Healthcare Workers Rally and a CT State police Scam Alert

March 13, 2025

On Tuesday, healthcare workers rallied outside the Legislative Office Building to mark five years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.  

 
The gathering was not only to honor the caregivers we lost during the pandemic but also to raise awareness to the ongoing fight for fair wages, safe staffing levels, and the respect that frontline workers and their patients deserve. 
 
 
Scam Alert
The Central District Major Crime (CDMC) Headquarters is warning the public of a scam where male callers claim to be members of the Connecticut State Police (CSP) or the U.S. Marshal Services.
 
The scammers, who speak with a thick accent, tell the victims they are under investigation for “money laundering” and request personal information over the phone. The calls appear to be coming from 860-706-5652, which is the CDMC main landline. However, these calls are NOT made by CDMC.
 
Troopers and Law Enforcement Agencies will never ask for money or personal information over the phone.  If you receive a call that claims to be from the police or any other government agency, DO NOT provide any personal information. Hang up immediately and verify the call by contacting the organization directly using an official phone number. If the call seems suspicious, report it immediately by calling 911.
 
 
National K-9 Veterans Day
March 13, 1942 marks the official birthday of the U.S Army K-9 Corps! To honor the service and sacrifice of U.S. Military Working Dogs, March 13th is now recognized as National K-9 Veterans Day.  

Special shout-out to K-9 Bocci of the Connecticut State Capitol Police Department K-9 Unit, who keeps us safe in the State Capitol and Legislative Office Building.  K-9 Bocci entered the Connecticut State Capitol Police K-9 Unit in 2022. 

You can follow Bocci on Instagram @k9_bocci_ctcapitolpolice.

Click here to read more about the CT State Capitol Police K-9 unit.