New Britain Murder Suspect Arrested in Meriden
NEW BRITAIN, CT — A weeks-long investigation into a deadly shooting in New Britain has led to the arrest of a suspect. Authorities confirmed that 28-year-old Joel Sanchez was taken into custody Friday night in Meriden in connection with the murder of 42-year-old Jayson Bruno-Matos, of Bristol.
The homicide occurred on August 23, when officers responded to reports of a shooting that claimed Bruno-Matos’s life. Following the incident, police launched an extensive investigation to track down the individual responsible.
On Friday, detectives received credible information suggesting that the suspect was in the Meriden area. With assistance from the Meriden Police Department, officers located Sanchez in the area of Broad Street and successfully arrested him without incident.
Sanchez is now facing several serious charges, including:
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Murder
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Criminal Possession of a Firearm
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Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm
Officials reported that Sanchez is being held on a $3 million court-set bond as the case moves forward. No further details regarding the motive or circumstances surrounding the shooting have been released at this time.
Police continue to urge members of the public to come forward with any information that could assist investigators in ensuring justice for Bruno-Matos and his family. Anyone with details is asked to contact the New Britain Police Department at 860-826-3120.
The arrest of Joel Sanchez represents a significant development in a case that has shaken the New Britain and Bristol communities. As investigators work to finalize the case, the victim’s loved ones continue to grieve the loss of a life taken too soon.
