Fairfield

Juvenile Arrested for Armed Robbery in Fairfield

FAIRFIELD, CT - On March 17, 2024, at approximately 8:11 PM, the Fairfield Police Departmentresponded to a report of a possible robbery in the area of New Hampshire Avenue, Fairfield.Initial reports indicated that several juveniles had been threatened at gunpoint by individuals wearing skimasks who had fled the scene. According to the victims, they were riding their bicycles when they wereapproached by the suspects. The suspects reportedly displayed firearms and a knife while demanding thebelongings of the victims. Fortunately, no physical injuries were reported. Patrol Division personnel, working in cooperation with the Investigative Division, quickly identified asuspect and located the juvenile at their Fairfield home, where they were subsequently taken into custodywithout incident. The juvenile was charged with Robbery 1st…

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Fairfield Community Implements Measures to Address Beach Party Concerns

#Fairfield CT-- On January 23, we held a SantaCon Community Conversation as a step forward in resolving residents’ frustrations with beach parties heavily attended by college students. More than 100 residents attended the meeting to share suggestions, frustrations, and ideas with a panel that included the Town’s Police, Fire, and Health Departments as well as Fairfield University and the Lantern Point Association. Since that time, discussions have continued with Town Departments, the University and landlords. The objectives set by the stakeholders in those discussions include minimizing the impact on the environment due to trash generated by these events, and reducing the problems caused by public intoxication. We are resolved as a community to stop the post-party environmental damage to the…

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Footloose Fiasco: Alleged Victim Gives Chasing a ‘Toe’-tally Different Twist

Police said on Friday, that the person initially thought to be the victim, a woman, was actually the aggressor in the situation. She was chasing after a man who was trying to leave the area of Villa Place/Villa Avenue. As he drove away, his vehicle reportedly ran over her foot. The woman was arrested and charged with Criminal Mischief (CGS 53a-117) and Breach of Peace (CGS 53a-181). The man was arrested and charged with Evading Responsibility (CGS 14-224). Both are considered victims in this case, so their names and identifying information cannot be disclosed at this time

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Fairfield News: Stand-Off Ends In Suicide

On March 3, 2024, at approximately 3:00 PM, the Fairfield Police Department received a request for a welfare check on a resident of Longdean Road in Fairfield.  The subject did not show up to work and was not answering calls from the employer which prompted a call to police. Upon arrival at the home, Officers located a note indicating that the subject could be found in the garage.  While on scene, Officers then heard a gunshot come from the area of the garage and began to setup a perimeter around the house and secure the area.  The Town’s Emergency Alert System was activated notifying residents in the area of the active investigation and advising them to remain inside while police continued to…

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