BERKE IN THE News
Mother of teen killed in Shelton hit-and-run crash wants Bethel cop, brother 'held accountable'
Berke, who represents Carlos Beamonte, has declined to comment on the case. ... Carlos Beamonte, right, accused of manslaughter
Man broke into home and killed Bridgeport firefighter in jealous rage, warrant says
Bush's attorney, Robert Berke, objected, citing a state Supreme Court decision from last July that narrowed the application of the law. ... Jabari Bush, right, during an arraignment at state Superior Court in Bridgeport March 30, 2026, with his attorney ...
Bridgeport detective retires after Shelton closes investigation with no charges
Bridgeport-based attorney Robert Berke said he represents the individual who filed the complaints against Davila with both Bridgeport and Shelton. Berke said he would not go into any details but said he was aware of Davila’s retirement and ...
Mistaken identity led to Bridgeport woman's false arrest on warrant for someone else, lawsuit says
Mojica's attorney, Robert Berke, declined to comment on the lawsuit, as did Bridgeport City Attorney Tyisha Toms.
Case continued for West Haven man charged with killing Bridgeport firefighter
Murphy at the Bridgeport Judicial District Courthouse, Bush's attorney, Robert Berke, asked that the anticipated argument regarding his client's bond not go forward Wednesday. ... In court papers, Bush's attorney, ...
West Haven man sentenced for fatal Route 67 hit-and-run that killed couple
Given the chance to speak in court Monday, Irigoyen-Flores' lawyer, Robert Berke, cited a rarely invoked state law permitting defendants the opportunity to close ...
Mistaken identity led to Bridgeport woman's false arrest on warrant for someone else, lawsuit says
Mojica's attorney, Robert Berke, declined to comment on the lawsuit, as did Bridgeport City Attorney Tyisha Toms.
Defense lawyer in Bridgeport firefighter's killing says suspect will post reduced bond
But Judge Robert Golger also granted a request from the state that the defendant, 40-year-old Jabari Bush, be required to post 30 percent of the bond in cash — $600,000 — after arguments by Assistant State's Attorney Andres Bermudez Hallstrom and Bush's attorney denied comment.
Veteran Bridgeport cop has threatening, disorderly conduct charges dropped
Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorney Craig Nowak agreed to nolle the case and the judge, on a motion from Quintanilla’s lawyer, Robert Berke, dismissed the charges. ... Berke and Quintanilla declined comment as they left the Golden Hill Street courthouse
West Haven man pleads no contest to double-fatal Seymour hit-and-run
In court Friday, his attorney, Robert Berke, ...
Bridgeport police raided wrong apartment at gunpoint and handcuffed woman's sons, lawsuit says
District Court Dec. 9, 2025 by Vega's lawyer, Robert Berke, says that ...
Jury acquits Stratford man charged after losing 2023 Bridgeport gunfight
"The jury spent over eight hours reaching a verdict in this challenging case," Thomas' lawyer, Robert Berke, said in a statement.
Bridgeport cop had sex with domestic violence victim while on duty in his patrol car, lawsuit says
District Court on the woman's behalf by her attorney, Robert Berke, who declined to comment on the lawsuit.
Mistaken identity led to Bridgeport woman's false arrest: Lawsuit
A Bridgeport woman has filed a federal lawsuit against the city alleging she was falsely arrested and imprisoned briefly while trying to pick up a pistol permit. The 10-page, eight-count lawsuit, filed May 28 by Monica Mojica, lists as defendants the city, Mayor Joseph Ganim, Police Chief Roderick Porter, Sgt. James Geremia, Officer Wally Franco, Dispatcher Dionte Washington and an unknown Derby dispatcher.
SUCCESSFUL LAWSUIT FILED AGAINST THE CONNECTICUT STATE POLICE TO OBTAIN THE RETURN A CONFISCATED GUN PERMIT
United States District Court, District of Connecticut
CTPOST - Retired Cop Sues State Officials to Get His Gun Permit Back
CRIMINAL CHARGES DISMISSED
Derby, CT - GA
John B, a retired police lieutenant, was arrested by the Shelton Police. After two court dates his case was dismissed. Despite the fact that the case was dismissed, as a result of his arrest his pistol permit was revoked. Attorney Berke filed a federal lawsuit against the state police alleging that his pistol permit was illegally revoked and challenged the unlawfulness of the pistol revocation appeals process. John’s pistol permit was reinstated after a few weeks. Attorney Berke filed a 1983 federal civil rights action against the Shelton Police for false arrest. The city settled the civil rights case.
