UPDATE: CAPTURED Shelton Police warn public of armed and dangerous suspect

FROM SHELTON POLICE: The suspect is now in custody. Thank you to everyone for your assistance and support. 

Mason L. Payne

BOLO ALERT – Armed & Dangerous Suspect

Shelton Police Department is sharing information from Vermont and Massachusetts authorities regarding a fleeing suspect who may have traveled into Connecticut and possibly in the New Haven County / Fairfield County area.

Suspect: Mason L. Payne, 23

Vehicle: Older black Audi sedan, possibly with temporary Vermont plates.

Incident Summary:

• On Tuesday around 5 p.m., Vermont State Police responded to a domestic assault in Dover, VT involving a weapon.

• Later that evening around 10 p.m., Payne was stopped by a Massachusetts State Trooper on I-91 in Holyoke. During the stop, Payne dragged the trooper several feet with his vehicle before fleeing.

• The pursuit was terminated for safety reasons.

Status (WANTED): Payne is considered armed and dangerous and has made threats to harm Law Enforcement Officers.

Action: If you see Payne or the suspect vehicle, do not approach. Call 9-1-1 immediately and provide as many details as possible.

Officer safety is paramount, Stay alert.

This is shared from the Shelton Police Department Facebook page.

Griffin Health, Safe Kids share back to school safety tips

School bells are ringing, and it’s time to get back into the swing of things! 

As your kids head out the door, Griffin Health and Safe Kids Greater Naugatuck Valley offer these simple reminders to help keep them safe:

Crosswalk Caution: Remind kids to look both ways before crossing the street—and always use crosswalks or school patrols.

Backpack Check: Keep backpacks light and properly fitted to avoid strain and injury.

Bus Safety: Teach children to wait safely away from the curb and to follow the driver’s instructions at all times.

Limit Distractions: No texting while walking! Teach kids to keep their heads up and phones down, especially near traffic.

Stranger Awareness: Practice safe boundaries and have a plan if someone unfamiliar approaches.

Let’s make this school year a safe, strong start for every student! 

Find more back to school safety tips, visit https://www.nsc.org/.../school-safety/school-safety-home.

Shared from Griffin Hospital's Facebook page.

Save the date: Seymour Pink Day Oct. 15 this year

Seymour Pink Day will be on Wednesday, Oct. 15 this year.
Join us for a day of community, hope, and unwavering support as we celebrate Seymour Pink Day! This is our community's special day to go all-in for the fight against breast cancer.

Whether you're a local business decorating your storefront, a student wearing your official Seymour Pink Day T-shirt, or a family covering your home with pink ribbons, your participation sends a powerful message of solidarity. 

It's a day when our entire community unites to honor survivors, remember those we've lost, and stand strong with those currently fighting.

Shared from the Seymour Pink Facebook page.