GROTON, Conn. (WTNH) — To curb street takeovers, the Town of Groton is considering a new ordinance to deter the illegal use of dirt bikes and ATVs. This comes after a 24-year-old Norwich woman ...

GROTON, Conn. (WFSB) - The town of Groton will now be handing out stricter punishments to people participating in street takeovers ... and across the state of Connecticut,” said Fusaro.

Groton City police, detectives and the Connecticut State Police Major Crime Unit have had Allen Street closed from around 1:30 p.m. Thursday into Friday morning, focusing on an apartment complex.

Groton passed an ordinance Tuesday to fine people participating in street takeovers ... It’s a problem in many cities and towns here in Connecticut,” said Fusaro. Get top local stories ...

GROTON, Conn. (WTNH) — A heavy police presence was seen in Groton on Thursday in the area of Allen Street. Groton police said the investigation is active and that it is unknown if it is related ...

People found in violation would be fined $1,000 for a first offense, $1,500 for a second offense and $2,000 for any offense after that, according the ordinance.