NY man claims Bridgeport court clerks wrongly imprisoned him after bond error
Torres' attorney, Robert Berke, also declined to comment.
NOT GUILTY HOME INVASION, ROBBERY, ASSAULT FIRST DEGREE, FAILURE TO APPEAR FIRST DEGREE
Waterbury, CT - Judicial District
Kevin L. was accused of entering a neighbor’s apartment with force and beating the homeowner with a table and microwave. A jury acquitted of all charges.
ATTEMPTED MURDER
NOT GUILTY
Fairfield, CT, - Judicial District
Bunleut T. was accused of attempted murder in a shooting between rival Cambodian gangs. During the trial, we asked the jury to acquit him of the attempted murder and assault in the first-degree charges and he took responsibility for the possession of the firearm. The jury agreed and acquitted him of all charges except the weapons count.
Lawsuit claims excessive force by Stamford cops responding to trespassing complaint
District Court against officers Nicholas Kuhn, James Smith, Timothy Speer, Jonathan Boiteux and Robert Tighter-Twig. ... Williams’ lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment on the lawsuit.
KMEL DAVIS SHOOTING TRIAL OF TWO VICTIMS
(MURDER AND MANSLAUGHTER)
NOT GUILTY
New Haven, CT - Judicial District
The client was found not guilty of Murder but Guilty of Manslaughter.
NEW HAVEN REGISTER - Man found guilty in 2011 New Haven Shooting Death
NEW HAVEN REGISTER - Defendant Testifies on His Behalf in New Haven Murder Trial
NEW HAVEN REGISTER - At New Haven Murder Trial, Survivor Tells of Scuffle with Gunman
NOT GUILTY
SEXUAL ASSAULT, RISK OF INJURY TO A MINOR
Fairfield, CT - Judicial District
Carlos D. was accused of sexually assaulting a developmentally challenged girl whom he met on the internet. Carlos was acquitted of all charges by a jury.
Bridgeport council members arrested in separate incidents at polling location, police say
Her lawyer in a pending federal lawsuit against the city's housing authority, Robert Berke, declined comment.
NOT GUILTY SEXUAL ASSAULT, RISK OF INJURY TO A FIVE MINORS
Fairfield, CT - Judicial District
Alvin R. Roosevelt Middle School basketball coach was accused of sexually assaulting five students and was charged with 21 felony counts. He faced over 180 years in prison. The jury acquitted him of all charges.
SEXUAL ASSAULT, RISK OF INJURY TO A MINOR
NOT GUILTY
Fairfield, CT - Judicial District
James S. was accused of sexually assaulting his granddaughter. The jury acquitted him of all charges.
Lawsuit: Bridgeport police used excessive force and caused Stratford man to lose consciousness
His lawyer, Robert Berke, declined to comment on the case.
NOT GUILTY
SEXUAL ASSAULT
New Haven, CT - Judicial District
Billy S. was accused of sexually assaulting the minor daughter of his girlfriend and faced 100 years. He was acquitted of all charges after trial before a jury. .
NOT GUILTY
MANSLAUGHTER
Hartford, CT - Judicial District
Conrod D. was found not guilty by a jury. He was accused of committing manslaughter with a machine gun.
NBC CONNECTICUT - Jury Clears Woman Who Had Affair With Teen
NOT GUILTY STATUTORY RAPE AND RISK OF INJURY TO A MINOR
Waterbury, CT - Judicial District
Jaymie B. was accused of having sex with a 14-year-old minor and impairing the minor’s morals by plying him with alcohol and marijuana. She became pregnant and gave birth to the minor’s child. DNA results linked Jaymie B., the 14-year-old minor, and the baby. Facing forty years the jury found Jamie B. not guilty on all counts.
SEXUAL ASSAULT, RISK OF INJURY TO A MINOR
NOT GUILTY
Milford, CT - Judicial District
Jeff B. was accused of sexually assaulting his daughter. The jury acquitted him of all charges.
