North Haven police: Portland man displayed gun at local bar

NORTH HAVEN — A man arrested Sunday is accused of displaying a handgun while yelling at a woman, according to a Facebook post from police.

Matthew Sheltra, 29, of Portland, was charged with carrying a firearm under the influence, breach of peace and threatening, the release said. Under Connecticut law, it is illegal to carry a loaded firearm while under the influence.

Around 9:20 p.m., officers responded to Harry’s Sports Grill, 201 Washington Ave., for a report of a male patron displaying a gun. Upon arrival, Sheltra was detained, and a loaded 9-millimeter Glock pistol was reportedly found in his waistband.

Witnesses said a dispute occurred in the bar between two patrons and when it got loud, they went outside. Once outside, Sheltra allegedly displayed a handgun while yelling at a woman, police said.