The Southington Police Department has announced the following arrests from April 23 to April 29:

• Angela G. Rood, 34, of 135 Harwinton Rd., Torrington, was arrested on April 23 for second degree failure to appear.
• Michael Kleszcz, 54, of 256 Marion Ave., Plantsville, was arrested on April 24 for driving under the influence and failure to maintain lane.
• Robert Anthony Crotty, 42, of 7 Bristol St., Southington, was arrested on April 24 for first degree burglary, possession of burglary tools, second degree criminal mischief, and fourth degree larceny.
• Christine Honohan, 37, of 105 Michael Dr., Southington, was arrested on April 24 for third degree larceny.
• Kinsly Jamel Grant, 26, of 210 Virginia Ave., Bridgeport, was arrested on April 25 for possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana.
• Robert Tedder, 33, of 18 Park Rd., West Hartford, was arrested on April 26 for second degree breach of peace.
• Marc K. Gray-Leclair, 28, of 18 Park St., West Hartford, was arrested on April 26 for second degree breach of peace.
• Anthony O. Michalski, 31, of 156 Meriden Ave., Southington, was arrested on April 27 for second degree threatening, second degree harassment, and sixth degree larceny.
• Gabriella F. Narus, 20, of 36 Deacon Circle, Southington, was arrested on April 28 for interfering with officers.
• Alyssa S. Marin, 25, of 35 Evergreen Ave., Hartford, was arrested on April 28 for negligent homicide with a motor vehicle, unsafe tires, and failure to drive right.
• Armand Kesikbashian, 69, of 28 Aircraft Rd., Southington, was arrested on April 29 for blight.

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests from April 28 through May 5:

• Marisa Caruso, 19, of 158 Fleetwood Rd., Southington, was arrested on April 28 for sixth degree larceny.
• Elza Sarkisian, 19, of 7 Old Musket Dr., Newington, was arrested on April 28 for failure to respond to an infraction.
• Steven J. Wivell, 22, of 160 Maplewood Rd., Southington, was arrested on April 29 for criminal attempt to commit second degree burglary, criminal attempt to commit third degree burglary, and two counts of criminal attempt to commit sixth degree larceny.
• Samuel S. Mushrall, 26, of 902 South Colony Rd., Wallingford, was arrested on May 1 for sixth degree larceny. In a second incident, he was arrested for second degree failure to appear.
• David Laroche, 36, of 57 Germania St., Southington, was arrested on May 1 for second degree breach of peace, first degree threatening, and second degree reckless endangerment.
• Kenneth T. Villatoro, 23, of 26 Smith St., New Britain, was arrested on May 1 for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Ravin K. Walters, 23, of 43 Berlin St., Southington, was arrested on May 2 for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Veronica N. Quinonez, 23, of 41 Silver St., Springfield, Mass. was arrested on May 2 for operating a motor vehicle without a license and possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana.
• Jessele M. Quinonez-Diaz, 23, of 17 Summer Ave., Springfield, Mass., was arrested on May 2 for possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana.
• Kristina Baxter, 39, of 239 Thistle Ln, Southington, was arrested on May 2 for second degree failure to appear.
• Todd Andrew Whittaker, 48, of 75 Berlin St., Southington, was arrested on May 3 for second degree failure to appear.
• Dean A. Raymond, 58, of 572 East Rd, Bristol, was arrested on May 4 for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and traveling too fast.
• Amy A. Mount, 28, of 67 Hanover St., Wallingford, was arrested on May 4 for first degree criminal trespassing and sixth degree larceny.
• Yomira Rios, 19, of 32 Melrose St., Bristol, was arrested on May 5 for possession of alcohol by a minor in a public place.
• Kristina Baxter, 39, of 239 Thistle Ln, Southington, was arrested on May 5 for second degree failure to appear.
• Brandon Boudreau, 20, of 18 Garden Gate Rd., Southington, was arrested on May 5 for disorderly conduct and third degree criminal mischief.

Roberto Ettorre

On May 9, Southington police were dispatched to Econo Lodge, 1845 Meriden-Waterbury Tpk., in Southington at approximately 2:30 a.m. after receiving calls about a suspicious male. Police said in a release that a male suspect, later identified as Roberto Ettorre, age 42 of Plainville, allegedly entered a complainant’s room while he was sleeping. Ettorre entered the room through an unsecured door, took money, and left.

