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06/01/2026

This Thursday, June 4th, we invite the Middletown community to come out and show your support as law enforcement officers from across Connecticut, local runners, and our incredible Special Olympics athlete Aiden carry the Flame of Hope through the City of Middletown.

The Flame of Hope represents courage, inclusion, determination, and the spirit of the athletes who inspire us every day. As the torch makes its way through our city, we encourage residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to line the route, cheer on the runners, wave signs, and help us give Aiden and all participants the warm Middletown welcome they deserve.

📍 Torch Run Schedule – Middletown
🔥 12:46 PM – Torch Run departs Broad Street and Court Street following the lunch break

🏃 Main Street Highlights
• 12:53 PM – Main Street at Middletown Police Department
• 12:55 PM – Main Street at Washington Street

➡️ The Torch Run will then continue west on Grand St. to Newfield St. and into Cromwell.

📍 Entering Cromwell
🔥 1:44 PM – Route 3 at Dunkin’ Donuts (Middletown/Cromwell town line area)

Please be mindful of runners and es**rt vehicles along the route and expect brief traffic delays as the Flame of Hope passes through our community.

Let’s show Connecticut what Middletown is all about and help send the Flame of Hope on its journey to the Special Olympics Summer Games. We hope to see you!

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05/29/2026

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Police Department; 222 Main Street, Middletown, Connecticut 06457Phone: 860-638-4100   Fax: 860-343-8022 E-mail: [email protected]

05/28/2026

Please join the Middletown Police Department in congratulating Chief Erik M. Costa on being honored with the Provider of the Year Award from River Valley Services.

This recognition reflects Chief Costa’s continued commitment to mental health advocacy, strengthening community partnerships, and building trust between law enforcement and the people we serve. His leadership and dedication to collaboration have helped foster meaningful relationships and support systems throughout our community.

Congratulations, Chief Costa, on this well deserved honor.

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05/27/2026

NEWS RELEASE

On 5/19/26 Christopher Lane (29 years old) was involved in a domestic violence related incident in which he discharged a firearm multiple times at an individual in the area of Westlake Drive and Forest Glen Circle. There were other vehicles and pedestrians in the area at the time. The fired rounds missed the targeted individual but caused damage to other property and residences in the area. Lane then fled on foot into the wooded area of Westlake Drive and Smith Street.

A large scale operation began utilizing numerous resources in an effort to locate Lane. Lane was not located on that evening however detectives from the Middletown Police Department continued the search over the next several days. A multijurisdictional joint investigation began and Middletown Detectives were provided information from the FBI New Haven CAST team as to Lane’s most recent location.

On Friday 5/22/26 Lane was discovered to be in Poughkeepsie, NY and was located at the Hyatt Place hotel on South Road in Poughkeepsie. An operation at that location was initiated and after several hours Lane was taken into custody at the hotel. At the time of his arrest Lane was located in possession of a handgun and live ammunition.

Lane will be extradited to CT to face charges that include Criminal Attempt to Commit Assault 1 and multiple weapons charges.

The Middletown Police Department would like to extend our sincere thanks to our partners, FBI New Haven CAST, Connecticut State Police, FBI NY Violent Crime Task Force, Town of Poughkeepsie Police

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05/25/2026

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05/25/2026

🇺🇸 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE UPDATE 🇺🇸

Due to inclement weather, the City of Middletown’s Memorial Day Parade scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2026 has been canceled.

While we are disappointed the parade will not take place, we remain grateful for the opportunity to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

We encourage everyone to take a moment this Memorial Day to reflect on the true meaning of the holiday and remember our fallen heroes.

Please monitor the City of Middletown and Middletown Police Department social media pages for any additional updates or commemorative event information.

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05/25/2026

The men and women of the Middletown Police Department are grateful to all of our service members who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedoms.

As we enjoy this Memorial Day weekend with family and friends, we pause to remember the heroes who never made it home. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to this country will never be forgotten.

We are especially fortunate to have so many of our nation’s heroes laid to rest here in Middletown at the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery, a solemn reminder of the true meaning of Memorial Day.

May we always honor their memory. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

🇺🇸 MEMORIAL DAY PARADE DETAILS 🇺🇸

The City of Middletown’s annual Memorial Day Parade will take place on Monday, May 25, 2026 beginning at 10:30 A.M.

Please be advised of the following road closures beginning at approximately 10:00 A.M.:

• Main Street from Union Street to St. John’s Square
• Washington Street (Rt. 66) from High Street to DeKoven Drive

Motorists traveling westbound over the Arrigoni Bridge from Portland will be directed down Hartford Avenue to Route 9.

Please plan ahead, expect delays, and follow all posted detours and officer directions.

The Middletown Police Department wishes everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

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05/23/2026

The Middletown Police Department would like to thank our law enforcement partners and the community for their assistance during last week’s active investigation involving Christopher Lane.

Lane, who was wanted in connection with the shooting incident that occurred on Westlake Drive, has been taken into custody in Poughkeepsie, New York.

This arrest was the result of extensive investigative efforts, interagency cooperation, and information developed throughout the investigation. We appreciate the public’s patience and support during the large police presence and shelter-in-place advisories that were issued as officers worked to ensure the safety of our community.

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05/22/2026

Please join the Middletown Police Department in congratulating Officer Brenden Spencer on being recognized Thursday evening at the Salute to Connecticut’s Finest as the 2026 Exchange Club Officer of the Year.

Officer Spencer began his law enforcement career in 2018 with the Hartford Police Department before joining the Middletown Police Department in 2024. Since arriving in Middletown, he has quickly made an impact through proactive policing, strong investigative work, and leadership among his peers.

His efforts have led to the arrest of violent offenders, the seizure of illegal fi****ms and narcotics, the identification of an illegal nightclub, and the arrest of a serial burglar. Officer Spencer was also previously awarded a lifesaving medal after rescuing an abandoned infant and toddler on a frigid winter night.

A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Officer Spencer served as an infantry squad leader and completed two Pacific deployments prior to entering law enforcement.

Congratulations to Officer Spencer on this well-deserved recognition and thank you for your continued service to the City of Middletown.

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