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Arrest Drama in Farmington: Lights, Cuffs, and Larceny Laughs! 🚔🤣

Stay informed on the latest happenings in Farmington, CT. Yesterday, the Farmington Police Department reported three arrests, involving charges ranging from extradition to failure to appear. Find out more about these incidents and the individuals involved.

Jack Beckett
Jack Beckett· Staff Writer, Mercury Local LLC
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Daily Arrest Report: Farmington, CT – July 9, 2024

Overview of Arrests on July 9, 2024

Yesterday, the Farmington Police Department reported three significant arrests. Each case varied in nature, from extradition arrests to charges of larceny and failure to appear in court. Below is a detailed account of the incidents, including the names and charges of the individuals involved.

Extradition Arrest on South Road

Name: Darien Craig Small
Age: 64
Date of Arrest: July 9, 2024, at 11:00 PM
Location: 500 South Road
Charges: Extradition Arrest without Warrant (54-170)
Bond: $250,000 (Surety)
Remarks: Darien Craig Small was arrested in connection with a warrant service. He is currently held on a substantial bond of $250,000 and awaits extradition procedures.

Larceny 5th Degree on South Road

Name: Darien Craig Small
Age: 64
Date of Arrest: July 9, 2024, at 9:21 PM
Location: 500 South Road
Charges: Larceny 5th Degree (53a-125a)
Bond: $750 (Cash)
Remarks: In addition to the extradition arrest, Small was apprehended earlier for larceny. This marks a notable instance where an individual faced multiple charges on the same day.

Failure to Appear on New Britain Avenue

Name: Mitzi Darlene Nichols
Age: 47
Date of Arrest: July 9, 2024, at 8:12 AM
Location: 319 New Britain Avenue
Charges: Failure to Appear 2nd Degree (53a-173)
Bond: $8,000 (Surety)
Remarks: Nichols was arrested on a re-arrest warrant for failing to appear in court. She has since posted bond and awaits her next court date scheduled for July 17, 2024.

Implications and Community Safety

These arrests underscore the Farmington Police Department’s dedication to maintaining public safety and ensuring that justice is served. The high bonds set in these cases reflect the serious nature of the offenses and the importance of compliance with legal proceedings.

A Note of Appreciation

We would like to extend our gratitude to Farmington Storage, located at 155 Scott Swamp Road, for their unwavering support of our community initiatives. For storage solutions, contact Farmington Storage at 860.777.4001.

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Jack Beckett
Jack Beckett

Staff Writer, Mercury Local LLC

Staff writer for Mercury Local covering government, elections, public safety, and development across multiple publications. Beckett has filed more than 600 stories on local policy, crime, zoning, and civic accountability in Connecticut and the Carolinas.

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