Man Arrested in New London Shooting

Taquez Scott charged with murder and other offenses in February incident.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:58pm

An extreme close-up photograph of a spent shell casing on a dark surface, capturing the gritty, investigative aesthetic of the crime scene.A recent arrest in a New London shooting highlights the city's ongoing battle against gun violence and illegal firearm possession.New London Today

Police in New London, Connecticut have arrested 22-year-old Taquez Scott and charged him with murder, reckless endangerment, illegal discharge of a firearm, illegal possession of an assault weapon, and criminal possession of a firearm. The charges stem from a shooting incident that occurred on February 15 in the area of Connecticut Avenue.

Why it matters

Gun violence and illegal firearm possession remain major public safety concerns in many urban areas, with New London having seen an uptick in shooting incidents in recent years. This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to investigate and apprehend suspects involved in these types of violent crimes.

The details

According to police, officers responded to the scene of the shooting on Connecticut Avenue around 7:19 pm on February 15. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact the New London Police Department Detective Division.

  • The shooting incident occurred on February 15, 2026.
  • Taquez Scott was arrested on Wednesday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Taquez Scott

A 22-year-old man who was arrested and charged with murder and other offenses related to the February shooting incident in New London.

New London Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting, made the arrest, and is investigating the incident.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the shooting and are asking anyone with information to come forward and contact the New London Police Department Detective Division.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing challenges communities like New London face in addressing gun violence and illegal firearm possession, and the importance of vigilant law enforcement efforts to apprehend suspects and keep neighborhoods safe.