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Two Hurt in Norwich Bar Shooting as 44-Year-Old Is Charged and Held on $250,000 Bond

Police are seeking tips in an active investigation.

Overview

  • The shooting was reported around 11:30 p.m. at Pistol Pete’s Bar & Grill on Stonington Road in Norwich.
  • Both victims were taken to William W. Backus Hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
  • Police identified the suspect as Keith Nival, 44, of Norwich, and listed charges including attempted first-degree assault, criminal possession of a firearm, unlawful discharge, first-degree reckless endangerment, and second-degree breach of peace.
  • Officers recovered a firearm and other evidence consistent with a shooting at the scene.
  • Nival is being held on a $250,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in Norwich Superior Court on Oct. 2, with police asking anyone with information to call 860-886-5561 ext. 3156 and noting tips can be anonymous.