Crime & Safety
Woman Arrested After Carrying Brass Knuckles Into Courthouse
Angelina Quinn of Mystic was scheduled to face a judge over a speeding ticket on Wednesday but left Middletown Superior Court charged with possession of a dangerous weapon.
A woman was arrested Wednesday at Middletown Superior Court after it was discovered that she was carrying brass knuckles, police say.
Angelina Quinn, 21, of Mystic, was charged with possession of a dangerous weapon.
According to State Police Sgt. Sal Calvo, Quinn was scheduled to appear in court Wednesday for a speeding ticket. A guard found the brass knuckles while searching Quinn's purse at the entrance to the courthouse.
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The charge carries a maximum $500 fine and three years in prison.
Quinn is due back in court next month.
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