"As Nathan Brutcher stepped out, gunfire erupted, Devlin said. Technical Discussion: A couple of mild days before more precip to end the work week! "This loss is beyond words," the district said in a statement. Authorities investigating the shooting of the three officers have not released any information about a potential motive for the shooting, beyond saying the 911 call may have been a hoax to lure the officers to the home. The shooting happened before 11 p.m. Wednesday with a neighbor describing the scene was "like a warzone. The dramatic police video includes the sound of bullets flying and a woman hysterically screaming in the background while police Officer Alec Iurato, who is already wounded by cop-killer Nicholas Brutcher, limps around the side of the attackers Redstone Hill home, gun in hand, as he radios for backup. "Words cannot express the sadness and grief that brings me before you this morning," said Police Chief Brian Gould at a press conference Thursday morning. He had a smile that the chief of police, he told me, I will never forget that smile on his face.'". A procession of law enforcement officers will escort the two officers from Bristol Hospital to the state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Farmington. Officer Alec Iurato, 26, was hired in 2018 and assigned to the patrol division. "A tragedy like this reminds us that we need to ensure the safety of our police officers as much as we need to protect the residents they serve.". He also had his wages garnished this past year after two separate credit agencies said he owed them more than $8,000. Investigation into deadly Bristol police shooting continues, Investigation into deadly police shooting continues. The legal case against NSC-131, a white supremacist group active in New England, is scheduled for preliminary arguments Wednesday. DeMonte, Hamzy and Iurato had responded to a 911 call for a domestic dispute at 310 Redstone Hill Road where Nicholas Brutcher lived, Devlin said in the report. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Iurato then fires a single shot, striking and killing Brutcher outside the house. Dustin Demonte, 35, and Officer Alex Hamzy, 34, were ambushed responding to a residence on Redstone Hill Road shortly before 11 p.m., state police said The Bristol Police Department has released details on ways the public can help the families of the fallen officers. We were told that information is confidential under state law. As for the AR-15 sources say he had, Connecticut has an assault weapons ban that went into effect in 2013. Alex Hamzy, 34, were identified as the two officers killed in the shooting, according to Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould at a press conference Thursday morning. "I know Sgt. We will continue to pray for them all," Martin said. Iurato was released from a hospital Thursday morning. U.S. Attorney Vanessa Roberts Avery also noted the perils of working as a police officer in a statement Thursday, offering her support and that of the federal government. Ned Lamont has referenced a semiautomatic rifle being used in the ambush, describing the weapons as "cop-killers," authorities have not responded to questions about the type of gun used in the incident. He said he was told he was the first EMS member on scene when Newington Officer Peter Lavery was shot and killed after responding to a domestic violence call in 2004. Heres what we know about the deadly shooting, as well as whats happened since and how the public can help: Bristol police received a 911 call around 10:30 p.m. Oct. 12 regarding a possible domestic violence incident between two siblings at 310 Redstone Hill Road. "Two children will grow up with only memories, while their youngest sibling was robbed of the opportunity to be held by their dad. Great personality funny sense of humor just someone u always wanted to be around. State police said Bristol police responded to a 911 call involving a domestic incident between two siblings at 310 Redstone Hill Road around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday. He was kicked out of the local haunt, then went home and got into an altercation with his brother, NBC Connecticut previously reported. The Bristol Police Union has set up a Bristol Police Heroes Fund with Thomaston Savings Bank. State police said Nicholas Brutcher was shot and pronounced dead at the scene. "You get the bad rap for some of the things that happen in this world for first responders, some of the cops and everything, but watching this, it just restores your faith in humanity, and it makes everything feel good.". One suspect was killed and his brother was wounded in the gunfire on Redstone Hill Road, officials said. Sources tell Eyewitness News there was a disturbance at Bleachers Bar that night that resulted in police encountering Nicholas Brutcher, and thats what may have preceded the shooting. Hundreds of people congregated near the Bristol Police Station, 131 North Main St., Thursday evening at a second vigil for slain Bristol Sgt. "We send our condolences to their families & loved ones," the Yankees wrote on Twitter. Chilling bodycam footage captures the moment a wounded Bristol cop shoots dead the crazed Connecticut man who gunned down two other officers. Some dozens of shots were fired over the course of two minutes as the Bristol officers were slain Wednesday night, according to security video obtained by Hearst Connecticut Media. It really surprised me, and now I have to worry for my family too, said Marilyn Smart of Bristol. Hamzy was assigned to the Central Region Emergency Response Team and also served as an advisor for the Bristol Police Explorer Cadet Program. Our office and our federal agency partners will support the Bristol Police and Connecticut State Police in any way we can," Avery said. pic.twitter.com/C0ANBk2Y0q. