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Middletown resident says house was hit by ‘over 50 gunshots,’ urges cameras and patrols

Middletown City Council · January 21, 2026
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Summary

A South End resident told the council her home was struck by more than 50 rounds and asked the Middletown City Council to install visible surveillance cameras, boost patrols and target resources to high‑risk areas; council members asked staff for options ahead of a strategic planning retreat.

Karen Dupee told the Middletown City Council that her home was struck by “over 50 gunshots” and urged the city to take immediate steps to improve safety in the South End. “This request is not hypothetical,” Dupee said, asking for visible, high‑quality surveillance cameras in high‑risk areas, increased overnight patrol visibility, and ongoing evaluation of crime data to ensure equitable…

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