Marissa Alter

Evening Reporter

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Marissa Alter grew up in Connecticut and is thrilled to be back home. She joined News 12 in May 2015 after reporting in KY and IL. Marissa is the station’s courts and crime reporter and has covered several big cases during her career.

Story image: Local musician Darik Pearson leaves behind legacy far beyond the stage

Local musician Darik Pearson leaves behind legacy far beyond the stage

Story image: 'Terrifying.' Investigation continues into Milford homeless encampment attacks as police identify suspects

'Terrifying.' Investigation continues into Milford homeless encampment attacks as police identify suspects

Story image: 'Tons of personality.' Beardsley Zoo gives News 12 up-close look at rare red panda cub named Pabu

'Tons of personality.' Beardsley Zoo gives News 12 up-close look at rare red panda cub named Pabu

Story image: Bridgeport police investigate 2 overnight deadly crashes less than a half hour apart

Bridgeport police investigate 2 overnight deadly crashes less than a half hour apart

Story image: Jesup Road Bridge replacement moves ahead in Westport

Jesup Road Bridge replacement moves ahead in Westport

Story image: Anti-trafficking nonprofit acquires beloved Fairfield market The Pantry

Anti-trafficking nonprofit acquires beloved Fairfield market The Pantry