October 27, 2025
For Immediate Release
Contact: Chief Erik Costa, 860-638-4100

News Release - River Incident October 27, 2025

On October 27, 2025 at approximately 10:00am, the Middletown Police responded to Harbor Park to check on the wellbeing of a male by edge of the Connecticut River. During their approach, officers observed the male intentionally jump into the river. Middletown Fire personnel were called to conduct a water rescue. The male was located by fire personnel a short time later but tragically he was pronounced deceased on scene.

This is an active investigation and the male’s name is not being released at this time. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Middletown Police at 860-638-4000.