Politics & Government

Stonington Facing Lawsuit From Local Lobstermen After Boat Fire

Local lobstermen are suing town officials.

STONINGTON--Two brothers, both local lobsterman, are suing the town and several Stonington employees, according to a report.

The Day reports that Justin and Travis Mederia are suing the town of Stonington and multiple employees after their boat caught fire and sank while at the town dock in 2015.

The brothers, who operate Lindy Inc., served the town notice of the lawsuit Tuesday, according to The Day.

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The Mederias are suing for damages, citing a lack of security at the the town facility, the report states.

Read full details in The Day here.

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