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CSP PIO is on scene in Bristol at an officer involved shooting. There is also a vigil planned for Friday at the Bristol Police Department. It has brought back a ton of memories of that," Jehnings said. More than a month after two Connecticut police officers were killed and another wounded in an apparent ambush, few details have been released about the investigation and whether any charges will be filed against the shooter's brother. listeners, viewers, and readers like you who value fact-based journalism and trustworthy information. Nathan Brutcher was also wounded during the incident, but police have not said who shot him. Ned Lamont has referenced a semiautomatic rifle being used in the ambush, describing the weapons as "cop-killers," authorities have not responded to questions about the type of gun used in the incident. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. 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State police said the officers were confronted by a suspect outside the home who opened fire, killing one of the officers at the scene. His wife and children will have a difficult journey ahead of them. A third officer, Alec Iurato, 26, was wounded and has since been released from the hospital. Dustin DeMonte and Officer Alex Hamzy, calling the shootings a "monstrous and unforgivable crime.". With the woman continually screaming in the background, Iurato limps around to the front of the house before multiple shots go off and he ducks behind a police cruiser. Online state court records list no pending criminal cases or convictions for either brother. He is definitely a hero my hero and I will miss him more than you will ever know. Earlier that night, police were called to a dispute at the bar Bleachers which involved the suspect, 35-year-old Nicholas Brutcher, according to sources close to the investigation. The same log indicates that Iurato The IGs Office said Brutcher fired more than 80 rounds at the officers. ', 'Saturday Night Live' skit with Woody Harrelson takes place at Naval Submarine Base New London, 5 CT companies hiring for 100 or more positions, Bo Hickey, former New Canaan hockey, football coach and NFL player, has died. Large photos of DeMonte and Hamzy were displayed on stage in the auditorium where the gathering was held. 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He has a bachelors degree in government, law and national security, the chief said. Selling your home? Dustin Demonte, 35, and Officer Alex Hamzy, 34, were ambushed responding to a residence on Redstone Hill Road shortly before 11 p.m., state police said The officers were fatally shot and The foundation "responds to immediate requests for assistance, to improve the lives of local families touched by tragedy, through matching the charitable donation of Gregs media audience," its website states. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Officer shot.". He is and was a warrior for his community.. The divorced dad, described by neighbors as the rowdy one in his clan, had interacted with police at Bleachers Bar earlier Wednesday evening, sources told CT Insider. On his social media, Nicholas Brutcher was often in pictures posing with guns. This news story is funded in large part by Connecticut Publics Members Officer Alex Hamzy, an 8-year veteran of the department, was assigned to the patrol division. WebPolice responded to a shooting scene in the area of Camp Street and Songbird Lane in Farmington on the Bristol line. Dustin DeMonte and Officer Alex Hamzy of the Bristol Police Department, who lost their lives in a tragic act of gun violence last night, Larson said in a statement. Although we have some answers about what happened last Wednesday night, there are still more questions. ", Tunnel to Towers Chairman and CEO Frank Siller said "these cowardly acts of violence targeting our first responders have to stop. He released the following statement: I am directing flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff effective immediately in honor of two Bristol Police officers who were killed in the line of duty late last night while responding to an emergency call of domestic violence at a private residence in town. Dustin Demonte and Officer Alex Hamzy were shot and killed. At a vigil on Oct. 13, at Bristol Eastern High School, Police Chief Brian Gould said the department will get through the tragedy as a family. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. WebA man who authorities say lured officers to a deadly attack fired over 80 rounds at police before he was killed by a wounded officer, the Connecticut inspector generals office said. Alex Hamzy died. Connecticut's COVID-19 positivity rate on Tuesday was 6.02%. DeMonte was taken to Bristol Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Bristol police Sgt. Investigation into deadly Bristol police shooting continues, Investigation into deadly police shooting continues. (3/4). State police said in a release that the 911 call about a dispute between two siblings appears to have been a "deliberate act to lure law enforcement" to a home around 10:30 p.m. on Redstone Hill Road in Bristol. Heres a Facebook page belonging to 35-year-old Nicholas Brutcher, the man police say shot and killed two Bristol officers and injured another. Stream Live on ROKU:Add the channel from the ROKU store or by searching FOX61. Nicholas Brutcher was fatally shot at the scene, officials said, while Nathan Brutcher was shot and taken to St. Francis Hospital in Hartford. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. "To lose a student who was also a child of one of our colleagues, current or former, makes the loss exponentially greater.". It has been called Dr. Seuss Day because of this. ', 'Saturday Night Live' skit with Woody Harrelson takes place at Naval Submarine Base New London, 5 CT companies hiring for 100 or more positions, Bo Hickey, former New Canaan hockey, football coach and NFL player, has died. This story has been shared 106,031 times. THis continues to be an active situation, and Ive directed DESPP Commissioner James Rovella and the CT State Police to support Bristol police and the greater community in every way they can. A procession arrived at Danny Rodriguez, who lives nearby, said he was outside when the shooting started. Heidel, who was a paraeducator for the district for nearly two decades, the district said. Farmington police say they DeMonte was a 10-year veteran of the Bristol Police Department and co-recipient of his department's 2019 Officer of the Year award. "Shots fired! Connecticut State Police responded to the airport's TSA checkpoint around 5:37 a.m. Saturday. Sgt. About a minute later, a single shot is heard. The public information officer from the office of chief medical examiner confirmed that DeMonte suffered gunshot wounds to the head, torso, and extremities. Greg Dube, of the New Hampshire State Police, said it was important to show support in large numbers after such a tragedy. An ambulance came and took somebody away, I saw that happen, her husband added. Officer Alex Hamzy was patriotic, "All-American," and was living his dream to serve his hometown,his father, Alex Hamzy Sr. said in an interview with Hearst Connecticut Media Group Thursday. DeMonte's sister Makayla DeMonte said through tears her brother was loved by everyone who knew him. A little more than 30 seconds after that, two more shots are heard. ", He then later said: "Officer shot. He said he stuck his head outside his apartment window to get a better look. The outpouring of love, support and prayers from so many is deeply appreciated, Hamzy's family said in a statement. Officers responded to the scene and ordered one of the brothers, Nathan Brutcher, outside of the house. A flag was put up outside of Bristol Health where three officers were brought following last night's shooting. DeMontes friends and family are devastated by this terrible loss. ", "It was horrible," said Robyn Lauzon who lives around the corner on Birch Road. Words cannot sum up our sadness and emotions. Like Demonte, Hamzy was an advisor to a police cadet program. His condition is not known, state police said. I also ask the residents of CT to keep in their prayers a third officer who was shot and is currently in the hospital with serious injures. State police said the suspect who initially opened fire was killed and his brother was wounded. This devastating news is another tragic reminder of the potential danger that law enforcement officers face every day in their service to our communities. Bridgeport woman says fatal shooting of Hartford man was an accident, warrant says. "Although some details of the investigation remain to be determined, it is evident from the evidence collected so far that Officer Iuratos use of deadly force was justified, Devlin wrote in the report. He was previously a reporter for the Danbury News-Times and the Ridgefield Press. And I went into my room because it sounded so close, I actually thought the shooting was happening in our complex, Strong said. DeMonte and Hamzy both died of multiple gunshots to their heads and torsos, the state chief medical examiner's office said. PublishedOctober 16, 2022 at 11:33 AM EDT. "And the sirens were crazy. You just cant take any day for granted, Dube said. McBreairty's daughters were friends with Hamzys two sisters. It wasn't pop, it was pop, pop, pop, pop, pop. Gould said that throughout Hamzy's career, he had received numerous letters of commendation and recognition. It really surprised me, and now I have to worry for my family too, said Marilyn Smart of Bristol. Tunnel to Towers Foundation announced it will pay off the mortgage on DeMonte's home. Thousands of police officers from around the country gathered Friday for a joint funeral for Hamzy and DeMonte at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. Throughout his career, Demonte received several awards including the Silver Star, Officer of the Month, and in 2019 was a co-recipient of Officer of the Year. It was loud and quick. "Sadly, we lost two exceptional Bristol police officers and a third was seriously injured as a result of senseless violence.". He died from a spinal cord injury to his neck, according to the state's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Shots fired!" NBC Connecticut. There was a small pause. Our office and our federal agency partners will support the Bristol Police and Connecticut State Police in any way we can," Avery said. This is a developing story. The dramatic police video includes the sound of bullets flying and a woman hysterically screaming in the background while police Officer