Coventry, CT Police Department

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

After a recent jury trial in Rockville Superior Court, Melissa Page, age 44 of Willington, was convicted for the third time for Operating Under the Influence. The arrest was the result of a motor vehicle crash into an occupied home on Lakeview Drive on December 28, 2024. The vehicle, a 2006 Honda Pilot, struck the occupied home, however no injuries were reported.

Page was given field sobriety tests at the scene and taken into custody. Page was also charged with Reckless Driving and Unsafe Backing during the incident. Coventry Police Officers testified in the case over the course of two days which resulted in the conviction. Sentencing is scheduled for July 24, 2026.

06/01/2026

We'd like to thank Meghan from .stetson who stopped by today with two bags of sourdough loaves for the department. Thank you Meghan! We appreciate you thinking of us.

05/26/2026

Coventry Public Schools hosted its Annual Spring School Safety Forum on Tuesday, May 19 at Coventry High School, bringing together families, staff, and community members for an important conversation about school safety across the district.

Superintendent Petrone welcomed attendees and introduced District Security Specialist Ted Opdenbrouw and Coventry Police Department Liaison Officer Nathan Stebbins, who shared updates on current safety practices and ongoing efforts to strengthen school security.

The forum highlighted the strong partnership between Coventry Public Schools and the Coventry Police Department, with a continued focus on proactive, preventative approaches that support safe and welcoming learning environments for all students and staff.

Thank you to everyone who attended in person and virtually and participated in the discussion. Coventry Public Schools remains committed to fostering safe, secure, and supportive schools for every student.

05/25/2026

American Legion Post 52 has announced that today's Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade scheduled to begin on Memorial Green at 10:00 AM have been cancelled due to rain.

Pre-parade breakfasts organized by the Lions Club of Coventry, Connecticut and The Bidwell Tavern and Cafe are still on - drop by and support them if you are able.

05/19/2026

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05/06/2026

We extend our sincere condolences to our brothers and sisters of the Massachusetts State Police after the tragic loss of MSP Trooper Kevin Trainor who was killed by a wrong way driver. Our thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Trainor's family, friends, and the MSP during this difficult time.

The Massachusetts State Police announce the line-of-duty death of Trooper Kevin Trainor, 30, who was senselessly killed this morning by a wrong-way driver.

At the conclusion of his public safety detail shortly before 2 a.m., Trooper Trainor began his commute home. Minutes later, 911 received a call reporting a wrong-way driver traveling South on Route 1 North in Lynnfield. Several dedicated Troopers converged on the area and located the vehicle traveling the wrong way at 2:03 a.m. One minute later, at 2:04 a.m., the vehicle collided with Trooper Trainor’s cruiser.

While nothing will ever repair the pain we feel today, we make a solemn promise to never forget Trooper Trainor and his service to the Commonwealth. Kevin served as a Corrections Officer in Essex County before joining the State Police as a member of the 88th Recruit Training Troop. In his decorated career, he mentored new Troopers as a Field Training Officer or “Trooper Coach,” earned a place on the prestigious Troop Community Action Team, set the standard for professionalism, and patrolled our roads with a singular focus: keeping the people of this Commonwealth safe.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Trooper Trainor’s classmates have shared stories of his genuine care and concern for others. As one person put it, “he was the guy you wanted as your backup.”

Colonel Noble said in his remarks this afternoon, “Make no mistake: Trooper Trainor saved lives this morning. His courage – his commitment to serve the citizens of the Commonwealth and put his life on the line – prevented an even greater tragedy. He will be remembered as a hero.”

We deeply appreciate the outpouring of support from our Governor, the Secretary of Public Safety, and friends in Massachusetts and across the country. We will remember and honor this extraordinary man, son, fiancée, and friend who gave his life for others.

05/01/2026

On 4/27/26 Coventry resident Elizabeth Bauch and her son came to CPD to provide training to officers on the blue envelope developed to enhance communication between police officers and drivers with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She also discussed the yellow and green envelopes in use for those with disabilities or the hearing impaired. Thank you for this valuable training!

All envelopes are available at all CT DMV locations. We currently have the green and blue envelopes in the police department lobby. The yellow envelopes, the State's newest, are still being shipped.

04/29/2026

On 4/29/26, the Coventry Police arrested Minh Han, age 52, of 310 South River Road, on the strength of an arrest warrant. The investigation began when Coventry Police received a complaint that prostitution was possibly occurring at the above address. The investigation revealed evidence that Han was advertising and providing massage services for a fee although he does not hold a massage therapist license through the CT Department of Public Health. Further investigation provided probable cause to believe that Han was engaging in acts of prostitution regarding the massage therapy services he provided in return for a fee. Details of the services he provided were obtained from conversations in an online chatroom involving Han and other individuals, along with photos.

Han was charged with Prostitution and Practice of Massage Therapy without a License. He was released on a $10,000 non-surety bond and given a court date of 5/12/26 at Superior Court in Rockville.

Charges:

53a-82, Prostitution
20-206b(a), Practice of Massage Therapy without a License