Hamden Police Captain Appointed To New Post In Nearby Town

The appointment is effective Dec. 15, the Hamden Police Department announced.

Man Sentenced In Killing Of 18-Year-Old In Hamden

At the sentencing, the judge said the man “intentionally and purposely targeted and hunted” the teen until his task was accomplished.

Hamden Man Found Guilty In Sexual Assault Of Minor

The man has been convicted by a jury in connection with the sexual assault of a minor, according to officials.

Veteran Firefighter Retires After 20 Years With Hamden Fire Department

The firefighter “leaves big shoes to fill, but we know his legacy will carry on…,” according to union officials.

Fire Displaces Family In Hamden

Three people were displaced from their home after a fire in Hamden, according to officials.

Drugs, Guns Seized After Raid On Business In Hamden: Police

Authorities seized “large quantities” of cannabis and THC products and two guns after a raid at a business in Hamden, according to police.

Hamden Man Charged In Illegal Cockfighting Event In West Haven: Police

Seven people have been arrested in connection with a “large-scale illegal cockfighting event” in West Haven, according to police.

Hamden Woman Charged With Child Sex Trafficking Offenses: Feds

The woman used a website to post advertisements for sexual services involving teenaged girls and arranged meetings with clients: Officials

Drug Deal Gone Bad: Arrests Made In April 2025 New Haven Fatal Shooting Of Hamden Man: NHPD

Keron Troutman, 39, and Clifford Capehart, 49, of New Haven, were shot, killed, by people they were trying to rob in a drug deal: NHPD Chief

Scooter Operator Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash: Hamden Police

The driver initially stopped after colliding with the scooter, but then left the scene, according to police.

Man, 76, Missing From Hamden; Silver Alert Issued

A Silver Alert has been issued for the man, according to police.

Hamden Man, 32, Shot In New Haven Sunday Night By Person Known To Him: Police

Just after 8:30 p.m., 911 calls, Shotspotter alert sent cops to Fair Haven, where a man suffered non-life-threatening gunshot wound: NHPD.

2 Teens Seriously Burned After Starting Fire, Hamden Fire Officials Say

One child remains in the hospital's burn unit and surgery may be needed, the fire department said.

Hamden Man, 19, Caught Breaking Into Vehicles In North Haven: Police

Police said one of the vehicles had its window smashed.

Hamden Woman Stole DOT Vehicle After 3-Car Crash On Highway: State Police

A woman is facing a long list of charges after she attempted to flee the scene of a crash in a DOT vehicle, according to police.

Hamden Woman Arrested After Toddler Nearly Walks Into Road In New Canaan: Police

Police said the Hamden woman is accused of leaving the child home alone for a few minutes while she picked up another child in New Canaan.

ID Released In Double-Fatal Crash In Hamden: Police

A mother and her 7-year-old child were killed in the crash, according to police.

Mother, 7-Year-Old Child Killed In Head-On Crash In Hamden

Heroic efforts were made to save the two people killed in the crash, fire officials said.

Hamden Deputy Police Chief Named To Top Spot In Old Saybrook

The deputy chief has been appointed as Old Saybrook’s new police chief.

Man Found Guilty In Connection With Fatal Shooting In Hamden

An 18-year-old was killed in the shooting, according to police.

Hamden Man Arrested In Connection To Commercial Burglary In Norwalk: Police

A Hamden man was arrested in connection to a commercial burglary reported at a self storage facility in Norwalk, according to police.

‘Large Pile Of Asphalt’ Dumped On Private Property In Hamden: Police

Police are asking for help with identifying the owner of a dump truck in connection with a dumping complaint in Hamden.

Crews Battle Fire At Former Hamden Middle School Building

A large fire that was extinguished in a classroom had spread to the roof of the abandoned building, according to officials.

4 Displaced After Overnight House Fire In Hamden

Four people were displaced from their home after an overnight fire in Hamden, according to officials.

Hamden Woman, 2 Others Charged In Check Fraud Scheme: Feds

Three people are accused of participating in a scheme that involved stealing checks from mailboxes and manipulating the checks: Feds

Hamden Man’s Body Recovered From Lake, ID Released: Officials

Officials have identified a Hamden man whose body was recovered from a lake over the weekend.

3 Teens Missing From Hamden, Silver Alerts Issued: Police

Police said the three 15-year-olds are believed to be traveling together.

1 Injured In Shooting In Hamden: Police

Police are investigating a shooting in Hamden.

Hamden Motorist Displayed Weapon In Ledyard Road Rage Incident: PD

The man is facing multiple charges, including threatening, according to police.

Hamden Man Arrested In Tolland Home Invasion Case: State Police

A Hamden man is accused of invading a home he was banned from in Tolland, according to a warrant.

Retired Hamden Police Captain Appointed Chief In Woodbridge

The former Hamden police captain has been appointed as the new police chief in Woodbridge, officials announced.

Barking Dog Alerted Resident To Burglar, Hamden Man Arrested: Darien Police

A Hamden man was arrested on July 17 in connection with the incident, according to Darien police.

Hamden Man Threatened To Stab Store Manager During Confrontation: North Haven PD

The man was arrested on a warrant, according to police.

Silver Alert Issued For Missing Hamden Teen: Police

The youth was last seen in Hamden on Wednesday afternoon, according to police.

Hamden Man Sentenced To Federal Prison For Drug Trafficking: Feds

An investigation found the man to be a “significant distributor of fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, crack, and narcotic pills,” officials said.

Hamden Man Arrested On Drug Charges After 3-Car Crash: State Police

Police said the man, who is accused of operating a drug factory, caused a three-car crash that involved two rollovers on Route 9.

Hamden Carjacking Leads To Arrest Of 3 Teens: New Haven Police

A late-night carjacking in Hamden led to the arrest of three teens after the stolen vehicle crashed in West Haven, New Haven police said.

Motorcyclist — Hamden Man — Killed In I-95 Crash, ID Released

A motorcyclist is dead following an accident on the highway Thursday afternoon that led to a massive traffic jam.

Hamden Police Blotter

Recent arrests by the Hamden Police Department. All charges are allegations and not convictions.

Incarcerated Hamden Man, 18, Tried To Put A ‘Hit’ On Witness: Police

The incarcerated man is accused of trying to put a “hit” on a witness in connection with his current case, according to police.