Woodbridge Police are investigating fatal one car accident that occurred Sunday morning, September 19th at approximately 2:45 AM.

A 38 year old male from Ansonia was killed when his 2004 Toyota Highlander struck a tree on Baldwin Road.

Police Department Press Release

Woodbridge Police have reported a traffic fatality that occurred on Amity Road Saturday evening shortly before 8 PM.

Timothy Kelly, age 48, of 3 Arch Drive, East Hampton, CT was killed when his vehicle struck a tree. Kelly was the sole occupant of the vehicle, a 2010 Hyundai Accent, which he was operating northbound on Amity Road when he failed to negotiate a curve, drove off the right side of the road and into a wooded area. His vehicle was extensively damaged and Kelly had to be extricated from the vehicle by the Woodbridge Fire Department. Kelly was pronounced dead at the scene.

Press Release

Over the past several days, tree workers have been clearing branches away from power lines in various parts of Woodbridge and employees of United Illuminating have been contacting home owners about the tree work. It is important to make sure that branches are far enough from power lines so that power outages are less likely during summer storms.

Unfortunately, not everyone visiting people’s houses right now are involved with tree removal. Today, the Woodbridge Police Department issues a press release about a recent burglary on Litchfield Turnpike.

An unidentified male went to a Litchfield Turnpike residence and coaxed the elderly female occupant to come outside so he could show her some tree work that he allegedly was going to be doing on the neighbor’s property, claiming that as a “courtesy” he just wanted to show her so that she would be aware of it when they commenced working. The female occupant joined the male outside for a brief period of time, and when she went back inside her home she discovered that her house had been burglarized by another unknown person. Items stolen from this residence included cash and jewelry.

Woodbridge Police detectives are working with the New Haven Police Department since a similar incident occurred in New Haven last week.

Residents are reminded to be cautious of unexpected visits by alleged construction workers,
landscapers, or utility workers. They should demand positive identification from the individuals and
should not hesitate to report any suspicious persons or activity to the Police Department immediately.

Woodbridge – As parents chatted and watched the Bethwood Softball League’s Woodbridge Purple Panthers on a fine summer’s evening at Center Field in Woodbridge. A small drama played out in the crowded parking lot. Joanna Cooper’s car was hit by a vehicle which then left the scene of the accident.

The offending vehicle did not have a license plate on the front, but a witness in the parking lot chased the vehicle down the driveway and managed to get the license plate information. The police were contacted and a helpful member of Woodbridge’s Police Department inspected the damage and spoke with Ms. Cooper and witnesses.

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Fortunately, the damage was minor and there were no injuries. Other parents in the stands were willing to give the driver the benefit of the doubt. Perhaps they did not even realize they had scraped up against the Cooper’s vehicle.

Yet the important part of the story is not about the damage to the car, or perhaps even what might have been going on in the mind of the driver leaving the accident. The real story, a common story that does not get told often enough, is about people in a community caring about and looking after one another.

Back on the field, the players finished out their game without ever knowing what had happened in the parking lot. In the Bethwood Rookie League, they don’t keep score. Instead, they work on improving their game, having fun, and playing nicely together. It provides a good example to others about how games should be played and a nice parallel to community members coming together in the parking lot.

On Monday, the Woodbridge Police Department posted a notice on their website that they are looking to hire a Police Dispatcher.

The Town of Woodbridge is currently seeking a well-organized individual to effectively perform a variety of specialized technical and clerical duties involved with the operation of the Police Department’s Communications Center. The ideal candidate must be able to receive, analyze, process, and disseminate information provided by citizens and public safety personnel via telephone, radio, and computer.

Additional information can be found on the Woodbridge Police Department website.

The closing date for applications is 4:00 P.M. on June 18, 2010

Tuesday, the Woodbridge Police Department issued a press release concerning two day time residential burglaries that took place in the north part of town. In both cases, the burglars appear to have entered through unlocked entrances; a window and a garage.

Police are reminding residents to keep their premises secured, utilize their alarm systems, and to notify the Police Department immediately of any suspicious activity or vehicles observed in the area.

In a separate press release, Woodbridge Police report the arrest of Thomas Naciadis of Manchester, CT in connection with the March 2009 robbery of the Peoples Bank on Amity Road.

The Woodbridge Police have posted a Press Release about the fatal traffic accident that took place early Saturday afternoon on Litchfield Turnpike near Bishop Drive.

Greggory Caliendo of Bethany appears to have been driving southbound in a 1999 BMW convertible when his vehicle failed to negotiate a curve, crossed into the oncoming traffic lane and hitting a 2000 Cadillac in a head on collision. Mr. Caliendo was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. The driver and passengers in the Cadillac were taken to Yale New Haven hospital where they were treated for various injuries.

Anyone who may have witnessed the accident is encouraged to contact the Woodbridge Police Department at (203) 387-2512

Woodbridge Police announced today the arrest of Troy Cosentino, of New Haven, CT on charges related to the August 20, 2009 bank robbery at the TD Bank on Amity Road.

For more details read the Woodbridge Police Department Press Release.

The Woodbridge Police Department issued a press release today concerning the arrest of AnthonyT. Caraway, age 19, of 5 Landmark Terrace for allegedly assaulting a woman inside of his residence. The woman was taken to Yale-New Haven Hospital for treatment of her injuries, and was later released.

On 03/10/10 the Woodbridge Police Department arrested a local resident in connection with an assault involving his girlfriend.

Arrested was AnthonyT. Caraway, age 19, of 5 Landmark Terrace, Woodbridge, CT. He was charged with Unlawful Restraint 1st Degree, Assault 3rd Degree, Strangulation 2nd Degree, Reckless Endangerment 2nd Degree, and Breach of Peace.

The incident occurred on 3/10/10 at approximately 12:06 PM when Police responded to Landmark Terrace on a report of an assault in progress involving a male and a female. Officers found the female locked in her vehicle and Caraway standing outside, where he was taken into custody. Investigation revealed that following an argument Caraway had assaulted the female while they were inside his residence, and before she was able to run outside and summon assistance. The female victim was transported to Yale-New Haven Hospital for treatment of her injuries, and was later released.

Caraway was detained at the Woodbridge Police Department overnight in lieu of a $10,000 bond which he was unable to post. He was transported to New Haven Superior Court this morning for arraignment.

From a WoodbridgePolice Department Press Release

On 03-05-09 a student at the Amity Regional High School was arrested after
being found in possession of cocaine.

The arrest was the result of suspicious activity involving a student that was
observed by a faculty member, who then reported it to school security personnel and
the Student Resource Officer. Further investigation revealed that the student was in
possession of cocaine.

The 16 year old student, from Bethany, CT was charged with Possession of
Narcotics, and his arraignment in New Haven Juvenile Court is pending.