Month: July 2025

Fairfield National Little League Team Heads to Regionals After Dominant Run

https://youtu.be/wR_R1ehgQgM Fairfield, CT – The Fairfield National Little League team is riding high on an incredible season and is now set to represent Connecticut in the regional tournament in Bristol this weekend. With 133 runs scored, only 7 runs allowed, 126 hits, 30 hits allowed, and an impressive 22 home runs without giving up a single homer, the team has shown nothing short of dominance on the field. “This is one of the most wonderful experiences you will ever have,” supporters told the team during a send-off speech. “You’ve accomplished so much already, and now it’s time to take that Fairfield jersey to Bristol and make us all proud.” The team will receive a full police escort tomorrow as they…

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Driver Arrested in Fatal Norwalk Crash

Norwalk Police arrested 33-year-old Chrishod Johnson in connection with a fatal crash on April 13, 2025, that killed Jose Olavarria, who was operating a moped. Following a detailed crash investigation, Johnson was taken into custody and charged with manslaughter with a motor vehicle, operating under the influence, and operating in violation of a limited license.

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Child Abuse Arrest in Norwalk

Norwalk Police arrested 35-year-old Vilma Martinez on charges of Assault in the 3rd Degree and Risk of Injury to a Minor following a child abuse investigation launched after school staff reported welts on a 6-year-old student. Martinez turned herself in and was released on a $5,000 bond, with a court date set for July 31, 2025.

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Norwalk Night Out Postponed to August 13 Due to Weather

Norwalk Police Department Annual Norwalk Night Out – Postponed to August 13 Due to WeatherDue to the anticipated forecast of heavy rain, The Norwalk Police Department has postponed itsannual Norwalk Night Out to Wednesday, August 13, 2025, in front of police Headquarters,located at 1 Monroe Street. The event will run from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and is free and open tothe public.Rain date: Thursday, August 14, 2025Norwalk Night Out is a community-focused event aimed at building positive relationshipsbetween law enforcement and the residents we serve. Attendees can look forward to a fun-filledevening that includes: A touch-a-truck area featuring city and state vehicles Face painting, a magic show, and activities for kids A bike raffle for children in attendance Food…

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2021 Cold Case Arrest

https://youtu.be/v8UF5_uv5Kg The Bridgeport Police Department announced today the arrest of 38 year-old Victor “Chapo” Colon, DOB: 07/22/87, of Bridgeport, for the murder of Joselito Calderon inside of the Copa Bar and Restaurant at 181 Lexington Ave. on July 11th, 2021. Colon was one of several armed suspects who entered the Copa shortly before 1:00 a.m. in a failed robbery attempt. Mr. Calderon was the security guard at the bar/restaurant. He was shot and killed while stopping the robbery. Victor Colon is a convicted felon. He was charged with Felon Murder, Accessory to Murder, Criminal Possession of a Firearm and Criminal Attempt Robbery in the First Degree. His bond is $2,000,000.00. Colon was incarcerated at Robinson Correctional in Enfield at the…

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First Pool of Mosquitoes in Stratford Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Stratford, Connecticut (July 29, 2025) - The Stratford Health Department announced that the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station reported mosquitos trapped at Beaver Dam Road last week have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). The isolates were from the Culex salinarius, a mammal biting species of mosquitoes. “It is usually around this time of year where the state reports that they have found pools of mosquitos testing positive for West Nile Virus in our area, and we expect to see more positive pools into late summer. I urge all residents to take the necessary and simple steps to prevent exposure and bites,” said Andrea Boissevain, Director of Health. Stratford’s Environmental Conservation Superintendent Kelly Kerrigan noted that “the Town is scheduled…

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Fairfield Police Announce Additional Arrests of Former Psychiatrist Lazaro Pomeraniec

Fairfield, CT – On Monday, July 28, 2025, Lazaro Pomeraniec of Westport was arrested by theFairfield Police Department for two additional counts of Sexual Assault in the 4th Degree. Thesecharges stem from two separate incidents involving individuals under his psychiatric care.One of these incidents had already been reported and was under investigation prior toPomeraniec’s initial arrest on June 24, 2025. Following that first arrest, he voluntarilysurrendered his medical license.Pomeraniec was issued a total court set bond of $200,000 and is scheduled to appear in court on08/08/2025The Fairfield Police Department takes all allegations of sexual misconduct seriously and remainscommitted to investigating such matters fully and professionally.Anonymous tips can be submitted via the Fairfield PD mobile app or by texting the keyword…

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