People who knew Nicholas Brutcher, the suspect in the killing of two Connecticut police officers, described him as "rowdy" and "always drinking. Officers went to the side door of the house and spoke to Nathan Brutcher, the report said. PLAINVILLE, CT 1 DAY AGO Sgt. As Nathan Brutcher stepped out, gunfire erupted. Hamzy, 34, was also an adviser for the police explorer cadet program. The three incidents happened on Buckley Avenue, Carol Drive and Emmett Streetall within about a two-mile radius, according to police. Officer Alex Hamzy was an 8-year veteran of the Bristol Police Department. Sael Burgos, 20, 15 Chestnut St. Fl. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Nicholas Brutcher fired "well over" 80 rounds, killing DeMonte and Hamzy, before the wounded Iurato fired a lethal shot into the 35-year-old's neck, Inspector General Robert J. Devlin said in his report. Throughout his career, he received numerous letters of commendations and recognition, Gould said. She has covered everything from town meetings and light features to breaking news. Discovery Company. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke). What sounds like a womans voice is heard screaming afterward. Ned Lamont ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff in the officers honor. Mr. Kisser was born in Bristol, Jan. 29, 1933, the son of the late Frederick and Pauline (Bilo) Kisser. Octavio Camorro, 25, 398 Reservoir Ave., Meriden, traveling. Gould said the fallen Bristol officers epitomized bravery in policing, just like so many officers do every day. 2. Discovery Company. Two highly respected police officers were killed Wednesday night and a third seriously wounded when a suspect fired over 80 rounds at them while they were responding to a call in Connecticut, authorities said. Tomek L. Paluch, 33, of 370 Emmet St., Bristol (last known address), was charged July 8 with third degree larceny. CNNs Michelle Watson and Andi Babineau contributed to this report. Lt. Geoffrey Lund said Bristol police responded to three separate catalytic converter thefts between Saturday night and Sunday morning. Shots fired. Philadelphia SWAT officers were 'immediately met by gunfire' while trying to serve a warrant. Both areas are monitored by cameras twenty-four (24) hours a day. Brutcher, 35, played at the same time as convicted killer and former NFL star Aaron Hernandez. More cars. They let themselves down.". On Thursday morning, the two slain officers bodies were taken from Bristol Hospital to the medical examiners office in Farmington, state police said. Could UConn women's basketball be back to 'square one' with seven available players at Seton Hall? Nicholas Brutcher fired well over eighty rounds attacking the officers from behind, fatally shooting both Sergeant Demonte and Officer Hamzy, and wounding Officer Iurato., Intentional killings of officers reach 20-year high, FBI says, Despite getting shot in the leg, Officer Iurato was able to make his way around the house and back to a Bristol Police Department cruiser, the report said. She was born Nov. 11, 1944, in Portland ME, daughter of the late Robert Nilsen and Eleanor Collins. "Despite sustaining a gunshot wound to his leg, Officer Iurato was able to make his way around the house and back to a Bristol Police Department cruiser. Jesse Leavenworth is a reporter with Hearst Connecticut Media Group. Demonte, Hamzy and Iurato went to the side door of the home and spoke with Nathan Brutcher, telling him to show his hands and step out of the house, the inspector generals report said. The Bristol Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying the operator of this p/u involved in a H&R. 2. The shooting occurred around 6:00 a.m., soon after officers tried to serve the warrant in North Philadelphia. Shoemaker-Gonzalez was charged with first-degree larceny and held on $1 million bond, police said. He was a lifelong resident of Bristol and attended Bristol High School. Las Vegas police arrested the suspect shortly after the shooting. He was serving a life sentence for the 2013 murder of semi-pro football player Odin Lloyd, who was dating the sister of Hernandezs fiance. He spent the majority of his career as a manager at CL&P/Northeast Utilities. A shootout ensued, and the suspect was killed. Read More Patrol Division Balanced on the drivers side door, he aims his weapon and fires one shot. Two of them were killed, state police confirmed on Thursday morning. Schoemaker-Gonzalez tried to steal two cars at knifepoint at a nearby apartment complex, police said. A Connecticut Department of Correction photo of Jimmie Shoemaker-Gonzalez who was shot by Bristol police Thursday as he was fleeing in a cruiser. Connecticut State Police said his brother, 32-year-old Nathan Brutcher, was also at the scene. Photos on Facebook. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. As Nathan Brutcher stepped out, gunfire erupted. It remains unclear whether Nathan had shot at officers. ET, the officers were immediately encountered by a suspect and shots were fired. A procession is occurring now where the 2 Bristol officers who tragically lost their lives will be escorted from Bristol Hospital to the medical examiners office, state police tweeted. Its devastating," a former Bristol Central teammate who still lives in the community and did not want to be identified, said about Brutcher, Hernandez and Ryng. BRISTOL A carjacking suspect stole a police car and crashed into a local diner on Thursday, Bristol police said. And thats what they did every night before that. Police ran after Shoemaker-Gonzalez who then "entered a Bristol police vehicle, and started to drive away," the inspector general said. Perry was employed by Connecticut Tool & Cutter in Bristol as a CNC machine operator and he loved his work. Ned Lamont ordered US and state flags in Connecticut to be lowered to half-staff. ", 2 BRISTOL POLICE OFFICERS KILLED, ONE SEVERELY INJURED IN PRE-PLANNED AMBUSH. appreciated. Noon, Sr. MISSING GEORGIA TODDLER QUINTON SIMON LIKELY DEAD; POLICE NAME MOTHER AS PRIME SUSPECT. ET Wednesday, Bristol police received a 911 call about a possible domestic incident between two siblings, Connecticut State Police Sgt. Let me breathe. Shootings of police officers highlight a rise in violence and distrust. Connecticut State Police Sgt. Phone number: 860-584-0501 NEW BRITAIN - City officials have named an acting chief of the police department after having a sendoff for Christopher Chute that included presenting the outgoing chief with the key to the city. Oh my God, I played football with those guys. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. After being shot in the leg, Iurato managed to make his way around the house and back to a police car, the inspector generals office said. Gov. This is a carousel. The inspector general investigates police use-of-force incidents, including shootings. The loss of two officers from the Bristol Police Department who were killed in the line of duty while responding to an emergency call of domestic violence is a senseless tragedy, and my prayers are with their families, loved ones, and fellow officers, the governor said. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much ", Bristol Police Officer Alec Iurato shines a light toward the driveway of the home after his colleagues were killed. Shots fired. Throughout his career, he has received several awards, including the silver star, officer of the month, and co-recipient for officer of the year in 2019, Gould said. Address: 188 Main St. He was the husband of the late Karin H. (Bekstrom) Kisser. The three accused killers appear side-by-side in a 2004 team photo in the Bristol Central High School yearbook. Lund said the thefts were all interrupted by the property owners and, during two of the three encounters, one of the suspects displayed a firearm and threatened to harm the respective property owners.. Franklin Thomas Caputo, 77, of Bristol, passed away on Dec. 22, 2022. All rights reserved. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much Shootings of police officers highlight a rise in violence and distrust. The Bristol, Connecticut police killings occurred on October 12, 2022, when two city law enforcement officers were shot and killed and another wounded while responding to a 911 call of a domestic dispute . New Britain native Richard R. King, 72, passed away on Jan. 10, 2023 in Palm Bay, FL, after a long battle with Parkinson's. Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould called the incident "senseless violence," saying his department had been "rocked.". BRISTOL, CONNECTICUT POLICE AMBUSH: SUSPECT DESCRIBED AS ROWDY DIVORCED DAD WHO WAS ALWAYS DRINKING, Bristol Police Officer Alec Iurato is seen aiming his gun before firing a single shot toward killer Nicholas Brutcher. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. "He was a bigger kid on the football field and he threw his weight around, he said. They answered a call to duty, and they responded without hesitation, he said. It is evident from the evidence collected thus far in the investigation that Iuratos use of deadly force was justified, the report said. She has ridden in patrol cars and even bicycled with officers to better learn how police do their jobs. Dustin Demonte were killed. All witnesses described the suspects as being in a group of three to four, all wearing ski masks and hoodies, Lund said. Gov. All three of the officers body cameras captured the shooting. Apt. 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CT women builds an audience following the travels of her lost luggage across America. When he wasnt working, Perry could be found watching football, baseball, or any sport, really. And thats what all our officers do and will continue to do.. Officer Alec Iurato is a 4th-year member of the Bristol Police Department. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Officer Alec Iurato, right, was wounded. Ned Lamont ordered US and state flags in Connecticut to be lowered to half-staff. He is survived by his son Thomas Caputo, his daughter Catherine Caputo-Kraus, his daughter Angela Caputo, and his grandson Michael Kraus. Jeremiah Lopez, 22, took a plea deal last week in New Britain Superior Court where he pleaded guilty to one count of negligent homicide with a motor vehicle. Officer Alex Iurato, 26, was transported to St. Francis Hospital in Hartford for surgery after sustaining a severe gunshot wound. Demonte, Hamzy and Iurato went to the side door of the home and spoke with Nathan Brutcher, telling him to show his hands and step out of the house, the inspector generals report said. She was a Hearst fellow in Connecticut and at the San Antonio Express-News where she covered city hall and local issues. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. The shooting occurred around 6:00 a.m., soon after officers tried to serve the warrant in North Philadelphia. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. All rights reserved. Chief of Police (860) 584-3094 Groman, Paul Officer - Patrol (860) 584-3011 Hall, Timothy Officer - Patrol (860) 584-3011 Hamzy, Alex . BRISTOL, CT (WFSB) - Wednesday marked two weeks since the Bristol Police Department lost two of its own in a deadly shooting. No one was harmed in the thefts, Lund said. joined the Bristol Police Department in 2018. . Words cannot express the sadness and grief, Gould said. Demonte is survived by his wife, two children and one on the way, the chief said. Phone number: 860-584-0501 A barrage of what sounds like gunfire follows. Body cam footage shows a Bristol police officer firing a single shot that took down the killer after the officer was ambushed, leaving him wounded and two fellow officers dead. ET Wednesday, Bristol police received a 911 call about a possible domestic incident between two siblings, Connecticut State Police Sgt. All Rights Reserved. Around 10:30 p.m. Market data provided by Factset. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. A judge reduced his bond to $500,000 and more charges are expected. Dustin DeMonte and officers Alex Hamzy and Alec Iurato ordered his younger brother, Nathan Brutcher, out of the home, Nicholas Brutcher opened fire on them from behind, the report shows. And thats what all our officers do and will continue to do.. He worked for Pratt & Whitney Company from 1981, until he retired in 1998. But to respect the victims privacy, the inspector general released only part of the video from Iuratos bodycam footage. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Officer Alec Iurato is a 4th-year member of the Bristol Police Department. Iurato, 26, underwent surgery for a severe gunshot wound and is currently recovering, the police chief said Thursday. Shots fired. When I found out who it was, he said of Brutcher being identified as the shooter last week, I was surprised.. Nick was a little rougher around the edges, said a former teammate, who did not want to be identified. Corey Borges, 18, 39 Norton St., Bristol, following too close w/ accident, operate mv without license . Staff writer Lisa Backus contributed to this story. BRISTOL A person pointed a gun at two different car owners and threatened to harm them during a spate of catalytic converters in Bristol late Saturday and into Sunday, according to police. Jimmie Shoemaker-Gonzalez, 39, was arraigned Friday in state Superior Court in New Britain on a first-degree larceny charge even though he remained hospitalized after being shot by a Bristol police officer as he fled in one of their cruisers, according to the state Office of the Inspector General. (Credit: Connecticut Office of the Inspector General), The Connecticut Office of the Inspector General on Sunday released body camera footage and a preliminary report of last weeks Bristol police shooting, saying Nicholas Brutcher, who was ultimately killed in the deadly episode, had first fired "well over 80 rounds attacking the officers from behind.". One other officer joined their honor roll Thursday. 2. Dustin Demonte, left, and Officer Alex Hamzy, center, were killed. Staff writer Caroline Tien contributed to this story. Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould became visibly emotional describing his two officers killed. Demonte is survived by his wife, two children and one on the way, the chief said. Written by Bristol police report the following: Sept. 27 Casey L. Duguay, 36, 112 Maiden Ln., Bristol, failure to obey stop sign Shilohnine J. Nicholas, 39, 267 New Britain Ave., Unionville, operate/parks unregistered mv, improper use-marker/lic/rgstr, ill opn mv under suspension, failure to insure private motor vehicle Kyle Lamarre, 34, said he had just been talking to a friend about the confluence of killers on the team at the same time. Iurato fired one shot, striking and killing Nicholas Brutcher. 2023 Cable News Network. The 2023 Economic Forecast Breakfast was attended by the owners of several local businesses and nonprofit organizations in town. A procession is occurring now where the 2 Bristol officers who tragically lost their lives will be escorted from Bristol Hospital to the medical examiners office, state police tweeted. A Warner Bros. Another member of the team remembered Brutcher as a competitive athlete in football and wrestling. Lund reminded home owners, however, to prioritize their own safety and contact emergency 911 as soon as possible and safely provide as much identifying suspect information as possible when faced with similar situations. Updated West Haven high-needs students on pace with peers, officials say, Where Stamford's Life Time Fitness lawsuit stands in 2023, Torrington officials eye new rules for trash disposal, recycling, Police: CT thief 'violently' pulled driver from car in getaway, Gov. The woman added that Nicholas, who the Post said was a divorced father, was a "big teddy bear. 7 CT counties . Authorities. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Officer Alex Hamzy was an 8-year veteran of the Bristol Police Department. Apt. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke). I think these are three people who went on three separate paths. OUR MISSION. Using This Site. 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