Hamden - North Haven Times

10/16/2025

ARREST MADE IN JEWELRY STORE BURGLARY

On July 15, 2025, at approximately 12:51 AM, a masked suspect forcibly entered a local jewelry store on Washington Avenue, stealing tens of thousands of dollars in high-end watches. Surveillance footage showed the suspect using a sledgehammer to break through the front door and display cases before fleeing in a waiting vehicle.

North Haven Police Patrol Units and Detectives immediately responded to the scene. Over the course of the investigation, forensic evidence was located and collected, ultimately identifying Herman Milton, a 43-year-old Hartford resident, as a suspect in the burglary.

This investigation was a coordinated effort involving multiple surrounding agencies and the State of Connecticut Forensics Laboratory. As a result of this collaboration, North Haven Police obtained an arrest warrant for Milton.

On October 14, 2025, Milton was taken into custody and released after posting a $95,000 court-set bond. He was charged with:

Burglary in the Third Degree
Conspiracy to Commit Burglary
Criminal Mischief in the Second Degree
Larceny in the First Degree

This arrest marks a significant step forward in bringing justice to the affected business and maintaining the safety of our community.

09/29/2025

Earlier today, 9/28/25, kayakers reported finding a body in the Quinnipiac River. Officers responded to the scene, and the Connecticut State Police Dive Team assisted with the recovery.

An investigation is now underway to determine the identity of the individual and the circumstances surrounding this incident.

At this time, no further information is being released. We will provide updates as they become available.

If you have any information that may assist investigators, please contact Detective Lou Camputaro at x8299. Thank you.

09/28/2025

⭐️⭐️REUNITED⭐️⭐️
Raisin is home safe! A good Samaritan found her and kept her safe. They called the number on the flyer and delivered her back home safe and sound.
Thank you so much to this good Samaritan.
Thank you to CTDGRV Melanie for all your guidance.
Welcome home Raisin 🩷🐾

Missing in Hamden:
This little girl is visiting her uncle and family. She was last seen around the area of Stonewall Drive. She will run and run fast. If you see her, please drop to the ground to see if you can Lure her with food. For her safety, please call the number on the flyer if you see her. We do not want her running into traffic or further away.
Please do not chase her, call out to her, clap, your hands, or whistle.
Let’s get this girl home safe and sound.
She is wearing the watermelon harness that is in the flyer.

09/28/2025

North Haven Police are on scene investigating a serious motor vehicle accident in the area of Montowese Ave and Quinnipiac Ave. Further updates will follow.

Quinnipiac Avenue from Fitch to Moultrop and Montowese from Fitch to Clark will be closed for an extended period of time while we investigate. Avoid the area. Thank you.

09/16/2025

On September 14, 2025 while investigating an unrelated incident, our agency was made aware of an animal cruelty complaint. Through investigation it was learned the suspect, 25 year-old Giovanni Whitmore, of North Haven, had escalated behavior towards a household dog from discipline to displays of violence and aggression. These actions included full force, closed fist striking of the dog's body, neck, and head. Additionally, it is alleged the dog was forced to stand on her hind legs for hours at a time.

Consultation regarding the allegations was made with North Haven Animal Control, who agreed the alleged behavior by Whitmore towards the dog was far beyond any reasonable training/discipline standards. The dog has since been removed from the residence.

Today, North Haven Officers arrested Whitmore and served Risk Protection Orders (RPO) and Risk Protection Warrants. Whitmore has been charged with violation of CGS 53-247, Animal Cruelty (2 counts) and CGS 53a-62, Threatening 2nd Degree. He is currently being held on a$150,000 court set bond.

We will not stand for animal cruelty in our community. Every living being deserves compassion and respect. If you harm an animal, you will be held accountable.

09/14/2025

02/19/2025

On Friday, 2/14/25 at approximately 9pm, our officers responded to the Shell gas station located at 272 Maple Avenue for a robbery. The suspect appears to be a black male approximately 6ft tall. If you or anyone you know has information regarding this incident, contact North Haven detectives at 203-239-5321 x240. Callers can remain anonymous.

02/08/2025

Volunteers needed. Immediate need for Finance Commission Members. For more information visit: https://hamden.com/292/Boards-Commissions