NOT GUILTY SEXUAL ASSAULT
Fairfield, CT - Judicial District
Brown was charged with sexually assaulting his ex-wife. After a trial before a jury, he was acquitted of all charges.
NOT GUILTY SEXUAL ASSAULT
Fairfield, CT - Judicial District
Edwin G. was accused of sexually assaulting the 4-year-old son of his boyfriend. After a jury trial, he was acquitted of all charges.
Bridgeport settles excessive force lawsuit against fired police officer
Calderas’ lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment on the lawsuit.
DISMISSED POSSESSION OF NARCOTICS WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE
United States District Court, Southern District of Mississippi
After being indicted by a grand jury, M.Y.’s federal narcotics criminal charges were dismissed by stipulation.
Bridgeport woman charged with selling counterfeit handbags gets probation
But Plumey’s lawyer, Robert Berke, argued that his client has no prior criminal record and worked as a broker for Morgan Stanley for 20 years. Berke later declined comment as he and Plumey left the Bridgeport Judicial District Courthouse.
DISMISSED POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO SELL NARCOTICS
Bridgeport, CT - GA
George F. was charged with the possession of several hundred bags of crack cocaine. After an evidentiary hearing, the court ruled that the drugs were illegally seized and granted the request to suppress the drugs.
Stratford man pleads guilty in 2020 home invasion case
Lopes’ lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment as he left the Fairfield County Courthouse.
POSSESSION OF A PISTOL WITHOUT A PERMIT
REDUCED CHARGE AFTER MOTION TO DISMISS AND APPEAL
New Haven, CT - GA
New Haven Cab Driver John Lutters was charged with possession of a pistol without a permit. He was driving his cab when a passenger cut his neck with a knife. Although he did not have a pistol permit, after a motion to dismiss, the trial court Judge Lubbie Harper, Jr, dismissed the charges. (Judge Harper later served on the Connecticut Appellate and Connecticut Supreme Court.) The State appealed and the Connecticut Supreme Court determined that, although the statute did not mention that a place of business must be a fixed business, that is what the legislature meant when they drafted the law. Upon remand to the trial court, the state agreed to reduce the charge which carried a mandatory minimum jail sentence to an unconditional discharge on a single misdemeanor charge.
West Haven man pleads guilty to Bridgeport ferry terrorism, making bomb threats
Phidd and his lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment as they left the Golden Hill Street courthouse.
JOURNAL INQUIRER - Charges Dropped Against Former Suffield Officer
SUFFIELD, CT POLICE OFFICER ACCUSED OF STEALING DRUG MONEY
DISMISSED
Rockville, CT - GA
Police: Suspects fired gun at Fairfield diner customers after women rejected their advances
Jermaine’s lawyer, Robert Berke, had urged the judge for leniency for his client arguing that Jermaine works full time as an HVAC apprentice and pointing out that the warrant affidavit alleges Rose was the aggressor. “The other suspect (Rose) is the one alleged to have fired ...
RUMONE RICHARD CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER
Milford, CT - Judicial District
NEW HAVEN REGISTER - Details Emerge with 2nd Arrest in Downtown Milford Shooting
NEW HAVEN REGISTER - Hospitalization Delays Suspect's Court Appearance in Milford
CTPOST - Alleged Bridgeport Drug Dealer Hit With Gun Charges
GUN AND NARCOTICS CHARGES
Bridgeport, CT
TAMPERING WITH EVIDENCE INVESTIGATION
NO CHARGES FILED AGAINST CLIENT
New Haven, CT
Berke represented the interests of Jennifer Hrmodaka, the fiancée of Raymond Clark who was convicted of murdering Annie Le at a Yale University Science Laboratory.
CTPOST - Attorney Says DNA Sought From Yale Suspect Fiancee
NBC CONNECTICUT - Yale Murder Suspect's Fiancée Still Supports Him
NBC CONNECTICUT - DNA Backlog Delays Annie Le Case: Lawyer
Ansonia man, 78, spared jail for sex assault of intellectually disabled man
Montefusco and his lawyer, Robert Berke, declined to comment during the proceeding and outside the courtroom.
SEX TOURISM - USA v. EDGARDO SENSI
Bridgeport, CT
A Federal Grand Jury indicted Mr. Sensi of sex tourism and the production of child pornography.
