Former UHart student in body fluids contamination case faces judge Tuesday

HARTFORD — A former University of Hartford student is facing arraignment on allegations she smeared body fluids on her roommate’s belongings.
Brianna Brochu is scheduled to appear Tuesday in Hartford Superior Court. She’s charged with misdemeanor criminal mischief and breach of peace. Prosecutors say they’re determining whether to add a hate crime charge.
The 18-year-old Harwinton resident, who is white, is accused of contaminating her black roommate’s belongings at