When officers reviewed video surveillance, they reported that Ettorre was observed exiting his room and slowly walking into the complainant’s room, through a slightly opened door. Ettorre was observed exiting the room, walking down the hallway, but returning to the area. Ettorre then entered the room a second time, and after a short time, he leaves the room and runs down the hallway.

The complainant reported that $17 was missing from his room. Officers located Ettorre inside his hotel room.

Ettorre was arrested and charged with two counts of Burglary in the second degree and one count of sixth degree larceny. He was released on a $10,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on May 18.

Earlier today, Southington police responded to numerous complaints about pornographic photographs and a pornographic DVD being thrown on lawns and roadways throughout Southington. In all, police recovered 20 pornographic magazine photos and one DVD from 19 different locations around town.

Spring Lake Road was the hardest hit with four magazines recovered. Three were found on Flanders Road. Stonegate Road, Crest Road, and Fairway Drive each had multiple magazines recovered with single incidents on Arlington Drive, Cathy Drive, Celella Drive, Bruce Avenue, Bridle Path Drive, and High Ridge Road. The DVD was recovered on Bridle Path Drive.

This case is actively being investigated, and anyone with any information is asked to call the Southington Police Dept. at (860) 621-0101. Witnesses that may wish to remain anonymous can call the Southington Police Dept. Anonymous Tip Line at (860) 276-1234.

Southington Police seized over 100 pot plants, along with 6.5 pounds of marijuana ready for sale and $3,165 in cash on Mount Vernon Road.

When police were called to investigate reports of an argument on Mount Vernon Road in mid-April, it sparked an investigation that resulted in a search and seizure investigation that resulted in the discovery of an indoor marijuana growing operation.

On April 12, Southington police found Matthew Dufresne acting irrationally and beating a third male inside the residence at 2164 Mount Vernon Road. When officers entered the residence, they found Dufresne beating a victim in the bathroom before he turned on the officers.

Matthew Dufresne

Police deployed tasers, pepper spray, a police baton, and a Police K-9 against Dufresne before they were able to handcuff him and take him into custody. Dufresne, the victim, and one police officer were injured in the incident.

Matthew Dufresne, 46, of Bristol was charged with second degree breach of peace, interfering with police, and two counts of assault on police, but that was just the start of the police investigation.

During the assault investigation, officers discovered a sophisticated indoor marijuana growing operation in the two residential homes on the property of 2164 Mount Vernon Road. Detectives from the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) were notified, multiple search and seizure warrants were obtained, and numerous items of evidence were seized in connection with the indoor marijuana growing operation investigation.

Christian Kelly

Police discovered 104 marijuana plants in various states of growth, along with 6.5 pounds of marijuana that was ready for sale and $3,165 in cash. SIU detectives obtained arrest warrants and charged two individuals for being responsible for this criminal operation.

Matthew Dufresne, 36, of 220 Bayberry Drive in Bristol and Christian Kelly, 37, of 179 Divinity Street, 2^nd floor, in Bristol, were each charged with cultivation of over one kilogram of marijuana, possession of marijuana with intent to sell over one kilogram, possession of over four ounces of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Dufresne was held on a $125,000 bond, and was scheduled to appear in court on May 14. Kelley was held on a $150,000 bond and scheduled to appear in court on May 26.

Eric Morelli

NEW BRITAIN (AP)—A 19-year-old Southington man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in a fatal fire that prosecutors say began when he threw a firecracker into a friend’s apartment on Darling Street on June 22, 2014.

Eric Morelli entered the plea on Monday, May 18 in New Britain Superior Court as part of a plea deal with prosecutors.

Morelli told police he was attempting to wake up Kristen Milano’s brother with the firecracker, but it spread throughout the apartment. The Southington Fire Department responded to the fire at 4:30 a.m. on June 22. Jason Milano and his aunt escaped, but nineteen-year-old Kristen Milano became trapped and died in the fire.

Morelli is due back in court for sentencing on July 23. He faces 10 years in prison and five years of probation, though the deal gives his attorney the right to argue for a lesser sentence.

