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Man arrested in Meriden home invasion

Three firearms and a quantity of marijuana was also seized from the location where the suspect was arrested.
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Oneal Howard Ward

MERIDEN, Conn. — Police arrested a man on multiple charges Sunday in connection with a home invasion that involved the theft of guns and drugs. 

Police said they were called to 202 W. Main St. for a report of an armed Home Invasion Sunday.  The caller reported four firearms stolen during the incident and provided police with a description of the suspect vehicle.  

Police said they used evidence to locate the vehicle at 96 Franklin St. in Meriden.  After obtaining a search warrant, police arrested Oneal Ward, 24,in connection to the home invasion.  Three firearms and a quantity of marijuana was also seized from the location.

Anyone with any further information about this incident is urged to call Detective Fonda at (203) 630-4178 or the Major Crimes Tip Line at (203) 630-6272.  We appreciate the public’s assistance in all matters.

Ward was charged with: 

  • Home Invasion 
  • Conspiracy to Commit Home Invasion 
  • Robbery 1st Degree 
  • Conspiracy to Commit Robbery 1st Degree
  • Theft of a Firearm (3 counts)
  • Criminal Possession of a Firearm (3 counts) (convicted felon)
  • Possession of Marijuana

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