The Sherman Resident State Trooper is hosting a public information session tonight.  LT Bartolotta will present information about how to be better prepared to handle emergency situations.  Topics include identity theft and information about phone and computer scams that target the elderly, and Crime Prevention and Education--specifically crimes involving larcenies from motor vehicles and protecting belongings.  The Residents State Trooper will also talk about drug education, how to detect if a family member is using opioids, how police respond to an overdose, as well as addiction services available in Connecticut.  There will be time for a question and answer session after the presentation.  The event will be held from 7 to 8pm at Sherman Volunteer Fire Department.