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Fishermen say growing population of brown sharks in Connecticut River is a 'nuisance'

Experts say brown sharks are not dangerous to humans, while Connecticut officials reported more than 700 sightings last year.

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OLD SAYBROOK, Conn. (WTNH) — Several sharks were recently spotted at the mouth of the Connecticut River last Tuesday, and local charter fishermen are sharing concerns about the growing population in the state. Mike Roy with Reel Cast Charters told News 8 that he and his crew were on the Connecticut River fishing for striped [...]

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WTNH broke the news in New Haven, United States on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
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