Melissa in the Morning: Gambling Money Away

State Police released an arrest warrant affidavit for the former Chief of Police in New Haven, Karl Jacobsen. He is alleged to have stolen more than $85,000 from the department between 2024 and 2025. The document says the money stolen is allegedly tied to gambling. We spoke with Gary MacNamara, former Chief of Police in Fairfield, about the potential issue of battling addictions while performing in a top cop role.