Month: October 2023

Westport Police Make An Arrest In Connection With With Sunday Carjacking

UPDATED WITH ADDITIONAL ARREST INFORMATION – Vincys Baez Arrested:

On October 18th, Vincys Baez (DOB: 06/03/03) of Waterbury was arrested at Stamford Superior Court for his involvement in the September 17th carjacking incident. Baez was the second individual captured on the surveillance camera. He has been charged with multiple serious offenses, including Home Invasion, Burglary 1st, Robbery by Carjacking, Assault 3rd, Reckless Endangerment, Larceny 1st, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny 1st, Robbery 1st, and Conspiracy to Commit Robbery 1st. He is being held on a $500,000 court-set bond and is scheduled to be arraigned later today.

UPDATED WITH ADDITIONAL ARREST INFORMATION – Garrett Gibbs Arrested:

On October 6th, with the assistance of the Waterbury Police Department, Westport Detectives took Garrett Gibbs (DOB: 04/19/2001) of Waterbury into custody for his involvement in the same carjacking incident. Gibbs faces charges of Home Invasion, Burglary 1st, Robbery by Carjacking, Assault 3rd, Larceny 1st, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny 1st, and Robbery 1st. He is currently being held at the Westport Police Department on a court-ordered $500,000.00 bond and has a court date scheduled for October 16th, 2023, at Stamford Superior Court.

Juvenile Arrested in Connection with Carjacking:

In a separate development, a 16-year-old juvenile was arrested in connection with the carjacking that occurred on September 17th. The arrest followed the execution of a search warrant in Berlin, CT, where four stolen motor vehicles, including the Aston Martin taken during the carjacking, were recovered. The juvenile faces a range of charges, including Home Invasion, Strangulation 1st Degree, Robbery by Carjacking, Burglary 1st Degree, Criminal Attempt to Commit Larceny of Motor Vehicle 1st Degree, Assault 3rd Degree, Larceny of Motor Vehicle 1st Degree, and Illegal Taking of Payment Card. Westport Detectives are seeking an order to detain, and if granted, the juvenile will be transported to Bridgeport Juvenile Detention Center.

Chief and First Selectwoman Statements:

Chief Foti Koskinas and First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker praised the efforts of law enforcement agencies involved in solving the case and expressed gratitude for their professionalism and dedication. They emphasized their commitment to maintaining safety and security in the community.

Acknowledgments:

Westport Police expressed their gratitude to the CT State Police Violent Crime Task Force, Bridgeport Auto Theft Task Force, Berlin Police Department, and Waterbury Police Department for their valuable assistance in the investigation.

Trumbull News: Fatal Crash

Trumbull Police are now on the scene of a two-car motor vehicle crash on White Plains Road (Route 127) in Trumbull. The crash involves serious injuries and the roadway in this area will be closed for several hours. White Plains Road will be closed between Reservoir Avenue and Brock Street until further notice.

The Trumbull Police received several 911 calls, on Sunday, October 10, at approximately 3:30 PM, reporting a two-car motor vehicle accident on White Plains Road (Route 127) near the entrance ramp to Route 25 Southbound. A convertible and a sedan collided causing heavy damage to both vehicles with the convertible coming to rest on its side. The only occupant of the sedan and one passenger of the convertible were transported to area hospitals, however the other occupant of the convertible sustained fatal injuries. First responding Trumbull police officers rendered medical aid to the victims and secured the scene. Trumbull EMS and Nelson Ambulance also arrived on the scene to treat and eventually transport the two (2) victims to area hospitals. Trumbull Center Fire Department also arrived on the scene to assist and secure the scene. The Trumbull and Fairfield Police Department’s Traffic Divisions are currently investigating this incident. The cause of the accident and cause of death have not been determined at this time. The victim’s identity is being withheld pending family notification.

STRATFORD LIBRARY OFFERS “DREAMING WITH DEPARTED”

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, CT will present an unusual holiday program “Dreaming with the Departed” on Tuesday, October 17 from 6:30-8 pm.  Dream teacher Adelita Chirino will host the special program which is free and open to the public.                             

October is a magical month; a time of year leading up to Halloween and Dia de los Muertos, the holiday where traditionally indigenous ancestors honored those they love who are no longer in this physical waking life.  It is also a great time to contemplate dreams and how they might help one to understand death better. Dreaming with our departed allows us to stay connected to those we still love.  

 Chirino will share how dreams can be a bridge to connecting with the departed and many more wonderful aspects of Active Dreaming. The teacher invites people to come and learn how you can better understand the gifts your dreams may be offering you.  “We are never alone when we let our dreams accompany us through life’s journeys”, adds Chirino.

“Dreaming with the Departed” will held in the Library’s Lovell Room beginning at 6:30 pm on October 17. 

It is free and open to the public but seating will be limited and reservations are required online at: https://stratfordlibrary.libcal.com/event/11136963

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