Alec Iurato, who is already wounded by cop-killer Nicholas Brutcher, limps around the side of the attackers Redstone Hill home, gun in hand, as he radios for backup. Close to 1,000 people attended, filling the auditorium. Our thoughts and prayers are with our Bristol Police Department, their families, and our entire law enforcement community. U.S. Attorney Vanessa Roberts Avery also noted the perils of working as a police officer in a statement Thursday, offering her support and that of the federal government. We have asked police for any recent calls for service to the home, they said they are working on it. The union slammed unnamed figures in politics and media as well as "rogue" judges and prosecutors for encouraging anti-police rhetoric." It was so loud and crazy, said Rodriguez, who also recalled a woman screaming, you killed them!. Were all family, he said. WebThe Bristol police officers were shot while responding to a 911 call reporting a possible domestic violence incident between two siblings Wednesday night, according to The procession will start at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner on Route 4 in Farmington and continue the entire way to Terryville, a State Police spokesperson said. This story has been shared 149,018 times. The Greg Hill Show, a sports radio show broadcast on WEEI in Boston, is raising money for the families of Bristol police Sgt. The whole area smelled like gunpowder, he said. One suspect was killed and his brother was wounded in the gunfire on Redstone Hill Road, officials said. BRISTOL, CT (WFSB) - Its been one week since the community lost Lt. Dustin DeMonte and Sgt. "Two children will grow up with only memories, while their youngest sibling was robbed of the opportunity to be held by their dad. Alex Hamzy are being investigated by the Connecticut State Police Central District Major Crimes unit. Hartford police said the department stands "with Bristol and their family right now. WebBristol police said Sgt. Police determined it happened on the Bristol side of Camp Street on arrival. The report says that the other brother, Nicholas Brutcher, fired over 80 rounds, attacking the officers from behind. Instead of preparing to celebrate the birth of their third child, the DeMonte family is now facing a future without their husband and father. Lauzon said she was awakened by the sound of gunshots around 10:45 p.m. Wednesday. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. These officers put themselves in harms way to keep their community safe and made the ultimate sacrifice. Once the gunfire paused, Iurato stepped out and fired one shot that killed Nicholas Brutcher, the video showed. Bunch more gunshots. Iurato was released from a hospital Thursday morning. More than 20 bullet holes can be seen in the garage of a Redstone Hill Road home in Bristol where authorities say Nicholas Brutcher, 35, fired more than 80 rounds in a deadly police ambush on Oct. 12. Once we have a location & time we will update everyone. "You get the bad rap for some of the things that happen in this world for first responders, some of the cops and everything, but watching this, it just restores your faith in humanity, and it makes everything feel good.". Iurato said in the video. This is a carousel. He appreciates the outpouring of support from Bristol residents, as well as from law enforcement from other cities around Connecticut. The Tunnel to Towers Fallen First Responder Home Program "pays off mortgages for the families of law enforcement officers and firefighters who are killed in the line of duty and leave behind young children. Like DeMonte, Hamzy was an adviser to a police cadet program. We want to hear from you! State officials report 250 people hospitalized, a decrease of 39 people over the last seven days. The department also said the Bristol Police Union has established a fund to support the families at Thomaston Savings Bank. Bristol Mayor Jeff Caggiano talked with WTNH-TV. A drone view of a Redstone Hill Road home in Bristol where authorities say Lt. Dustin DeMonte and Sgt. Mike Ghiroli, who lives nearby on Redstone Hill Road, said he heard the gunshots in bursts. Spring & Summer at Mt. Alex Hamzy were killed Oct. 12 in an apparent ambush. In the same statement, state Senate Majority Leader Kevin Kelly, R-Stratford, said the state was behind Bristol in this time of strife. Hamzy finally got his chance to join the Bristol Police Department in 2014, his father said. Here are the Winter Storm Anthony snowfall totals so far, VIDEO: COVID SNAP benefits to end this month, Wallingford police warn of increase in stolen vehicle reports, SOMETHING'S BREWING: Firefly Hollow Brewing in Bristol, Israeli army kills Palestinian in West Bank; 3 arrested. I am devastated by the news that two Bristol police officers, Sgt. All rights reserved. Those same sources say he was dressed in camouflage, hiding in the bushes, with an AR-15. A third law enforcement officer was also shot and remains seriously injured, the agency said. Send everyone. The shooting happened during broad daylight. Dustin DeMonte and Officer Alex Hamzy before Game 2 of their American League Division series with the Cleveland Guardians on Friday at Yankee Stadium. This is a senseless tragedy, and my prayers are with their families, loved ones, and fellow officers. State Police has identified the suspects in the slaying of two Bristol police officers as Nicholas Brutcher, 35, and Nathan Brutcher, 32. BRISTOL, CT - 3 police officers were shot in Bristol, Connecticut late on Wednesday in what authorities believe was an ambush. To lose a student, current or former, is an enormously painful experience for educators," Middletown Superintendent Alberto Vzquez Matos said. DeMonteis survived by wife and two kids and was expecting a third child, authorities said. Authorities identified the officers killed as Sgt. Bristol police will hold a second public vigil in the aftermath of Wednesday night's fatal shooting that killed Sgt. While Slisz said he didn't know what specifically had motivated Hamzy to become a police officer, he said Hamzy "was always there to serve and protect the community, and I believe he was doing it for the right reason.". Troopers said they found that 41-year-old Marvin Leggett had a pellet WINDSOR LOCKS, CT 18 HOURS AGO WTNH Attendants said they didnt want to talk about the suspects but said the police officers that were killed came in there often. We send our condolences to their families & loved ones. He was in recovery Thursday morning. The district said DeMonte was not only a member of the Middletown High School Class of 2005, but also the son of former employee Mona Heidel. He was kicked out of the local haunt, then went home and got into an altercation with his brother, NBC Connecticut previously reported. Once the investigation has been completed, Jeltema said it will be up to New Britain State's Attorney Chris Watson to determine if any charges will be filed. DeMontes family in our thoughts.". pic.twitter.com/71REYuCd1G. We know Nathan Brutcher was shot, but heres where we still have a lot of questions: Police are still trying to figure out why Nicholas Brutcher would lure them to the house. The two officers were killed, and Officer Alec Iurato was injured after responding to what they thought was a routine domestic violence call. Alex Hamzy. Lawlor said Lavery was "ambushed without warning by (a) heavily armed murderer," describing the slaying of the Bristol officers as "unbelievable and tragic news.". He was also a school resource officer at Greene-Hills and West Bristol schools. It was actually scary [because] we don't get this. Body camera video shows that when officers arrived, they first spoke to Nathan Brutcher, Brutchers brother, who was ordered to show his hands and step out of the house. Law enforcement officials have released limited information on the events that preceded the killings and haven't released details on a motive. Dustin DeMonte, 35, and Officer Alex Hamzy, 34, were killed after police said they were lured to a Bristol home for a possible domestic violence situation between two brothers. In another, he is holding a deer that has been killed. Iruato was shot in the leg. building a betterand more civilConnecticut to live, work, and play. BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) A semi-automatic gun was used to shoot and kill two Bristol police officers late Wednesday night hours after law enforcement came into contact with the suspect at a bar, according to sources close to the investigation. Officer shot, officer shot, he says, grunting in pain on the video. Younger brother Nathan Brutcher also was shot. "When officers arrived they were immediately met with the suspect outside of 310 Redstone Hill Rd. The news comes after the brewery announced last week that it would "We will never forget their sacrifice to their city and this country.". If you use a windshield cover, you can at least forget about scrapping the ice off your windshield to save some time and hassle. Ned Lamont and Lt. Gov. Neighbors said when they heard the gunshots, it took a while for police to respond, but when they did an ambulance came too. Witnesses said they heard three sets of gunshots, about 30 in all. We dont yet know why, or how many times theyve been called to the house before. Connecticut Police Sgt. Connecticut State Police Sgt. Eric Aasen is executive editor at Connecticut Public, the statewide NPR and PBS service. Parts of major highways in the Hartford and New Haven areas were shut down Friday as processions that included dozens of police motorcycles escorted the two officers bodies from funeral homes to Rentschler Field in East Hartford for a joint funeral service. Rodriguez said he heard about 30 shots fired. Dustin Demonte and Officer Alex Hamzy already lay dead or dying after Brutcher ambushed the cops from behind, according to the video released Sunday by the We will continue to pray for them all," Martin said. Devlin's investigation has provided some insight into what may have happened the night of the shooting. Police said the call came in as a domestic violence incident, but sources tell us Nicholas Brutcher was waiting for officers to arrive. Scores of officers lined a street and followed a vehicle carrying Hamzy's body from the shooting scene late Thursday morning. Officer Alec Iurato, 26, was hired in 2018 and assigned to the patrol division. Connecticut State Police confirmed that two Bristol police officers were killed during the shooting. Video: Watch body-cam footage from the scene (Warning: This footage includes violence and strong language.). He is a patriot, he is an all-American, Hamzy Sr. said. When