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation, a nonprofit founded in the wake of 9/11 to support fallen first responders and their families, announced Thursday that it would pay off the mortgage on the home of Sgt. Philip DeMonte, brother of Dustin, shared a statement with FOX61 Thursday evening, saying: "He was a great man husband father and most of all brother. I spoke with the family today, and assured them they will be able to stay in the home where they have made so many memories, said Tunnel to Towers Chairman and CEO Frank Siller in a news release. Police have not revealed a motive for the senseless slaughter. We ask your thoughts and prayers be with the families, the officer and all those impacted. "When officers arrived they were immediately met with the suspect outside of 310 Redstone Hill Rd. Our hearts are with all who serve as we mourn the loss of these heroes., In a statement, Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski extended thoughts and prayers to "the surviving officer, the families and loved ones of all three officers, the Bristol Police Department, and law enforcement across our state on this horrible tragedy. Despite being wounded, Officer Alec Iurato shot and killed Nicholas Brutcher. His death was classified as a homicide. You just cant take any day for granted, Dube said. WebNBC Connecticut. State officials report 250 people hospitalized, a decrease of 39 people over the last seven days. Alex Hamzy were killed Oct. 12 in an apparent ambush. While wounded, Iurato managed to make it around the home and took cover behind a police cruiser as more gunshots can be heard in the portion of his body-cam video released with Devlin's findings. At a vigil on Oct. 13, at Bristol Eastern High School, Police Chief Brian Gould said the department will get through the tragedy as a family. In a statement, Westport police said the department "extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow officers of the two brave Bristol police officers who gave their lives in service to their community.". "Wednesday night was shattering for the Bristol Police," said Col. Stavros Mellekas, the commanding officer of the State Police. Shots fired, shots fired, Iurato is heard telling the dispatcher. State police said the man who opened fire was shot and pronounced dead at the scene. Weve also asked police for information about their history with the Brutchers. Web131 North Main Street Bristol, CT 06010 Phone: 860-584-3011 Crime Watch E-mail Anonymous Tips Line: (860) 585-TIPS (8477) Although we have some answers about what happened last Wednesday night, there are still more questions. She at first didn't know if someone was knocking on her door, but realized it was gunfire, she said. Iurato also serves on the Central Region Emergency Response Team. The Bristol Board of Education and the The Bristol Police Department announced a vigil for DeMonte and Hamzy on Thursday at Bristol Eastern High School, 632 King St. Nate Brutcher was shot and is in the hospital. RELATED: First responders, police, officials offer condolences and support after 2 Bristol officers killed in the line of duty. Christine Jeltema. A scholarship has been created in honor of two Bristol police officers who were shot and killed while on duty last October. It was so intense that he could smell gunpowder in the air, he said. UPDATE: 3 officers were shot in Bristol OIS. Gov. He called the shooting a senseless tragedy.. Dustin DeMonte's coffin to the North Haven Funeral Home. We want to hear from you! By, Corporate Support: Advertising & Sponsorship. 'Complex' Bristol police shooting probe stalls release of documents and 911 call in deadly ambush. In a statement, U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., said the slayings were "a senseless tragedy," saying his thoughts were with the officers' loved ones and Bristol police. He and his wife were expecting their third child, Gould said. I spoke with the family today, and assured them they will be able to stay in the home where they have made so many memories.". listeners, viewers, and readers like you who value fact-based journalism and trustworthy information. Authorities said they were still working to answer many questions that remained about the confrontation. A procession arrived at Throughout the day, a memorial grew outside the department, where flowers and balloons were placed on top of a police car. ", "It was horrible," said Robyn Lauzon who lives around the corner on Birch Road. More than 20 bullet holes can be seen in the garage of a Redstone Hill Road home in Bristol where authorities say Nicholas Brutcher, 35, fired more than 80 rounds in a deadly police ambush on Oct. 12. Bristol Police Chief Brian Gould said the two officers shot and killed are: Sgt. 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It was actually scary [because] we don't get this. State police confirm two of the officers have died in the shooting, while a third was seriously wounded. Two of them were killed, state police confirmed on Thursday morning. Gould said DeMonte, who earned a bachelors degree in criminology from Central Connecticut State University, was very focused on his career and furthering his career and education. He and his wife were expecting their third child, Gould said. Iurato, 26, joined the Bristol department in 2018 and has a bachelors degree in government, law and national security, the chief said. Officers line Redstone Hill Road near where two officers were killed Thursday night in Bristol. The family, Philip DeMonte said, is devastated. The outpouring of love, support and prayers from so many is deeply appreciated, Hamzy's family said in a statement. Investigators are interviewing neighbors, employers, witnesses and family members while also gathering all evidence connected with the shooting, she said. ", This is a devastating reminder of the dangers that police officers face every day to protect our families and neighbors from all kinds of situations.These officers are heroes and will always be remembered for the honorable service they provided to their town and state. Eric joined Connecticut Public in 2022 from KERA, the NPR/PBS member station in Dallas-Fort Worth. As he did, thats when gunfire erupted. DeMonteis survived by wife and two kids and was expecting a third child, authorities said. All of Connecticut should pause to support and remember these brave officers and their families.. A suspect was also fatally shot. WebPolice responded to a shooting scene in the area of Camp Street and Songbird Lane in Farmington on the Bristol line. "I heard the neighbor over there screaming and saying 'what are you doing you killed them, do you know that,'" said another neighbor Norberto Rodriguez. Throughout his career, Demonte received several awards including the Silver Star, Officer of the Month, and in 2019 was a co-recipient of Officer of the Year. This story has been shared 106,031 times. WebCNN Two highly respected police officers were killed Wednesday night and a third seriously wounded when a suspect fired over 80 rounds at them while they were The cold-blooded killing came just hours after Nicholas Brutcher came into contact with officers at a sports bar. Southington: Adventure Awaits! "We were there for 18 hours that day, just waiting to see what was going to happen . Just that time that was going by, it just brought back all those memories of standing there wondering and worrying, you know, 'Are they alive? 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