Trending Now - 26-year-old Taken Into Custody for 2025 Murder Case

WHO:

New Haven Independent - 26-year-old suspect arrested in connection with the murder of 40-year-old Dennis Atkinson.

NH Register - Dennis Atkinson, the victim, was a resident of New Haven.

WHAT:

New Haven Independent - The arrest is related to the shooting death of Dennis Atkinson.

NH Register - Atkinson was found suffering from several gunshot wounds.

WHERE:

NH Register - The incident occurred in the area of Ferry and River streets in New Haven.

WHEN:

NH Register - The shooting took place at 4:44 a.m. on August 18th, 2025.

WHY:

New Haven Independent - The dispute that led to the shooting was over a fake $100 bill used in a drug deal.

HOW:

NH Register - The police reported that Atkinson was found with multiple gunshot wounds.

(UPDATED April 9, 2026 03:53 UTC)

A 26-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of 40-year-old Dennis Atkinson, who was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in New Haven. The shooting occurred at 4:44 a.m. August 18thth, 2025, during a dispute over a fake $100 bill used in a drug deal. The incident took place in the area of Ferry and River streets, where Atkinson was discovered by authorities.