S
EXUAL ASSAULT
Westport, CT
Berke represented Kevin Larkin, who along with a co-defendant was arrested by warrant and stand accused of sexually assaulting a woman they met at the Black Duck Café in Westport, CT.
Bridgeport man gets probation for shooting his own car as it was being stolen
During a hearing Thursday, Prendergast’s lawyer, Robert Berke, said Bridgeport police had made an effort to locate the alleged thief but could not find him.
Officials expect more arrests in Bridgeport killing of delivery driver
Castro showed no emotion as his lawyer, Robert Berke, agreed to have the case continued to April 24. At that time Berke told the judge he will decide whether he will waive a hearing on probable cause. Berke declined comment as he left the Fairfield County Courthouse following the brief hearing. ...
DONNELLY JEWELRY STORE MURDER CASE
Fairfield, CT
Berke represented Nicole Pearce who was charged with Murder and Felony Murder of a Fairfield couple who owned a popular jewelry store on the Post Road in downtown Fairfield.
CTPOST - Accomplice in Donnelly Murders on Death Bed
CTPOST - Accomplice in Donnelly Murders Dies
CTPOST - Ex-girlfriend to Testify Against DiMeo
Bridgeport man sues over clerical error he says kept him jailed 46 days
Torres’ lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment on the lawsuit which seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages.
DISMISSED 50 POUNDS OF MARIJUANA
New Haven, CT -GA
Task force including Hamden Police and federal agents seized 50 pounds of marijuana from client’s apartment. Case dismissed after we established that the investigators lied about the existence of an informant in the search warrant.
Man gets 8 years for fatal brick throw
DeJesus had any intention to kill anyone,” Superior Court Judge Robert Devlin said in sentencing Dejesus to 20 years, suspended after he serves eight years in prison and followed by five years’ probation. ...
DISMISSED DRUGS AND GUN SUPPRESSED
Bridgeport, CT - GA
Federal and state agents searched a Bridgeport home pursuant to a federal search warrant. After a suppression, the case was dismissed against all three of Attorney Berke’s clients.
ACCELERATED REHABILITATION
“AR” FOR POSSESSION OF 40 POUNDS OF MARIJUANA
Fairfield, CT - Judicial District
A Bridgeport UPS driver was accused of conspiring to sell forty pounds of marijuana. After three days of trial, the defendant received AR, accelerated rehabilitation.
Shelton settles lawsuit with woman whose domestic assault complaint resulted in city firing 3 cops
The woman’s lawyer, Robert Berke, confirmed the lawsuit had been settled in April but declined further comment.
Bridgeport woman charged with selling $1 million in counterfeit items
But Plumey’s lawyer, Robert Berke, argued that his client has no prior ...
ALLEGATIONS INVOLVING THE DEATH OF A MINOR
New Haven, CT - Judicial District
Moories Hill Jr. received one year for allegations involving the death of a minor.
CTPOST - Man Charged in Connection With Infant Son's Death
KIARRA DAVIS (GUN TRAFFICKING CASE)
Fairfield, CT - Judicial District
CTPOST - City Settles Police Brutality Lawsuit
CTPOST - Gun Seller Gets 5 Years in Prison
CTPOST - Woman Pleads No Contest to Gun Charges
Wrong Pedro Martinez awarded $25,000
Martinez and his lawyer, Robert Berke, signed a confidentiality agreement as part of the settlement and declined comment.
Appeals court orders new trial in 12-year-old Bridgeport murder
“I was disappointed that the trial judge admitted the video of the recalcitrant witness when I was denied the opportunity to conduct an effective cross examination,” said Hutton’s lawyer, Robert Berke.
CTPOST - Undocumented Immigrant Charged with Stealing Man's Identity
LAGUARDIA AIRPORT EMPLOYEE ACCUSED OF IDENTITY THEFT
Bridgeport, CT-Judicial District
West Haven cook accused of phoning in bomb threats to Bridgeport ferry
As Phidd stood looking down at the courtroom floor, his lawyer, Robert Berke, asked the judge for leniency.
