Farmington Police Department
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Motorcyclist Killed in Meadow Road Crash; Silverado Driver Charged With DUI
A motorcyclist died Monday afternoon after a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck struck a motorcycle and a school bus from behind on Meadow Road in Farmington. Police arrested the Silverado's driver, Gary Berube, 63, on a charge of driving under the influence and are holding him on $500,000 bond.
Farmington Police Log, April 30: Officer Santiago's Second Southeast Road Arrest in Three Days
The latest Farmington PD log records one arrest: Joshua Anthony Soler of New Britain, charged with Larceny in the 6th Degree at 1600 Southeast Road. The notable part is the arresting officer — Jose R. Santiago, now on his second on-scene arrest at this address in three days, establishing the kind of officer/location pairing the series has not seen outside Officer Aparo at 500 South Road.
April's Fourteen Police Logs: A Month-End Reading
A month-end reading of every police-beat article The Farmington Mercury published in April 2026 — twelve arrest logs, one wire-broken shooting at Forest Park Drive, and one statewide distracted-driving crackdown. The patterns across them: one officer working the mall consistently, one address that won't stop showing up, one conspiracy case spanning three defendants, and a single Tuesday — April 28 — that became the densest 24-hour log of the year on the Farmington beat. Every defendant is presumed innocent.
Farmington Police Log, May 1: One Arrest at GA 18, and the Class A Charge That Lands With It
A single weekend arrest at GA 18 — Officer Glaude's third habeas warrant in the FM series, and the first §53a-127f Possession of a Shoplifting Device charge to land on the page.
Farmington Police Log, April 17–20
Two arrests over a 72-hour weekend window — both on Friday night, both on motor-vehicle charges, both by Officer Daniel J. Taylor, two hours apart.
Farmington Police Log, May 4: One Arrest at Southeast Road, and a Hotspot Becomes Official
A single arrest in the May 4–6 Farmington PD log — Robert Derron Hinton, 46, of Wethersfield — becomes the third arrest at 1600 Southeast Road in seven days, crossing the threshold this column set for a defined hotspot. The arresting officer is Kyler A. Fausel, not Jose R. Santiago: the pairing breaks at the threshold event and the address is now a multi-officer §53a-125b enforcement location.
Farmington Police Log, April 29: One Arrest on Colt Highway, and the First §14-140 Suspension on the Page
One arrest, two motor-vehicle charges, and the first FM log entry to put §14-140 on the page. Officer Sotelo's third appearance in the series.
Farmington PD Is Looking for Phones This Month:
Farmington Police are participating in Connecticut's statewide April distracted-driving crackdown — the "Put the Phone Away or Pay" campaign coordinated across 37 law enforcement agencies. Farmington PD has urged drivers to put phones away. State penalties run $150 for a first violation, $300 for a second, and $500 for each subsequent — doubled in work zones.
Farmington Police Log, March 27–30: Four Arrests, Two More DUIs, and 500 South Road Simply Will Not Stop
The Farmington PD arrest log for March 27–30, 2026 produced four arrests: two DUIs, a fourth shoplifting at 500 South Road, and a Farmington resident arrested at her own address. Officers Aparo, Smith, Brown, and Roque all return.
Training Halted: Heat Wave Leads to Hospitalization of Officer Candidates in Connecticut
Three officer candidates at the Connecticut National Guard’s Officer Candidate School in Niantic were briefly hospitalized due to heat concerns during intense training but have since returned, highlighting both the rigors of military preparation and the effective emergency responses in place. Learn more about their experience and ongoing commitment to safety.
Arrestapalooza: Farmington's Finest Have a Busy Day
Farmington Police wrangle DUIs, court dodgers, and more in a day full of arrests. 🚗🚓 Catch the highlights of our town's wild ride in law enforcement. #Farmington #PoliceBlotter
Farmington’s Finest: A Week of Arrests, Domestic Drama, and Speeding Shenanigans
Farmington CT’s latest arrest log features breaches of peace, DUIs, and emergency call interference. Discover the surprising side of our tranquil town! 😲👮♂️ #FarmingtonNews #PoliceBlotter #Drama
Arrest Alert! Farmington Man Stopped for DUI, Ignoring Registration Like It’s 1999
Suburban scandal! Farmington Ave sees a DUI arrest & a missed registration. Thanks, Farmington Storage, for keeping our community in museum air quality!
Farmington’s Latest Arrests: Domestic Disputes, Speeding Incidents, and Larceny Cases
Explore Farmington’s recent arrests, from domestic disputes to speeding and larceny. Stay informed with our detailed report. 🚓 #FarmingtonNews #PoliceBlotter
Farmington Police Log, March 18: One Arrest, Bond Posted, Officer Aiello Moves On
The Farmington Police Department arrested one person in a 24-hour period ending Thursday morning. A Hartford man faces a single count of larceny in the sixth degree — the lowest degree available under Connecticut law. Bond was posted. Town continues.
Weekend Arrestapalooza in Farmington: Five Bookings and One Very Popular Address
Five arrests. Three unregistered cars. One haunted address. Thanks to Farmington Storage for keeping our records—and your heirlooms—museum-grade.
Farmington Arrest Log: One Warrant Arrest, Larceny 6th and Payment Card Charge, Court Today
Farmington arrest log: one warrant arrest at Bristol Hospital, charges include 53a-125b and 53a-128c(a). Court today. All are presumed innocent.
Farmington Arrest Log: One DUI Case, 3:16 A.M. Stop On Route 6
One arrest logged in Farmington: a 49-year-old Bristol resident, 3:16 a.m. on Route 6 at Brookshire Lane, facing speeding, no insurance, and DUI charges. Court date set for Sept. 2. 🚓
Farmington Arrests: The Drama on New Britain Avenue 🎭🚔
Malik Brown & Anthony Lustrinelli steal the spotlight in Farmington’s arrest log! Sponsored by Farmington Storage, your high-security, museum-air facility for all storage needs. 📦✨
Farmington Council Honors Eagle Scouts, Thanks Veterans, and Faces School Budget Questions
Farmington’s Nov. 10, 2025 council meeting honored two Eagle Scouts, marked Veterans Day, heard sharp school funding concerns, and reviewed bonds, building projects, and upcoming zoning and parking rules.