The following information was provided by the Connecticut State Police at Troop B. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Hits utility pole on Rt. 7
On Sunday, Dec. 10, at approximately 11:15 p.m., Michael Sullivan, 24, of Schenectedy, New York, was traveling southbound on Route 7 in Canaan in a 2006 Ford F150 and failed to maintain his lane, striking a utility pole. Sullivan declined medic attention and was issued a written warning for failure to maintain lane. The truck was towed from the scene.
Collision at intersection
On Monday, Dec. 11, at approximately 11:30 a.m, Tamara Newell, 33, of Canaan, was traveling eastbound on Route 44 at the intersection of Route 7 in North Canaan. Theodore Hicks, 18, of Kent, was traveling westbound and made a left turn in front of Newell’s car, striking it. Cynthia Newell, 61, of Canaan, a passenger in Newell’s car, was transported by ambulance to the Winsted Health Center for evaluation. Hicks was issued a written warning for failure to grant right of way at an intersection.
Bicyclist hit by mirror
On Wednesday, Dec. 13 at approximately 3:30 p.m. Margaret Chapman, 90, of Salisbury, was traveling south on Dugway Road in Salisbury and struck a bicyclist with the passenger side mirror while traveling straight. No one reported injuries. Chapman was issued a written warning for improper passing, unsafe distance.
The Lakeville Journal will publish the outcome of police charges. Contact us by mail at P.O. Box 1688, Lakeville, CT 06039, Attn: Police Blotter, or send an email, with “police blotter” in the subject line, to johnc@lakevillejournal.
Tiffany Lemelin, shelter manager, brushing Marsala upon arrival.Provided
Michael DeBarba, certified dog trainer working with Marsala.Jennifer Almquist
Marsala wins a heart.Jennifer Almquist
Sadie, center, a Carolina dog, plays with her friend Negra, a terrier mix. Bella Linda, the small poodle, has since been adopted.L. Tomaino
Wesley, a young, exuberant mix, is looking for an active home.L. Tomaino
Bonnie and Clyde, an affectionate terrier pair.L. Tomaino