PINE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS STRIP-SEARCHED BY TEACHERS
USDC, CT
CTPOST - Ex-students Settle Conn. Strip Search Lawsuit
NBC CONNECTICUT - Strip Search Decision Could Affect Ansonia Case
EASTON MAN CHARGED WITH HOME INVASION
Bridgeport, CT Judicial District
CTPOST - Easton Home Intruder Agrees to Plea Deal
Trial begins in controversial Halloween party bust
Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorney Cornelius Kelly and Mendez’s lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment Monday.
RISK OF INJURY TO A MINOR, “BANANA CASE”
DISMISSED
Bridgeport, CT - GA
Annie O’Donnell, a Bridgeport kindergarten teacher for thirty years, was charged with risk of injury to a minor for encouraging a kindergarten student to eat a banana, still in its peel, from his lunch try, that the student had just thrown in a garbage can. The charges were dismissed.
CTPOST - Charges Dropped Against Teacher in 'Garbage Lunch' Case
Shelton man gets probation for sex assaults of preteen
The victim’s mother lauded her daughter’s bravery in coming forward, and thanked Sanangelo, Robert Nash, an investigator in the prosecutor’s office, the Office of Victim Services, and the Rape Crisis Center of Milford.
EIGHT POUNDS OF MARIJUANA
DRUGS SUPPRESSED
Bridgeport, CT - GA
Eight Pounds of marijuana were found in Shawn Morrison’s bedroom after he was stopped for a motor vehicle infraction a few blocks from his home in Bridgeport. The police searched his home after they believed that the passenger of his car had a weapon who fled the scene. After a hearing, the court agreed that the police unconstitutionally searched his home and suppressed the drugs found.
40 POUNDS MARIJUANA
DRUGS SUPPRESSED
Stamford, CT - GA
Case dismissed after our investigation revealed the unlawful of the traffic stop.
ANTONIO LOSTAUNAU v. BRIDGEPORT POLICE OFFICER FOR EXCESSIVE FORCE
CTPOST - Passenger of Car That Rammed Police Claims Brutality
Bridgeport officials agree to settle cop beating suit
Mendez’s lawyer, Robert Berke, and City Attorney R. ... Mendez’s is one of four civil rights lawsuits brought against the city by Berke for the Colorado Avenue incident. ... Attorney Robert Berke has filed a federal lawsuit against the state Judicial Branch. ...
VIOLATION OF PROBATION- DISMISSED
Bridgeport, CT
Roxanne Lafountain was accused of committing a residential burglary while she was on probation. The victim and police officers testified at the violation of probation hearing. The judge concluded that the state did not prove that she committed the offense and did not find that she violated her probation.
MICHAEL STINSON CIVIL RIGHTS ACTION AGAINST BRIDGEPORT POLICE FOR EXCESSIVE FORCE
CTPOST - Man Shot 12 Times Sues Cops
ORLANDO LOPEZ SOTO SUED BRIDGEPORT POLICE OFFICERS IN BEARDSLEY PARK ASSAULT (BEARDSLEY STOMP)
A bystander videotaped the three Bridgeport Police officers beating Mr. Lopez-Soto in Beardsley Park. Attorney Berke filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the officers which resulted in a settlement.
CTPOST - Mayor: Excessive Force by Cops Under Review
CTPOST - Lawsuit Alleges Police Brutality
CTPOST - Civil Rights Violations Brings Scrutiny
NEW HAVEN REGISTER - 2 Bridgeport Cops Plead Guilty to Rights Violation
CTPOST - City Settles Police Brutality Lawsuit
HUFFINGTON POST - Bridgeport Police Brutality Lawsuit: Man Claims Cops Stomped, Kicked Him
CTPOST - 2 Cops Plead Guilty in Park Stomping
CTPOST - "Beardsley Stomp" Lands Cops in Federal Prison
Man charged in connection with infant son's death
Hill's lawyer, Robert Berke, says his client denies the allegations. Berke says Hill adored the child, and several other people helped take care of the baby.
Charges dropped against teacher in 'garbage lunch' case
O'Donnell's lawyer, Robert Berke, then asked the judge to dismiss the case and the judge agreed. ... Berke said he had previously met with the McLeans' son, Norris, and ...
Suit claims man died after police chase
She is represented by Robert Berke.
Bridgeport police officer sued for excessive force use
Calderas’ lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment on the lawsuit.