*An Associated Press (AP) release was used in this story.

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests from Thursday, April 30 to Wednesday, May 13:

• Gerard W. Niemierowko, 23, of 36 Bagley Rd., Southington, was arrested on April 30 for possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and littering.
• Paul M. Wylenczek, 22, of 122 Scenic Dr., Southington, was arrested on April 30 for possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.
• Kristy M. Smith, 22, of 525 Crown St., Meriden, was arrested on May 5 for sixth degree larceny.
• Miquan Jackson, 18, of 11 River St., Southington, was arrested on May 6 for second degree breach of peace.
• Dylan Bird, 20, of 122 Walkely Dr., Southington, was arrested on May 8 for disorderly conduct.
• Daniel Bird, Sr., 61, of 122 Walkely Dr., Southington, was arrested on May 8 for disorderly conduct.
• Robin A. Jurglewicz, 48, of 147 Rethal St, Southington, was arrested on May 8 for failure to respond to an infraction.
• Roberto Ettore, 42, of 32 Roseleah Ave., Plainville, was arrested on May 9 for second degree burglary and sixth degree larceny.
• David V. Perri, 35, of 682 Prospect St., Southington, was arrested on May 9 for disorderly conduct.
• Kathleen Laforest, 53, of 160 Wonx Spring Rd., Southington, was arrested on May 9 for disorderly conduct.
• Rodd Florian, 45, of 514 Main St., Southington, was arrested on May 9 for violation of a restraining order.
• Jennifer Young, 39, of 8 South Center St., Southington, was arrested on May 9 for simple trespassing.
• Jamal T. Verdejo, 45, of 45 Alcove St., Meriden, was arrested on May 10 for third degree burglary and sixth degree larceny.
• Jessica K. Calvo, 19, of 410 Berlin St., Southington, was arrested on May 11 for second degree failure to appear.
• Thomas C. Wilkes, 62, of 250 East Main St., Meriden, was arrested on May 11 for second degree breach of peace.
• Andrew J. Paradis, 26, of 371 Emmett St., Bristol, was arrested on May 12 for second degree failure to appear.
• Jovanska Rodriguez, 36, of 253 Bristol St., Southington, was arrested on May 12 for disorderly conduct.
• Christopher Schatz, 32, of 62 Plum Orchard Rd., Southington (last known address), was arrested on May 12 for fourth degree larceny.
• Byron D. Steele, 26, of 1015 Summit Ave., Bronx, N.Y., was arrested on May 13 for third degree identity theft, sixth degree larceny, and seven counts of first degree forgery.
• Kristina Baxter, 39, of 239 Thistle Ln, Southington, was arrested on May 13 for third degree burglary and third degree larceny.

Kevin Goulbourne

Kevin Goulbourne, age 42 of Bristol, turned himself in at the Southington Police Department on May 20 at 12:20 p.m. after learning there was a warrant for his arrest.

The warrant stems from a report of an alleged sexual assault incident that occurred at Motel 6 in Southington, on or about July 30, 2014. The warrant affidavit was ordered sealed by New Britain Superior Court.

Goulbourne was charged with Sexual Assault in the First Degree and Unlawful Restraint in the First Degree.

He was processed and released on a court set $50,000 bond with a court appearance date of June 2, 2015.

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests from May 14 through May 20:

• Matthew Dufresne, 36, of 220 Bayberry Dr., Bristol, was arrested on May 14 for cultivation of over 1 kilogram of marijuana, possession of marijuana with intent to sell over 1 kilogram, possession of marijuana over 4 ounces, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
• Mark Soler, 25, of 1161 East Main St., Waterbury, was arrested on May 14 for interfering with an officer, possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia with less than one half ounce of marijuana, weapons in a motor vehicle, failure to bring a motor vehicle to a full stop when signaled, illegible marker plate, failure to display front marker plate, and operating a motor vehicle without a license. In a second incident, he was arrested for failure to respond to an infraction.
• Luis Minaya, 27, of 163 Ridge Ave., Yonkers, N.Y., was arrested on May 15 for sixth degree larceny, conspiracty to commit sixth degree larceny, and first degree criminal trespassing.
• Christopher L. Boone, 55, of 625 Queen St., Southington, was arrested on May 15 for disorderly conduct.
• Stephen F. Brown-Boone, 33, of 625 Queen St., Southington, was arrested on May 15 for disorderly conduct.
• Miles D. Groom, 20, of 84 Pleasant St., Southington, was arrested on May 15 for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol and failure to drive right.
• Pedro Juan Rodriguez, 39, of 64 Wheeler Village, Southington, was arrested on May 16 for disorderly conduct, second degree breach of peace, second degree threatening, and carrying a dangerous weapon.
• Allison M. Perkins, 34, of 222 West Main St., Plantsville, was arrested on May 16 for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol and failure to drive right.
• Jessica Lynn Sanderson, 26, of 43 Earl St., Waterbury, was arrested on May 16 for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, weapon in a motor vehicle, and operating a motor vehicle without a license.
• Peter N. Martin, 20, of 154 Meadowview Ave., Stratford, was arrested on May 18 for breach of peace and third degree assault.
• David Pippa, 44, of 51 Union St., Southington, was arrested on May 19 for disorderly conduct.
• Shirleena Letia Wilds, 23, of 92 Burgundy Hill Ln, Middletown, was arrested on May 18 for issuing a bad check.
• Deborah L. Brown, 65, of 385 Barnum Av., Bridgeport, was arrested on May 19 for second degree failure to appear.
• Jacob R. Phillips, 27, of 37 Manor Rd., Plantsville, was arrested on May 19 for evading responsibility, operating an unregistered motor vehicle, and driving under the influence.
• Kevin W. Goulbourne, 42, of 243 Indian Trail, Bristol, was arrested on May 20 for first degree unlawful restraint and first degree sexual assault.

By TAYLOR HARTZ
STAFF WRITER

On Monday, May 25, the American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 recognized two local officers for exceptional service in the Southington community this year.

Officer Chad Butler of the Southington Police Department was named Police Officer of the Year, and Keith Glabau of the Southington Fire Department was named Firefighter of the Year by the Legion.

Both were honored with their captains and presented with awards during a ceremony outside the legion hall following the Memorial Day parade.

Keith Glabau of the Southington Fire Department received the American Legion Post 72’s local Firefighter of the Year Award in a ceremony outside the legion on Memorial Day.

Southington Police Officer Chad Butler received the American Legion Post 72’s local Officer of the Year Award in a ceremony outside the legion on Memorial Day.

Craig Henderson

On May 21, at approximately 9:35 p.m., Southington police, firemen, and an AMR ambulance were sent to Mount Vernon Road, in the area of Frost Street after receiving reports of a motor vehicle accident with a tree. The driver of the motor vehicle was reported to have fled the scene.

During the course of the investigation, police reported that Craig Henderson, 30, of Southington drove his vehicle into area of the accident scene, believing that a family member was involved in the accident and was inside the vehicle. As he was making his way towards the vehicle, police reported that Henderson pushed past a firefighter and a police officer and had to be subdued by police, firefighters, and paramedics who were on scene.

During the incident, a police officer reported back pain and scratches on the forehead, and a firefighter reported a hand injury. The report indicates that Henderson failed the field sobriety tests given at the scene.

Southington police charged Henderson with assault on a police officer, assault on a public servant (fireman), interfering with an officer, and driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

Henderson posted a $50,000 bond and was given a court date of June 1.

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests from Tuesday, May 19 through Thursday, May 28:

• Lori A. Matteson, 38, of 112 Eagle Dr., Newington, was arrested on May 19 for second degree forgery and obtaining prescription drugs by fraud.
• David J. Thompson, 47, of 112 Peck Ln, Bristol, was arrested on May 19 for sixth degree larceny.
• Raymond Nkansah, 28, of 3965 Sedgwick 14C, Bronx, N.Y., was arrested on May 21 for fifth degree larceny, criminal attempt to commit second degree larceny, illegal use of credit card, receiving goods obtained by illegal use of a credit card, and reproduction of a credit cart.
• Craig Henderson, 30, of 415 Marion Av, Plantsville, was arrested on May 21 for assault on a police officer, assault on a fireman, interfering with an officer, and driving under the influence.
• Sharon Mallia, 64, of 236 East St., Plainville, was arrested on May 22 for issuing a bad check.
• Taylor Reid, 24, of 114 Church St., Wallingford, was arrested on May 22 for sixth degree larceny.
• Jessie Stevens, 21, of 4 Hills View Ave., Wallingford, was arrested on May 22 for sixth degree larceny.
• Frank Prusinowski, 51, of 858 South End Rd., Southington, was arrested on May 22 for blight.
• Scott Wentworth, 46, of 233 Russett Ln., Southington, was arrested on May 23 for disorderly conduct.
• Jeffrey A. Adams, 56, of 632 Meriden Ave., Southington, was arrested on May 23 for disorderly conduct.
• Aaron Travers, 45, of 625 Queen St., Southington, was arrested on May 26 for third degree assault and disorderly conduct.
• Sandy Lada, 44, of 500 Pleasant St., Southington, was arrested on May 26 for third degree assault and disorderly conduct.
• Jacob Butler, 37 of 471 Main St., Southington, was arrested on May 27 for disorderly conduct.
• Richard C. Schmaltz, 61, of 91 Hobart St., Southington, was arrested on May 28 for driving under the influence and operating an unregistered motor vehicle.

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests:

• Christian J. Kelley, 37, of 179 Divinity St., Bristol, was arrested on May 15 for cultivation of over 1 kilogram of marijuana, possession of over 1 kilogram of marijuana with intent to sell, possession of over 4 ounces of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
• Ina Johnson-Ward, 66, of 9 Queen Terr., Southington, was arrested on May 29 for breach of peace.
• Katheryn M. Maties-Budris, 43, of 56 Park St., Bristol, was arrested on May 29 for sixth degree larceny.
• Catherine A. Buys, 55, of 200 Pleasant St., Southington, was arrested on May 29 for possession of a controlled substance withing 1500 feet of a school.
• Timothy S. Miller, 46, of 346 Brittan Rd., Chicopee, Mass., was arrested on May 30 for failure to respond in the first degree. In a separate incident, he was arrested for failure to respond to an infraction.
• Kerry T. Fleming, 48, 418 Atlantic, East Rockaway, N.Y., was arrested on May 30 for disorderly conduct.
• Michael J. Rock, 54, of 36 Hill St., Southington, was arrested on May 31 for second degree breach of peace and second degree criminal mischief.
• Kenneth Buxton, 47, of 21 Convoy Dr., New Britain, was arrested on May 31 for sixth degree larceny. In a separate incident, he was arrested for second degree failure to appear.
• David J. Laliberte, 48, of 65 Ingraham St, Bristol, was arrested on May 31 for risk of injury and disorderly conduct.
• David M. Lamontage, 46, of 266 Curtiss St., Southington, was arrested on May 31 for third degree assault and breach of peace.
• David J. Najam, 43, of 80 Robindale Dr., Plantsville, was arrested on May 31 for disorderly conduct.
• Christine A. Backstrom, 46, of 16 Howard Rd., Dunham, was arrested on May 31 for disorderly conduct.
• Jessica Wunsch, 25, of 10 Armbuster Rd., Terryville, was arrested on June 2 for third degree forgery and fifth degree larceny.
• Lance D. Hammell, 22, of 37 Jennifer Lynn Dr., Milldale, was arrested on June 2 for disorderly conduct and third degree assault.
• Robmik C. Perry-Levey, 22, of 37 Jennifer Lynn Dr., Milldale, was arrested on June 2 for third degree assault and disorderly conduct.
• Kendra L. Mitchell, 23, of 103 Lawncrest Dr, Southington, was arrested on June 2 for second degree failure to appear.
• Zachary Spooner, 18, of 66 Mandel Dr, Southington, was arrested on June 2 for illegal possession of alcohol by a minor.
• Brittnee Beebe, 23, of 601 Jude Ln, Southington, was arrested on June 3 for failure to display a number plate, disobeying officer’s signal, improper passing, traveling too fast, and operating a motor vehicle under suspension. In a separate infraction, she was arrested for engaging police in pursuit, improper passing, traveling too fast, failure to display number plate, and operating a motor vehicle under suspension.
• John M. Perkins Jr., 24, of 175 Hoover Ave, Bristol, was arrested on June 3 for possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana.

