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Update (10/3/24, 7:00 PM):
The barricaded suspect at 43 Central Ave was safely taken into police custody without any injuries. The incident remains under investigation.
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10/3/24, 4:50 PM : WPD is investigating a barricaded suspect at 43 Central Ave. Heavy police presence. Please avoid the area. Updates to follow. Thank you for your cooperation.
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On August 1, 2024, at 2:20 PM, WPD officers responded to 495 Union St (Brass Mill Center Mall) regarding anonymous bomb threat. Upon further investigation, WPD determined the threat to be non-credible, and there was no danger present. The mall remains open for normal activities.
🚨 Attention Waterbury residents! 🚨 Please use caution when traveling in the area of Farmwood Rd and Lakewood Park. 🦢 Geese are crossing to and from the water reservoir, so let's ensure their safety by slowing down and watching out for them. Drive safely! #WaterburyPD #Safety
WPD is aware of recent reports of an earthquake that occurred just earlier this morning in Lebanon, NJ. Effects of the earthquake were felt in Waterbury, CT and other locations in CT.
At this time there have been no reports of any injuries or damage as a result of the incident.
WPD is holding an active shooter training exercise this morning (3-23-24) from 8 AM to 12 PM at Wilby High School (568 Bucks Hill Rd). Bucks Hill Road between Bosse Rd and Chipper Rd will be closed during the event (local thru traffic permitted). This exercise is closed to public
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🚨 Attention Waterbury Residents 🚨
Expect road closures and detours in the South End this Saturday, March 2nd, 2024, for the annual Saint Patrick’s Day parade.
Main areas affected: Sylvan Ave, Baldwin St, and Edgewood Ave.Roads close at 12:45 PM; parade kicks off at 1 PM.
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🚨 Community Advisory 🚨: Attention Waterbury residents! ⚠️ Severe weather alert – strong winds/heavy rain is expected throughout this morning. Please use caution when traveling. #WaterburySafety #WeatherAlert 🌧️💨
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Are you looking to join the ranks of WPD? The Waterbury Police Department is now hiring Entry Level and Certified Officers (Lateral Transfers).
Apply today at apply.wtbypd.org/ #waterburypd #waterburyct #ctjobs 🚔🚔
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Fall 2023, Gun Buyback Event! Waterbury PD will be participating in this annual statewide gun buyback event.
This important community safety initiative is a great opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted firearms from your home and receive a gift card!
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Waterbury Police retweeted
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is working with different Waterbury groups and agencies to educate young people about the dangers of drug use.
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WPD is NOW hiring ENTRY LEVEL and CERTIFIED (Lateral Transfers) Police Officers! Apply today at: wtbypd.org/contact-us/career…
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WPD Roadway Travel Advisory (9-13-23 at 9:45 AM). Please use caution traveling today due to flash flooding. The following areas/locations are impassable due to flooding at this time: Thomaston Ave at Homer ST, Watertown Ave at Robbins ST & Rt. 73 at East Aurora ST.
