CT Cold Case Arrests & Active Manhunts
Key Questions
Who was arrested in the 1986 Virginia Beach murder case?
Charles Berry, 66, of Newington, Connecticut, was arrested for the 1986 Virginia Beach murder through DNA evidence. He appeared in New Britain court.
What is the status of the Middletown shooting suspect search?
Police continue to search for an armed shooting suspect near Smith Street in Middletown. The manhunt for the possibly armed individual is ongoing.
Where did the Middletown manhunt begin?
The search started after a shooting in Middletown, with police issuing alerts for a possibly armed suspect. Efforts extended into the following morning.
How are cold case arrests being made in Connecticut?
DNA technology enabled the arrest of Charles Berry in a decades-old Virginia Beach murder. This highlights ongoing efforts to resolve cold cases across state lines.
Are there active manhunts elsewhere in Connecticut?
Yes, the Middletown armed shooting suspect remains at large following the incident. Authorities are actively pursuing leads in the area.
Charles Berry, 66 (Newington) arrested for 1986 Virginia Beach murder via DNA; New Britain court. Middletown armed shooting suspect manhunt ongoing.