Edwin Perez

Edwin Perez, 30, of Meriden, turned himself in to Southington Police on Monday, June 15 after learning there was an active warrant for his arrest.

Perez was processed and charged with criminal attempt to commit fourth degree sexual assault, risk of injury to a minor, second degree unlawful restraing, and second degree breach of peace.

According to the arrest warrant, the incident took place on May 23, 2015 within the Town of Southington. Perez and the victim were familiar with each other. The warrant was sealed by the Court and no other information will be released.

He was held on a $125,000 bond and was given a court appearance on June 15.

Southington Police Department’s Accident Investigation Team (AIT) is investigating an accident on Flanders Road, just north of the intersection with Pilgrim Lane.

Police were called to the scene a little after 10 a.m. this morning with reports of an accident involving two cars and a motorcycle.

The driver of the motorcycle, Kevin Sullivan of Southington, sustained serious injuries and was transported to Hartford Hospital by American Medical Response (AMR). Sullivan is listed in stable, but guarded condition.

The driver of the second vehicle, Evan Gladney of Wallingford, was transported to Mid- State Hospital and treated for minor injuries and then released.

The third driver, Scott Percival of Avon, was transported to the Hospital of Central Connecticut at Bradley Memorial for precautionary reasons. Percival was later released after being examined.

A portion of Flanders Road was closed for several hours while AIT was on scene investigating the crash. The road was re-opened at 9:15 pm.

As of today, no charges have been filed.

Police are asking that anyone with information regarding this crash contact Officer Jeremy Busa #162 by phone at (860) 621-0101 or by Email at jbusa@southingtonpolice.org.

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests from Wednesday, June 3 through Wednesday, June 10:

• Kamila Lipinska, 25, of 100 South End Rd., Southington, was arrested for an incident on Oct. 1, 2014 for passing a standing school bus.
• Frank J. Vinci, 42, of 488 Curtiss St., Southington, was arrested on June 3 for driving under the influence and failure to grant right of way.
• Roberto M. Baez Jr., 21, of 6 St. Paul St., Waterbury, was arrested on June 4 for operating a motor vehicle under suspension and possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana.
• Matthew Neisser, 34, of 130 North Star Dr., Southington, was arrested on June 4 for disorderly conduct and interfering with officers.
• Nichole Allison Sotelo-Neyra, 20, of 86 Stoneycrest Dr., Middletown, was arrested on June 6 for violation of a protective order, second degree breach of peace, sixth degree larceny, and third degree burglary.
• Curt Kennedy, 40, of 1186 South Main St., Cheshire, was arrested on June 7 for driving under the influence, traveling unreasonably fast, improper signal, and failure to insure.
• Paul A. Mena, 43, of 341 Wall St., Meriden, was arrested on June 8 for first degree failure to appear.
• Kevin L. Johnson, 37, of 283 Berlin Ave., Southington, was arrested on June 9 for possession of less than four ounces of marijuana.
• Roberto M. Baez Jr., 21, of 6 St. Paul St., Waterbury, was arrested on June 10 for second degree failure to appear.

The Southington Police Department announced that, beginning on Monday, June 29, Center Street will be closed to thru traffic between Water Street and South Center Street. The detour will run between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. while demolition continues at the site of the Ideal Forging building adjacent to Center Street.

Access to the business on this stretch of Center Street will still be granted, and the closure is expected to continue through Friday, July 10.

The detour area will be posted, and police officers will be stationed at each end to help expedite traffic along the detour route. This section of Center Street will be re-open nightly and on weekends when active demolition is not in progress.

The linear trail in this area should not be effected by the closure, but police recommend that trail users are cautious around the site during demolition hours.

