The Connecticut State Police reminds all drivers to comply with the Move Over law, which requires motor vehicle operators to move over when approaching stationary first responder or passenger vehicles on the road.   “Too often, we have seen tragedies occur when drivers fail to slow down and move over a lane to keep these vehicles and their occupants safe,” noted Colonel Daniel Loughman, Commanding Officer of the Connecticut State Police.   “Troopers are committed to rigorou

On July 18th, 2025, a White Infiniti eluded State Police from an attempted traffic stop on Talcottville Road (Rt 83) in the Town of Vernon. The operator was endangering numerous other motorists lives as it fled State Police at a high rate of speed. After an investigation, with assistance from the Vernon Police Department, an arrest warrant was applied for and granted for the suspected operator, identified as Erick Resto (DOB 10/24/2003) of East Hartford. On December 1st, 20

The Connecticut State Police assure residents and visitors that Troopers will be out working during the potential snowfall Tuesday, patrolling highways and roads. Drivers are encouraged to avoid driving, if possible, during the forecasted snow, but we know that is not always feasible. Therefore, we’d like to share a few safety reminders:   Before you leave your home, please check the latest forecast and road conditions. Ensure that your vehicle’s windshield wipers are working

The following are the final Thanksgiving Weekend traffic statistics. These are reflective of the time period beginning at midnight Wednesday, November 26th, 2025, and ending at 11:59 p.m., on Sunday, November 30th, 2025. Calls for service:  5,298 Total Traffic Stops:  1,275 Traffic Services   (Where CSP provided traffic related services such as debris removal, assisting with disabled or hazardous motor vehicles etc.) :   413 DUI:  30 Motor vehicle crashes:  475 with injuries:

Please see attached accident information summary; this remains an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Troop E - Montville at 860-848-6500.

Please see attached accident information summary; this remains an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Troop E - Montville at 860-848-6500.