State police charge juvenile in Tolland street takeover

A juvenile has been charged in connection to a street takeover in Tolland last month, state police said.

The juvenile, whose identity has not been released due to their age, was arrested on June 6 and charged with inciting a riot in the second-degree, first-degree unlawful restraint and third-degree criminal mischief, in connection with a street racing takeover event in Tolland on May 21, according to Connecticut State Police.

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State police on Monday announced that they charged three people connected with takeovers that took place over the weekend and said have launched the final phase of a months-long investigation into the street racing and takeover events throughout Connecticut.

The Connecticut Senate also voted to create a special task force to generate recommendations for deterring takeovers that have become a growing problem in multiple towns, including Tolland, Wethersfield, Simsbury and Bristol.

A statewide tip line and website have been set up for the so-called street takeovers happening throughout the state. Connecticut residents can call 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit fbi.gov/cttakeovertips to submit photos, videos or information anonymously, state police said.

Police are advising Connecticut residents to turn around, seek an alternate route and call 911 if they come across a takeover event.