The New Hampshire Department of Justice is pursuing civil charges against two members of the hate group for allegedly hanging a racist banner in Portsmouth last summer. Photos of DeMonte and Hamzy were displayed on the center field scoreboard. Connecticut's COVID-19 positivity rate on Tuesday was 6.02%. Iurato holds a bachelor of arts degree in government, law, and national security. This is a very complex, ongoing investigation led by detectives from the Connecticut StatePolice Major Crimes Unit, at the request of the Office of the Chief States Attorney, a statement issued by state police read. Officer Alec Iurato, 26, was wounded. Injuries were reported. Witnesses said they heard three sets of gunshots, about 30 in all. Throughout the day, a memorial grew outside the department, where flowers and balloons were placed on top of a police car. "Words cannot express the sadness and grief that brings me before you this morning," said Police Chief Brian Gould at a press conference Thursday morning. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. 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. Iurato was able to get back to a police vehicle and fired one shot, which killed Nicholas Brutcher. Sgt. As for the AR-15 sources say he had, Connecticut has an assault weapons ban that went into effect in 2013. Several Connecticut State Police remained on scene as the sun rose at Red Stone Hill Road in Bristol, Conn. Thursday, Oct. 13, after a shooting that killed two Bristol police officers overnight. 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Jeltema said this was an isolated incident, and there is no threat to the public. I hope you will reach out and comfort anyone who is feeling the pain of this loss today. He was a co-recipient of his departments 2019 Officer of the Year award. Offi 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. Once we have a location & time we will update everyone. BRISTOL Two police officers were killed and a third was seriously wounded after responding to a 911 call regarding an apparent domestic dispute betweenbrothers at a Redstone Hill Road home late Wednesday, officials said. We will never forget our Bristol Police heroes.". He said he was told he was the first EMS member on scene when Newington Officer Peter Lavery was shot and killed after responding to a domestic violence call in 2004. Speaking from the podium onstage, Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould remembered DeMonte and Hamzy as incredible, remarkable men.". . Bunch more gunshots. Iurato, 26, joined the Bristol department in 2018 and has a bachelors degree in government, law and national security, the chief said. There is also a vigil planned for Friday at the Bristol Police Department. Those sources also told News 8 that 14 guns were seized from the home during the investigation. All three deaths are being ruled as homicides, the office said. 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. Officials said Gov. The Bristol Police Department has released details on ways the public can help the families of the fallen officers. Bridgeport woman says fatal shooting of Hartford man was an accident, warrant says. Two of them died, according to police officials. 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. Gould said DeMonte, who earned a bachelors degree in criminology from Central Connecticut State University, was very focused on his career and furthering his career and education. He and his wife were expecting their third child, Gould said. Firefighters drape the American flag from a truck near where two police officers were killed Thursday night in Bristol. Iurato was also shot but survived the encounter with serious injuries, according to police. DeMonte was taken to Bristol Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Shots fired!" 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. Alex Hamzy were killed Oct. 12 in an apparent ambush. ", "The men and women of Connecticuts law enforcement put their lives on the line every single day to keep the rest of us safe. WebBristol police Sgt. 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Gov. Stream Live on ROKU:Add the channel from the ROKU store or by searching FOX61. 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. "We are deeply saddened by the events of today and we offer our sincere condolences and prayers to the families and members of law enforcement impacted by this tragedy," the hospital said in a statement. Dustin DeMonte brought joy and laughter to the lives of his loved ones, his brother said in an interview with Hearst Connecticut Media Group Thursday. Dustin DeMonte and Officer Alex Hamzy before Game 2 of their American League Division series with the Cleveland Guardians on Friday at Yankee Stadium. News 8 spoke to a woman who came out of her house, saw all the police cars and was on her way to pick up her granddaughter from the bus stop. They will be traveling on Route 6 then to Route 4. Connecticut Public's Jennifer Ahrens, Joe Amon, Matt Dwyer, Frankie Graziano, Patrick Skahill