Cops removed from duty following weekend clashes
Robert Berke, a local lawyer, on Monday filed notice with the city that he is bringing a federal lawsuit on behalf of seven people who were arrested at the party. “There are a number of videos that capture these events and I’m in the process of putting them ...
Man sues city of Bridgeport over mistaken identity
“It is unfortunate that the Bridgeport police apparently do not have protections in place to prevent the repeated illegal detention of citizens,” said Martinez’s lawyer, Robert Berke.
Woman claims cops illegally held her
Her lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment on the lawsuit.
Greenwich man claims cop used excessive force
Schwesinger’s lawyer, Robert Berke, is claiming unspecified money damages in the lawsuit. Berke declined comment.
Juror dismissed after taking court exhibit
Rhodes’ lawyer, Robert Berke, objected to Owen being removed from the jury, contending there was no evidence the juror’s actions had been willful.
Alleged gun trafficker arrested
"The police conduct, despite the allegations against her, was excessive force," said Davis' lawyer, Robert Berke. On Tuesday, state Police arrested the 23-year-old Davis on numerous gun trafficking charges just one day after ...
‘Live PD’ footage might figure in lawsuit
Local lawyer Robert Berke on Thursday filed his second federal brutality lawsuit against city police officers over an incident involving a client who was shown on A&E’s show “Live PD.” ... “The reality is that the video from this program may end up as evidence in these cases,” ...
Lawsuit alleges police brutality
"This was a deliberate indifference to the rights of citizens," said Gary Mastronardi, who with Robert Berke filed the lawsuit Friday against the city, Mayor Bill Finch, Police Chief Joseph Gaudett and members of ...
Judge allows tapes as evidence in sex trial
Robert Berke, Sensi's lawyer, attempted to suppress the tapes, claiming the search warrant called for computerized media, which videos are not considered.
Easton home intruder agrees to plea deal
"It was a long, complicated plea process," Cioppa's lawyer, Robert Berke, said later.
New suit filed over alleged secret filming of Bridgeport students
"The plaintiff and her family were shocked and disgusted that a teacher, whom was entrusted to care for students, would surreptitiously videotape young, unclothed, female students," said the family's lawyer, ...
Woman pleads no contest to gun charges
Kiarra "KiKi" Davis, 24, still bearing a scar on her head where she was shot by police, pleaded no contest Thursday before state Superior Court Judge Robert Devlin to ...
Cop faces hearing for alleged beat down
District Court against the city and Police Department by Russell and Robert Berke.
Attorney says DNA sought from Yale suspect fiancee
Robert Berke, attorney for Jennifer Hramadka, told The Associated Press that it's unclear why authorities want her DNA. ... "I've been advised that they're seeking a sample of her DNA," Berke said. ... Berke declined to comment on his reaction to the move. ...
Ex-students settle Conn. strip search lawsuit
Lawyer Robert Berke says the payments were received this week by the former Ansonia students, who graduated or otherwise left Pine Academy.
Former teacher facing sex-assault, voyeurism charges dies
Robert Berke, the lawyer representing the families of two students allegedly videotaped secretly by Bavedas and who are suing the city in federal court, said Bavedas' death could complicate the lawsuits. "Obviously, we now can't depose him and there may be some ...
WOMAN ACCUSED OF BIOTERRORISM
Bridgeport, CT-GA
Cari A. was arrested in Bridgeport, CT on terrorism charges after she was nabbed allegedly sprinkling a white powder outside the offices of the state Department of Children and Families on Middle Street. Berke obtained a dismissal.
Alleged Bridgeport drug dealer hit with gun charges
Young's lawyer, Robert Berke, asked the judge for leniency, but acknowledged Young is already being held in lieu of $400,000 bonds on the other cases. ... Standing with his lawyer Robert Berke, left, Michael ...
STATE V. RAYMOND BRIDGES
Milford, CT GA
Burglary 3rd, Larceny 4th, Persistent Larceny Offender.
STATE V. DARREN CROSS
NOT GUILTY
Milford, CT - Judicial District
Sexual Assault 1st (2 counts).
STATE V. JAMES DECABA
Milford, CT GA
Larceny 4th.
STATE V. FRASIER
Larceny 1st , Criminal impersonation.
Bridgeport police officer sued for excessive force use
Calderas’ lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment on the lawsuit.