the hearse carrying Hamzy's coffin drove by, shouts of "Thank you" burst from the crowd. Police responded to a shooting scene in the area of Camp Street and Songbird Lane in Farmington on the Bristol line. The officers had been sent to a "domestic violence situation involving family at a private residence in Bristol," the governor's office said. State police said Bristol police responded to a 911 call involving a domestic incident between two siblings at 310 Redstone Hill Road around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday. Two of them died, according to police officials. Selling your home? The circumstances behind the shooting are unknown right now. Hamzy planned to celebrate his first wedding anniversary Friday with his wife, Katie. FOLLOW US ONTWITTER,FACEBOOK&INSTAGRAM. In a photo posted on both brothers Facebook pages in 2016, Nicholas Brutcher is pointing a handgun at the camera while others including Nathan Brutcher are holding rifles. Two of them died, according to police officials. We will provide a press conference as soon as we can. His younger brother Nathan Brutcher was also shot and wounded in the encounter, though police have not indicated what his role was in the shooting. Relatives of DeMonte and Hamzy were comforted and escorted to their seats by officers and others. Dustin DeMonte and Officer Alex Hamzy, were killed last night while heroically serving their community, and a third officer is severely injured," Murphy said. Demonte died at a hospital. Example video title will go here for this video. I spoke with the family today, and assured them they will be able to stay in the home where they have made so many memories, said Tunnel to Towers Chairman and CEO Frank Siller in a news release. Our hearts are with all who serve as we mourn the loss of these heroes., In a statement, Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski extended thoughts and prayers to "the surviving officer, the families and loved ones of all three officers, the Bristol Police Department, and law enforcement across our state on this horrible tragedy. Hamzy is survived by his wife, parents, and two sisters. Alex Hamzy were killed Oct. 12 in an apparent ambush. "I never thought it was across the street.". This is a carousel. Authorities have not said what, if any, role Nicholas Brutcher's brother, Nathan, had in the shooting. 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"We also hope that the injured officer makes a speedy and full recovery," the statement said. His death was classified as a homicide. Technical Discussion: A couple of mild days before more precip to end the work week! A Bristol police incident log for the evening of Oct. 12 shows officers were called to Bleachers for a report of a "disturbance" at 8:52 p.m. Two women held signs reading "RIP BPD," with a large blue heart in the center. Police said 35-year-old suspect Nicholas Brutcher was shot dead and his 32-year-old brother Nathan Brutcher was wounded. And as those young families grow up, I just pray for them and [I'm] so sorry for their loss.. The cold-blooded killing came just hours after Nicholas Brutcher came into contact with officers at a sports bar. This culture of lawlessness must stop! the organization wrote on Twitter on Thursday. Stay tuned for updates. We are still working diligently to gather accurate information from our investigators and all that are involved. We are still working on gathering info & providing a press conference. Thats according to the Office of the Inspector General, who is investigating the case. Officer Alec Iurato was shot and seriously injured. Your donation today will allow us to continue this work on your behalf. "All of Connecticut is praying for the families, loved ones, Bristol Police Department and the entire Bristol community reeling from this devastating tragedy. Other photos show Nicholas Brutcher with a 10-point deer he shot and with fish he caught. When does daylight saving time start in Conn? Offi DeMonte and Hamzy's deaths are the first Connecticut officer deaths since Lavery's nearly two decades ago. Sgt. There will be a vigil at Bristol Eastern High School at 5:30 p.m. Thursday to remember the fallen officers. My grandson, who is only 15 years old, he stands out there to wait for the bus, for the school bus. In a separate statement, state Sen. Ryan Fazio, R-Greenwich, said Connecticut stood behind the officers and their families. During that gathering, more than 1,000 visitors crowded into the high school auditorium. The scene in Bristol after two police officers were killed on Redstone Hill Road Thursday night. Those sources also told News 8 that 14 guns were seized from the home during the investigation. ", This is a devastating reminder of the dangers that police officers face every day to protect our families and neighbors from all kinds of situations.These officers are heroes and will always be remembered for the honorable service they provided to their town and state. State Sens. State police said in a release that the 911 call appears to have been a deliberate act to lure law enforcement to the house on Redstone Hill Road. In one photo, you can see him holding a long rifle, smiling for the camera. Foundation announced it will pay off the mortgage on DeMonte 's home heard. 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