abuse from the state Department of Children and Families. DCF had been contacted by an elementary school of an 8 and 9 year old with suspicious injuries.
After an investigation, warrants were issued for the arrest of the care takers of the siblings.
Surveillance was set up at the home of Marco Tuapante on Friday and he was arrested when he returned home. Tara Henke was then located and arrested.
Tuapante was charged with reckless endangerment and four counts each of risk of injury and assault. He is being held on $50,000 bond. Henk was charged with two counts of risk of injury. She is being held on $20,000 bond.
Posted Monday afternoon
Two dark colored Hondas speeding and taking up both lanes of Memorial Drive on Saturday were involved in an accident with a pick up truck. Witnesses told Danbury Police that the truck tried to avoid the cars causing one of them to become pinned underneath. The other car then collided with the pinned vehicle. Police say that driver, then fled the scene and was located a short time later.

(Photo courtesy: Chief Rongetti [@germantownfd10])
The truck was driven by Jamie Ramivo Zhunio. The driver of the Honda that was pinned under that truck was identified as Marcos Marin of Danbury. He and his passenger, Romulo Fajardo of Danbury, had to be extricated by firefighters. They were taken to Danbury Hospital by ambulance for treatment of their injuries.
The driver of the other car, Jorge Marcatoma of Danbury, was transported to Danbury Hospital after being located on Overlook Road.
The accident remains under investigation. Any witness is asked to contact Sgt Rory DeRocco at 203-797-2157.
Posted Monday afternoon
The past few weeks have brought with it several accidents involving Metro North trains. There was the derailment and crash in mid-may followed by a rail worker being killed and then a fallen tree struck Friday morning. Friday night a drawbridge was stuck in the open position leaving the evening commute with at least a 90 minute delay.
4th District Congressman Jim Himes says there is a lot of work for the railroad to do to ensure safety of its passengers and its employees. In the derailment accident, Metro North had inspected the track just days before and found a problem, but deemed it not important. Himes says the fact that Metro North knew of a track problem is worrisome.
The National Transportation Safety Board report about the derailment and crash that injured more than 70 people is not due out for several months.
Posted Monday afternoon
The coordinator of jazz studies at Western Connecticut State University has been presented with the 2013 Governor's Arts Awards. Jimmy Greene and two others were recognized by Governor Malloy this weekend during the International Festival for Arts and Ideas.
Western Music Department Chairman Jamie Begian says Jimmy is an outstanding role model for the students. Greene is an internationally acclaimed saxophonist, composer and band leader.
Begian says despite tremendous difficulties he has had to endure, Greene has proven to be an invaluable member of the department since becoming a faculty member last year. His daughter Ana Grace was one of 20 first graders killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School six months ago.
Greene said reviewing the list of past recipients is quite humbling. He added that he is blessed to have learned at the feet of such giants of the arts in Connecticut and to have lived most of his life here.
Greene says there is a vibrant, inspirational community of musicians and artists in Connecticut, and he is proud to be a small part of it.
Posted Monday afternoon
NEW MILFORD, Conn. (AP) Searchers have scaled back efforts to find a commercial photographer who went missing last week after telling his wife he was heading to Connecticut's Housatonic River to retrieve a lost bicycle.
Dennis Schain of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection said an extensive search for 33-year-old Eric Langlois of New Milford began after he went missing Tuesday around the river's Lake Lillinonah.
Schain said Sunday the search was scaled back but police would make periodic sweeps of the lake and the surrounding area, plus follow up on any new information.
Police say Langlois crashed a mountain bike Monday in the river, which was swollen from heavy rains. But he managed to swim to shore. He told his wife he was going back Tuesday to look for the bicycle.
Posted Monday afternoon
SOUTHINGTON, Conn. (AP) Twenty-six butterfly bushes are being planted along the Southington Rail Trail to honor the 20 first graders and six educators killed at the Sandy Hook Elementary School.
Planting the bushes was spearheaded by two Southington mothers who vowed to have their daughters grow up in a community inspired by beautiful acts of kindness in response to the Dec. 14 massacre in Newtown.
Friday marked the six-month anniversary of the shooting. In Newtown, there was a moment of silence and a reading of the victims' names.
Posted Saturday morning
A bomb threat, which was deemed not credible, was made to the Western Connecticut Academy for International Studies in Danbury Friday. City Police and Western Connecticut State University Police did respond to the school on the westside campus, but no lockdown was ordered.
Danbury School officials say parents were called to notify them of the situation.
Deputy Superintendent Bill Glass said in a statement that the threat may have been related to the anniversary of the shooting in Newtown, there are are nearly four dozen students from Newtown who attend the school.
Posted Saturday morning
A Brookfield man has been found guilty of health care fraud and making false statements. Authorities say 38-year old Samir Zaky was in court Friday on 28 counts. The jury deliberated for a week.
According to court documents the doctor at Affiliated Podiatrists LLC of Brookfield submitted claims to Medicare for surgical procedures to remove the border of a toenail, when in fact he actually only clipped or trimmed patients toenails.
Acting U.S. Attorney Deirda Daly says health care fraud is a serious crime that undermines the ability to provide care to those who need it most. FBI Special Agent in charge Kimberly Mertz says Medicare is for seniors on fixed incomes, not for unscrupulous doctors as a personal slush fund.
Sentencing has been set for September 10th. Zaky has to forfeit more than $29,000 in cash found during a search of his home.
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