Driver gets five years in DUI crash that killed Stratford minister
But she said she did agree with McNeil’s lawyer, Robert Berke, that McNeil deserved some leniency for having no prior criminal record and being steadily employed.
Bridgeport police sued again for alleged excessive force at 2017 party
Robert Sapiro did not intervene to prevent Thomas Lattanzio from assaulting the plaintiff,” the lawsuit states. Attorney Robert Berke, who filed the lawsuit in U.S. ... Attorney Robert Berke has filed a federal lawsuit against the state Judicial Branch. ...
Man claims he was mistaken for accused killer
“The police received a tip that the Benjamin Morales who wanted for murder was at the Comfort Suites in Southington,” said the local Morales’ lawyer, Robert Berke of Bridgeport. ... Berke’s client is claiming the New Britain police violated his civil rights. ...
Driver gets five years in DUI crash that killed Stratford minister
But she said she did agree with McNeil’s lawyer, Robert Berke, that McNeil deserved some leniency for having no prior criminal record and being steadily employed.
Bridgeport police sued again for alleged excessive force at 2017 party
Robert Sapiro did not intervene to prevent Thomas Lattanzio from assaulting the plaintiff,” the lawsuit states. Attorney Robert Berke, who filed the lawsuit in U.S. ... Attorney Robert Berke has filed a federal lawsuit against the state Judicial Branch. ...
Hairdresser gets 3 years for causing fatal crash
Silas’ lawyer, Robert Berke, previously pointed out that his client, who has a 2-year-old child, did not flee the scene following the crash. ... Berke also argued while there are allegations that his client was driving drunk at the time her ...
Man awaiting trial on gun charges charged with killing Bridgeport man out celebrating new job
During Bryant’s arraignment his lawyer, Robert Berke, attempted to argue for leniency for his client but Judge Tracy Lee Dayton noted Bryant’s pending gun case. ... “I’m looking forward to arguing the bond at the next court date,” ...
Settlement reached in Bridgeport case with ‘Live PD’ footage
Castro’s attorney Robert Berke said Castro was pleased with the settlement. “He’s satisfied that it’s resolved,” Berke said. ... In the suit, Castro’s attorney Robert Berke claimed the officers threw him to the ground and beat his face, torso and back. ...
Judge orders teen charged with accidentally killing friend tried as adult
During a brief hearing Tuesday afternoon, Reid stood with his mother and his lawyer, Robert Berke, before the judge. ... Berke and his client declined comment as they later left the Golden Hill Street courthouse.
New Canaan man sues Norwalk police for false arrest in federal lawsuit
Paladino’s lawyer, Robert Berke, declined comment.
Hairdresser charged in fatal crash
Silas’ lawyer, Robert Berke, pointed out that his client, who has a 2-year-old child, did not flee the scene following the crash. ... Berke also argued while there are allegations that his client was driving drunk at the time her ...
Sixth lawsuit filed against police in birthday party breakup
Attorney Robert Berke represented all the plaintiffs.
Man claims New Fairfield cop used excessive force following parking argument
Delgardo’s lawyer, Robert Berke, of Bridgeport, declined comment on the lawsuit.
Bridgeport cops accused in federal lawsuit of using excessive force at Success Village board meeting
Moragne initially filed the lawsuit on her own in September 2020 but an amended complaint was filed Tuesday in federal court by her new lawyer, Robert Berke. ... Both Berke and Moragne also declined comment.
BENCH TRIALS
STATE V. JAY MENGA
Assault 3 (2 counts), Breach of Peace, Criminal Mischief.
SUPPRESSION HEARINGS WITHOUT A TRIAL
STATE V. GORDON
Bridgeport, CT - GA
Franks violation, challenge to search warrant execution.
STATE V. BRANTLEY
Milford, CT - GA
DWI / medical records without a warrant.
STATE V. ANTRUM
Milford, CT - GA
Show up Identification.
STATE V. MORALES
Milford, CT - GA
Involuntary statement; English as a second language.
STATE V. PARKER,
Milford, CT - GA
Fourth Amendment seizure of pistol from the defendant.
STATE V. JAMES JETER
Milford, CT - GA
Motion to suppress; unlawful warrantless search.
STATE V. C. RUSSELL
Milford, CT - GA
Motion to suppress; unlawful warrantless search.
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