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests from Sunday, June 21 through Tuesday, June 23:

• Traci Marie McNiff, 22, of 30 Memorial Dr., Southington, was arrested on June 21 for failure to obey a stop sign, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana.
• Ian Matthew Fleming, 20, of 18 Thomas St., Wolcott, was arrested on June 21 for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana.
• Josephat W. Thibeault, 31, of 108 Mountain Rd., Seymour, was arrested on June 22 for issuing a bad check.
• Ana Almeida, 30, of 13 Walnut St., Naugatuck, was arrested on June 22 for sixth degree larceny.
• Peter Gardyna Jr., 53, of 57 Vineyard Ln., Southington, was arrested on June 22 for disorderly conduct.
• Carla I. Williams, 57, of 631 Meriden Ave., Southington, was arrested on June 22 for violation of a protective order.
• Kayla Bergeron, 21, of 44 George St., Southington, was arrested on June 23 for disorderly conduct and third degree assault.
• Janet A. Petro, 58, of 50 Centennial Ave., Meriden, was arrested on June 23 for disorderly conduct and third degree assault.

The Southington Police Department announced the following arrests from Wednesday, June 24 through Wednesday, July 1:

• Timothy Delaney, 18, of 208 West Center St., Southington, was arrested on June 24 for traveling too fast and possession of less than one half ounce of marijuana.
• Monalisa Jackson, 38, of 275 South Main St., Waterbury, was arrested on June 25 for sixth degree larceny and conspiracy to commit sixth degree larceny.
• Denise Ramos, 52, of 94 Brookview Ave., Waterbury, was arrested on June 25 for sixth degree larceny and conspiracy to commit sixth degree larceny.
• Christopher D. Wood, 22, of 7224 Royce Pl., Brooklyn, N.Y., was arrested on June 25 for two counts of conspiracy to commit sixth degree larceny.
• Caralee Yaskolka, 23, of 316 Monroe St., New Britain, was arrested on June 26 for second degree harassment.
• Kelsey A. Butler, 23, of 623 Marion Ave., Southington, was arrested on June 26 for second degree breach of peace.
• Henry Cofrancesco, 45, of 120 Hawthorne Ln., Hamden (last known address), was arrested on June 26 for two counts of sixth degree larceny.
• David Omar Velazquez, 25, of 200 Smith St., New Britain, was arrested on June 27 for possession of marijuana with intent to sell, possession of narcotics, operating a motor vehicle under suspension, and failure to drive right.
• Curtis Coles, 55, of 13213 I10, Houston, Texas, was arrested on June 27 for assault on personnel and second degree breach of peace.
• Gabrielle Zavaglia, 21, of 43 Runge Dr., Meriden, was arrested on June 29 for third degree burglary and sixth degree larceny.
• Michael Joseph Beharry, 31, of 5 Short St., Bristol, was arrested on June 29 for third degree assault, second degree breach of peace, second degree unlawful restraint, operating a motor vehicle under suspension, and reckless driving.
• Sandra M. Piccolo, 57, of 6 Hillcrest Rd., Plainville, was arrested on June 29 for sixth degree larceny.
• Angel E. Lopez-Cruz, 29, of 100 Kane St., West Hartford, was arrested on June 30 for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Carmen Rainey, 20, of 139 Farmstead Rd., Southington, was arrested on June 30 for breach of peace.
• Ryan Czywczynski, 32, of 66-306 Westwood Knoll, Meriden, was arrested on July 1 for a probation violation.

Between June and July of 2015 numerous incidents of vandalism have taken place in Recreation Park, and the Southington Police Department is requesting the public’s help in attempting to identify the individual(s) responsible.

Acts of vandalism have been widespread. Portable toilets, garbage cans, and bleachers have been overturned. Areas of the park have been spray painted with graffiti, and soccer nets have been cut. The vandalism has taken place during the late evening and early morning hours.

The Southington Police Department (SPD) is currently conducting extensive directed patrols of Recreation Park and will be actively enforcing town ordinance violations within the park. Anyone found in the park after hours will be subjected to enforcement action.

Park hours are outlined in following section of the Southington Town Ordinances:
“Sec. 14-2. Hours of operation.
[Ord. of 5-27-80, § 9.1]Parks shall be open from one-half hour after sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. No person shall enter or remain in park or recreation areas at other times except in those areas specifically designated, lighted and authorized for use by the park and recreation board.”

Police are encouraging anyone with information regarding the vandalism to contact Detective Wojenski at (860) 378-1644 or to call the confidential SPD tip line at (860) 378-1600, ext. 2800.