Shelton Police report recruitment struggles, wellness programs and push for camera policy clarity Police briefed council on staffing shortages and wellness initiatives, expected reaccreditation and private requests to deploy Flock cameras; staff flagged State Bill 6002 as likely to clarify retention and disclosure rules for camera data.

Shelton police are facing recruitment challenges while launching new wellness initiatives and preparing for critical accreditation—what's their plan moving forward?

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Shelton police report: two homicides, jump in child exploitation cases and staffing shortfalls Shelton Police Chief Kosta reported two homicides in 2025 (one adjudicated, one pending), an increase in child exploitation cases after joining the ICAC task force, reduced calls-for-service and staffing below budgeted levels.

Shelton Police Chief Kosta reveals a troubling rise in homicides and child exploitation cases, highlighting the urgent need for community awareness and action.

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