Groton Coronavirus Update: 3rd Confirmed Case

This article originally appeared on the Groton Patch

GROTON, CT — Groton has confirmed its third case of coronavirus.

The police department released the following statement: "LLHD has confirmed another positive case of COVID-19 in Groton. The individual is a 57 year-old male. Positive cases of COVID-19 within our jurisdiction have been expected, as community transmission of the virus continues to occur in Connecticut. LLHD staff will assure that all appropriate Department of Public Health protocols regarding positive cases and potential contacts are followed."

Previously, a 60-year-old woman and a 52-year-old woman tested positive for the virus in Groton.