and The Associated Press contributed to this report. He would pick up extra shifts just because he liked working.. Peter Yankowski is a breaking news reporter for Hearst Connecticut Media Group. The Greg Hill Show, a sports radio show broadcast on WEEI in Boston, is raising money for the families of Bristol police Sgt. These officers are heroes and will always be remembered for the honorable service they provided to their town and state. In one photo, you can see him holding a long rifle, smiling for the camera. Close to 1,000 people attended, filling the auditorium. Nicholas Brutcher, the brother shot and killed by police at the scene, appeared to have an affinity for guns, according to posts on his Facebook page. ", "It was horrible," said Robyn Lauzon who lives around the corner on Birch Road. The IGs Office said Brutcher fired more than 80 rounds at the officers. "It gives you goosebumps because its just an amazing sight to see everybody come out to support this tragedy., "It's nice to see people supporting the first responders," he added. During the service, Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould said the two officers were the "epitome of excellence.". Dustin Demonte and Officer Alex Hamzy were shot and killed. Officer shot, officer shot, he says, grunting in pain on the video. I am devastated by the news that two Bristol police officers, Sgt. There was a small pause. We've received your submission. Copyright 2022 WFSB. All rights reserved. "We will never forget their sacrifice to their city and this country.". It has been called Dr. Seuss Day because of this. A scholarship has been created in honor of two Bristol police officers who were shot and killed while on duty last October. "This loss is beyond words," the district said in a statement. 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. Bristol police said Nicholas Brutchers address was known to them. WebBRISTOL, CT (WFSB) - Three police officers were shot Wednesday night in Bristol. Technical Discussion: A couple of mild days before more precip to end the work week! Authorities have not said what, if any, role Nicholas Brutcher's brother, Nathan, had in the shooting. We don't have this. Nathan Brutcher, 32, was wounded possibly by his brother and sent to a hospital for treatment. Iurato is heard in the moments after he was shot. Sources have not clarified the nature or cause of the dispute. About a minute later, a single shot is heard. Christine Jeltema speaks at a news conference about two police officers killed, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022, in Bristol, Conn. These officers put themselves in harms way to keep their community safe and made the ultimate sacrifice. A procession arrived at Large photos of DeMonte and Hamzy were displayed on stage in the auditorium where the gathering was held. The details of that interaction are unclear. Officer Alec Iurato, released from the hospital Thursday after being shot during the response to the incident on Redstone Hill Road, was commended last year after helping prevent a suicide attempt, according to the Bristol Press. 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. UPDATE: 3 officers were shot in Bristol OIS. Principal Joseph DeGennaro said in a Twitter post Thursday that Iurato was a "terrific" role model, standout baseball player, and "an even better person.". FARMINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) Farmington and Bristol police are investigating a shooting on Camp Street Tuesday that left one injured. Officer Alec Iurato was shot and seriously injured. Tragic loss that shouldve never happened.". WebBristol police said Sgt. Two of them died, according to police officials. RELATED: First responders, police, officials offer condolences and support after 2 Bristol officers killed in the line of duty. Two Bristol officers died and one was seriously injured Wednesday night in a shooting. Investigators said the three cops were lured to the house by a bogus 911 call, and were at a side door speaking to Nathaniel when the killer came up from behind and opened fire with an AR-15-style assault rifle. Dustin DeMonte, 35, and Officer Alex Hamzy, 34, during the shootout, state police said. Spring & Summer at Mt. Tunnel to Towers was founded in memory of Stephen Gerard Siller, a Brooklyn firefighter who was killed while responding to a report of the plane hitting the North Tower of the World Trade Center on 9/11, according to the foundation. 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. Its surreal, just seeing all these people here," said retired EMS chief James Jehnings, of Bristol. Sgt. Tami McBreairty said shed known Hamzy since he was 5 years old. "I know Sgt. A look at his social media shows Nicholas Brutcher was an avid hunter, and often posed with guns. My prayers and condolences are with the families of Sgt. Today, we held a moment of silence for Bristol, CT Police Sgt. 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. Hamzy was pronounced dead on the scene. 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