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Mother charged with murder after drowning her infant son in Connecticut

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Mother charged with murder after drowning her infant son in Connecticut

WASHINGTON, CT — A Connecticut woman has been charged with murder after her 1-month-old son was found drowned. Sadie Fleming, 27, is accused of killing her son, Hudson Fleming, in June. A Silver Alert was issued for the mother and child when they went missing.

An unnamed woman living with Fleming said she last saw Fleming and Hudson around midnight on June 8. The woman informed police that Fleming exhibited troubling symptoms the previous night, including paranoia.

According to the arrest warrant, police were alerted when a witness reported seeing someone resembling Fleming walking alone in a neighborhood. State troopers located Fleming on Blackville Road, where she was wet and appeared disoriented, questioning her about her baby, to which she responded, “What baby?”

As authorities searched for Hudson, his body was discovered in a small body of water, alongside an infant carrier and a vape pen. An autopsy confirmed the cause of death as drowning.

While at the hospital, Fleming divulged details about her mental state, telling officers she had hidden in a closet with Hudson due to her belief that “people were after her.” Her comments included feelings of paranoia related to “Illuminati people.”

Fleming’s mental health history was indicated in police reports, noting she sought medical help for paranoia shortly before the incident. Following the autopsy’s verdict of homicide, police obtained an arrest warrant.

Fleming was arrested on Wednesday and appeared in court the same day. She faces charges of murder and risk of injury to a child, with her bond set at $5 million. Her next court date is scheduled for November 7.

A mother’s love turned tragic as a life is lost in a drowning incident.

Westover home goes up in flames in early morning fire

Firefighters battle Westover blaze, contain damage to home

STAMFORD, CT – Firefighters here responded to a structure fire at 162 Skyview Drive in the Westover neighborhood on Thursday morning. The call came in at 8:53 AM.

Engine 9 arrived on scene in under three minutes and found heavy flames coming from the front door of the single-family residence. Firefighters began extinguishing the fire on the first floor while others addressed flames that had spread to the second floor.

Additional firefighters focused on providing ventilation to the roof, allowing smoke and heat to escape from the attic. All occupants of the home had evacuated prior to the Fire Department’s arrival, with no injuries reported among residents or personnel.

The fire was deemed under control by 9:34 AM, but firefighters remained on the scene for an hour to conduct an overhaul and monitor for any remaining hot spots. The home sustained significant damage from fire and smoke, necessitating the relocation of its occupants.

A total of approximately 40 personnel, including five Engine Companies, one Truck Company, and one Heavy Rescue Company, responded to the incident. Support was also provided by the Stamford Police Department and Stamford Emergency Medical Services.

An investigation into the cause and origin of the fire has been initiated by the Stamford Fire Marshal’s Office.

The early morning fire raised immediate concerns for the safety of residents but was contained swiftly, preventing further disaster.

Mother, boyfriend charged in 12-year-old girl’s death after hiding body for a year

Mother, boyfriend charged in 12-year-old girl’s death after hiding body for a year

NEW BRITAIN, Conn. — Karla Garcia, 29, has been charged with murdering her 12-year-old daughter, Jacqueline “Mimi” Torres, along with her boyfriend Jonatan Nanita. Local police announced the allegations on Monday night after Torres’ remains were discovered in a container outside an abandoned house.

Torres reportedly suffered prolonged abuse and malnourishment prior to her death. Authorities suspect that she was killed in the fall and that her body was hidden in the family’s basement before being moved after the family relocated to New Britain in March.

“This is one of the worst cases that we’ve had,” said Farmington Police Chief Paul Melanson during a press conference. He stated that the girl’s body was found after police received a tip about suspicious activity at a known abandoned property.

“A caller reported suspicious activity at a known abandoned house,” said New Britain Mayor Erin E. Stewart. Officers discovered the container behind the vacant house, where Torres’ body was found in an advanced state of decomposition.

Authorities believe Nanita was seen dropping off the storage bin containing the remains. Garcia and her sister, Jackelyn Garcia, 28, were arrested on Sunday night, while Nanita was taken into custody on Monday.

Karla Garcia faces multiple charges, including murder and child cruelty, while Nanita faces murder charges along with conspiracy. Jackelyn Garcia is accused of risk of injury to a child and child cruelty.

Torres’ father, Victor Torres, was unaware of her disappearance until January, a significant time after her suspected death. “Our detectives have worked tirelessly to uncover the truth and to bring justice for Jacqueline,” Melanson stated at the press briefing.

Authorities are awaiting the results of the autopsy to determine the cause and manner of Torres’ death. Karla Garcia is being held on a $5 million bond. Jackelyn Garcia is held on a $1 million bond, while Nanita’s court date has not been announced.

This tragic case signals a disturbing end for a young girl whose reality remained hidden from the world.

Firefighters Battle Blaze at Stamford High-Rise

Firefighters Battle Blaze at Stamford High-Rise

STAMFORD, CT—Fire broke out in a downtown Stamford apartment building at 444 Bedford Street on Tuesday night. Stamford firefighters were dispatched at 11:41 p.m. and arrived on the scene in under three minutes to find smoke and fire visible from the building’s top floor.

Engine 1 and Truck 1 from Central Fire Headquarters, along with a Stamford Public Safety drone unit, provided valuable video footage to the Combined Emergency Communications Center. The Shift Commander escalated the situation to a second alarm, mobilizing more fire units to the scene.

In total, 5 Engine Companies, 3 Truck Companies, and 1 Heavy Rescue Company, along with two Deputy Chiefs, responded. With 40 fire department personnel engaged, the fire was brought under control in 25 minutes, with the majority of the damage contained to its origin area.

Firefighters remained for an additional hour, assisting the Stamford Fire Marshal’s Office in their ongoing investigation. Support was also provided by Stamford Emergency Medical Services, Training, and Mechanical Divisions.

No injuries were reported among firefighters or residents. Deputy Chief Matt Palmer noted, “Due to the time of day and location of this fire, the immediate efforts of Stamford firefighters prevented any injuries to the residents of this building.”

Swift action by Stamford firefighters prevented a potentially devastating scenario.