CT Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection

08/12/2026

Today, we are remembering Nancy Wyman, a friend to public safety and a leader for all of Connecticut.

Commissioner Ronnell Higgins: "The Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection mourns the passing of former Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman. During her decades of public service, she stood for accountability, fiscal responsibility, and equality. At DESPP, we will remember Nancy Wyman for her support for law enforcement, veterans, and all first responders in the state. We are grateful for her spirit, positive outlook, and belief in the state of Connecticut."

CSP Col. Daniel Loughman: “On behalf of the Connecticut State Police, I offer our deepest condolences to the Wyman family. Throughout her decades of service to the people of Connecticut, Nancy demonstrated her strong support to law enforcement. She was a dear friend to the State Police and to our Troopers across our state. Nancy Wyman has left a legacy of public service and dedication that sets the highest standard for others to follow in Connecticut.”

08/12/2026

07/16/2026

CONNECTICUT CRIME ISN'T DOWN: It's way down. Check out the numbers in our latest issue of Crime in Connecticut.
https://portal.ct.gov/despp/-/media/despp-beta/pdf/data/crime-in-ct--q1-2026.pdf?rev=c725d035d56843b68908264f510906bb&hash=D0095512435207AD07054E6C27DC6B03

07/15/2026

JULY 4 STORM DAMAGE UPDATE: The initial damage assessment from the severe storms by DESPP's Connecticut Division Emergency Management & Homeland Security shows that 19 municipalities and the Connecticut Department of Transportation reported $3.02 million in eligible public assistance costs for Litchfield County. This number is short of the necessary threshold of $6.9 million that is required to apply for a federal major disaster declaration.

Click on this link for information about other potential storm damage assistance for residents recovering from the storms: https://uwc.211ct.org/7-4-2026-storm-assistance/

07/13/2026

JULY 4 STORM DAMAGE UPDATE: The Connecticut Division Emergency Management & Homeland Security and DESPP leadership briefed municipal officials Monday morning on recovery efforts following the storms during the weekend of July 4. DESPP Commissioner Ronnell Higgins, DEMHS Director of Emergency Management William Turner, DEMHS Region 5 Emergency Coordinator Christopher Bernier, state Sen. Henri Martin, state Rep. Maria Horn, state Rep. Karen Reddington-Hughes, and numerous local elected leaders were on the call. Representatives from the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and the Connecticut Insurance Department also spoke on the call. Based on data collected from municipalities so far, the extent of damage is not yet coming close to being eligible for federal assistance.

07/10/2026

BEST LOOKING CRUISER: The Connecticut State Police are in the running for the 13th annual national "Best Looking Cruiser" contest, but voting closes at noon on July 13. The winner of the friendly competition will be featured on the cover of the "America's Best Looking Trooper Cruiser 2027 Wall Calendar."

All proceeds from sales will benefit the American Association of State Troopers Foundation, which provides educational scholarships to dependents of member troopers.

To cast your vote in the “2026 Best Looking Cruiser Contest” you can access the website link through CSP Facebook and Instagram pages and through or simply clicking this link: cspnews.org/vote

07/07/2026

WONDERING ABOUT CRIME IN YOUR TOWN? DESPP's Crimes Analysis Unit has the numbers for the last seven years. Look up the accurate data for your town or city, or any community in Connecticut.
https://portal.ct.gov/despp/division-of-state-police/crimes-analysis-unit/crimes-analysis-unit/annual-reports/crime-overview-by-town?language=en_US

06/18/2026

06/09/2026

A SAFER CONNECTICUT: Office of Governor Ned Lamont announces more money for nonprofit security grants.

06/08/2026

Gov. Ned Lamont signs new revisions to Connecticut's hate crime laws. Listen to DESPP Commissioner Ronnell Higgins: