Early in 2026, members of the Statewide Narcotics Task Force (SNTF) became aware of an individual suspected of the illegal sale of narcotics and/or controlled substances in the Waterbury area. Based upon this information, Task Force members initiated an investigation which included multiple controlled purchases of cocaine from an individual subsequently identified as Corey Jones, DOB 07/04/1986. Based upon the information obtained and observations made during this months-long

This investigation is ongoing. Anyone who witnessed, has information related to, or has dash camera footage of this collision is asked to contact Connecticut State Police Troop H - Hartford, at (860)534-1000, or TFC Durant #726 via Email at Joshua.Durant@ct.gov

On 08/26/2026, at approximately 8:43 a.m., a Trooper traveling southbound on Route 8, prior to Exit 34, in Watertown, observed a motorcycle approaching their cruiser at an apparent high rate of speed. The motorcycle operator then continued past the trooper and was observed weaving in and out of traffic, utilizing both lanes as well as the right shoulder as it continued traveling southbound. Recognizing that the motorcycle’s high rate of speed posed a substantial risk to its