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Police Give More Information on Home Invasion Suspect

Thompson is wanted for allegedly holding a senior citizen at knifepoint and robbing him in his apartment.

 

Meriden Police that they are asking for the public's help in finding 24-year-old Christopher Thompson (pictured) in connection with a home invasion and burglary. On Monday, they released more information on the crime he is charged with.

Thompson is wanted for a Nov. 2011 home invasion at Willow Towers, 55 Willow St. in Meriden, Spokesman Sgt. Darrin McKay said.

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Police say he allegedly forced his way into the apartment of a man in his seventies and robbed him at knife point.

The victim was also punched in the face and had his arm broken during the incident, McKay said.

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Police believe Thompson may be staying in Hartford. They ask those with information about Thompson or his location to contact the Meriden Police Major Crimes Unit at at 203-630-6334 or 230-630-6318.


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