After owner’s arrest in human trafficking, Speedbowl back on track … – CT Post

In this April 6, 2017 photo, the NASCAR logo is among the signs at the the ticket entrance of the New London Waterford Speedbowl in Waterford, Conn. The track, in operation since 1951, postponed its planned May 6 opening after NASCAR pulled its sanctions in April following the arrest of owner Bruce Bemer. (Dana Jensen/The Day via AP) less In this April 6, 2017 photo, the NASCAR logo is among the signs at the the ticket entrance of the New London Waterford Speedbowl in Waterford, Conn. The track, in operation since 1951, postponed its planned May ... more Photo: Dana Jensen, AP In this May 3, 2014 file photo, fans watch a race at the New London Waterford Speedbowl in Waterford, Conn. The track, in operation since 1951, postponed its planned May 6, 2017 opening after NASCAR pulled its sanctions in April following the arrest of owner Bruce Bemer. (Tim Cook/The Day via AP) less In this May 3, 2014 file photo, fans watch a race at the New London Waterford Speedbowl in Waterford, Conn. The track, in operation since 1951, postponed its planned May 6, 2017 opening after NASCAR pulled its ... more Photo: Tim Cook, AP

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, leaves Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, leaves Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, leaves Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, leaves Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, signs paperwork before leaving Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, signs paperwork before leaving Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, leaves Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, leaves Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, leaves Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

Bruce J. Bemer, of Glastonbury, leaves Superior Court, in Danbury, after his arrest in connection with a human trafficking ring in Danbury, Conn. Thursday, March 30, 2017.

After owners arrest in human trafficking, Speedbowl back on track

The New London/Waterford Speedbowl that had its NASCAR sanctions ended after its owner was arrested in a human trafficking ring, is getting back on track with its racing season.

NASCAR severed its ties with the 66-year-old track after Bruce J. Bemer of Glastonbury, the owner of the speedbowl, was charged in March with patronizing a trafficked person.

Since the announcement, seven Speedbowl officials have resigned, according to the Norwich Bulletin.

A prostitution ring that exploited young men with mental disabilities for more than 20 years in the Danbury area unraveled early this spring when police arrested two men authorities say were clients of the operation. Along with Bemer, William Trefzger, a previously convicted sex offender from Westport was arrested.

After NASCAR cut its ties to the track, it had to remove all NASCAR branding. Drivers also had to reassign their NASCAR license to another track.

But on Monday, the speedbowl announced a proposed lease for the 2017 season.

The management team is happy to announce that an agreement has been reached with George Whitney of Whitney Farm Racing, LLC to lease the track for the 2017 season.

With over twenty years in racing, George has raced Enduro Cars, Street Stocks and Late Models where he earned Rookie of the Year. Taking several years off, George then returned to begin his career in the Legends Division taking home a Championship at The New London Waterford Speedbowl and four state championships during his Legends career. His latest accolades are bringing numerous drivers to National Championships as their Crew Chief. He now gets his racing fix doing chassis set ups for many drivers as well as Legends car repairs.

The speedbowl posted on its web site, Additional details will follow in the coming week. An updated race schedule is being reviewed and will be posted as soon as dates are confirmed, but it Georges goal to get the racers back out on the track where they belong as soon as possible. Kick off weekend, open practice and many more details will be posted regularly so please watch the website and Facebook for details.

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