Sunday, August 31, 2014

Body Discovered in Moodus, Entering a State Park after Sunset, DUI, Larceny from a Motor-Vehicle and Assault through 8-26-14


The East Haddam Police and the Connecticut State Police, Troop K in Colchester report the following incidents:

ENTERING A STATE PARK AFTER SUNSET AND DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL AND/OR DRUGS - On August 9 at approximately 1:30 a.m., DEEP Environmental Officers on assignment at Hurd State Park observed a vehicle driving into to the main parking lot after park hours (park closes at sunset). When police approached the vehicle they said they detected the odor of alcohol and suspected that the operator had been consuming alcohol. The officers administered a field sobriety test, which the driver did not pass. David Wells, 56, of Palmer-Martin Road, East Haddam was subsequently arrested and charged with the above violations. He was transported to State Police Troop K barracks in Colchester for processing and administration of a breath test for alcohol.  Results of that test showed blood-alcohol levels in excess of allowable limits while operating a motor vehicle. Wells was later released on a $1,000 bond and scheduled to appear at Middletown Superior Court on 8/26/14.

LARCENY FROM A MOTOR-VEHICLE - On August 14 at approximately 8:02 p.m., State Police were dispatched to the Nathan Hale-Ray High School on School Drive in Moodus, to investigate a complaint of items stolen from a motor-vehicle. Tools, cash and prescription medication were reportedly stolen. Anyone with possible information about this incident is asked to contact TFC Kristin Coit at the Connecticut State Police, Troop K at 860-537-7500

DISORDERLY CONDUCT - On August 17 at approximately 2:00 p.m., Deborah Cassella, 49, of North Moodus Road, Moodus was arrested and charged with the above violation. Cassella was released on a $500 bond and given a court date of 8/18/14 at Middletown Superior Court.

MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT - On August 20 at approximately 5:31 p.m., Andy Barter, 29, of Wood Acres Road, Colchester was traveling northbound on Town Street in the area of Banning Road in East Haddam, operating a 2011 Harley Davidson Night Rod Special. Police said that Barter failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway and lost control of the bike. He was transported to Middlesex Memorial Hospital for evaluation and treatment of minor injuries. Police issued Barter an infraction for Making an Improper Turn. 

BODY DISCOVERED IN MOODUS - On August 21 at approximately 12:18 p.m., an unidentified body was reportedly discovered in the woods along the Moodus River in the area of Grist Mill Road. State Police have confirmed that the victim's death had not been determined to have any criminal aspects, but declined to provide any further information.

LARCENY - On August 22 at approximately 2:54 p.m., East Haddam Police were dispatched to a Hillside Road, East Haddam residence to investigate a report that the dwelling had been entered and some undisclosed items had been removed. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Corporal Karl Karabienikoff at the East Haddam Resident Troopers' Office at 860-873-1226. If you would prefer to remain anonymous, you may leave a voice-mail on the (confidential) Crime Tip Line at 860-873-5013.

MOTOR-VEHICLE VS. TREE - On August 25 at approximately 5:39 a.m., Greg Carocari, 50, of Heritage Brook Drive, East Haddam was traveling westbound on Salem Road in East Haddam, just west of Alexander Road, operating a 2006 Chevy Trail-Blazer. Police said that Carocari lost control of the vehicle and struck a tree. No injuries were reported, but the vehicle had to be towed from the scene. Police issued Carocari a written warning for Traveling Too Fast for Conditions.

MOTOR-VEHICLE VS. UTILITY POLE - On August 26 at approximately 4:06 p.m., Madelaine (Joyce) Robichaud, 66, of Mount Parnassus Road, East Haddam was traveling along Town Street (Route 151) just north of Norwich Road (Route 82) in a 2008 Nissan Altima. Police said that Robichaud had fallen asleep at the wheel and collided with a utility pole. An eyewitness was also interviewed at the scene. No injuries were reported, but police issued Robichaud a written warning for Making an Improper Turn. 

An arrest or infraction does not indicate a conviction, and all individuals listed in these reports are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

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