Trumbull Officers are on the scene of a serious assault that occurred this afternoon at the Ten Trumbull apartment complex on Oakview Drive. Preliminary reports indicate a domestic related incident, and the responsible person was taken into custody by responding Officers. Residents can expect to see Police on scene for an extended period of time. There is no ongoing threat to the public at this time.
On April 22, 2025, Norwalk Police served a search and seizure warrant at Clever Smoke Shop on New Canaan Avenue as part of an ongoing investigation into unlicensed cannabis sales. Officers found pre-wrapped marijuana cigarettes, edibles, and vape products concealed in a storage cabinet hidden behind beverage boxes, along with $7,030 in cash.
Seized items included 287 pre-rolled cigarettes, 50 marijuana flower pouches, 215 illegal vape pens, 49 THC edibles, and nearly 39 pounds of packaged marijuana. Following the investigation, 37-year-old Nileshkumar Patel of Freeport, NY, was arrested and charged with possession and possession with intent to sell over 1kg of marijuana product.
Chief Williams and the entire Ansonia Police Department would like to thank the jury in the Morales case for their service and verdict in finding Jose Morales guilty. We would also like to thank the Ansonia/Milford Judicial District led by State’s Attorney Margaret Kelley, in particular Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorney Howard Stein, Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Marc Durso, Inspector Butch Hyatt, Inspector Herb Johnson, Inspector Robert Winkler, Paralegal Chelsea Meehan and all the staff for their dedication and commitment to presenting this case to the jury and securing a conviction. Finally, thank you to the residents of Ansonia for their support and belief in the Ansonia Police Department to protect and serve our City.
While the conviction of Jose Morales closes one part of this case, we continue to investigate the disappearance of Vanessa Morales.
In December 2019, the Ansonia Police Department launched a homicide investigation after 43-year-old Christine Holloway was found murdered in her home. Alongside the devastating discovery, investigators also found that Holloway’s 15-month-old daughter, Vanessa Morales, was missing. The child’s father, Jose Morales, was later arrested and charged with Christine Holloway’s murder, but the disappearance of Vanessa remained—and still remains—unsolved.
Over the following years, the case continued to weigh heavily on the Ansonia community. In a 2022 update, police emphasized that while Jose Morales had been charged in the homicide, the search for Vanessa was still very much active. Authorities released both original and age-progressed images of Vanessa in hopes the public might help bring closure. The department urged anyone with information to come forward, stressing their determination to uncover the truth of what happened to the missing toddler.
Now, with the jury’s recent guilty verdict in the homicide case against Jose Morales, one chapter of this tragedy has reached resolution. The Ansonia Police Department has expressed gratitude to the jurors, prosecutors, investigators, and the community for their efforts and support. However, they continue to investigate Vanessa’s disappearance, underscoring that justice for Christine is only part of the story—the search for Vanessa is not over.
Westport, CT – Westport Police have arrested 38-year-old Albert Steven Bermudez Ocampo of Westport following an investigation into a hidden camera discovered in a shared apartment bathroom.
On April 2nd, 2025, a complainant reported finding the hidden camera, which had allegedly recorded them using the bathroom without consent. The apartment was shared with a married couple.
Following an investigation involving search warrants and witness interviews, police identified Bermudez Ocampo as the suspect. An arrest warrant was issued, and on April 17th, Bermudez Ocampo was taken into custody at his residence during the execution of a search warrant.
He was charged with Voyeurism and released after posting a $50,000 court-set bond. His court date is scheduled for May 2, 2025, at Stamford Superior Court.
Bridgeport Police are investigating two separate commercial burglaries reported Thursday morning. The first was reported at 9:09 a.m. in the 700 block of Arctic Street, and the second at 10:34 a.m. in the 500 block of Hallett Street.
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[Westport, CT] – On Saturday, April 26 th , from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Westport Police
Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host DEA’s National Prescription
Drug Take Back Day at locations across the country. DEA and its partners will collect tablets,
capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs. Collection sites will not accept
syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed in
their original container. The cap must be tightly sealed to prevent leakage.
For more than a decade, the event has helped Americans easily rid their homes of unneeded
medications—those that are old, unwanted, or expired—that too often become a gateway to
addiction.
Take Back Day offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at close to 5,000
local drop-off locations nationwide.
What: National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
When: Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Westport Center for Senior Activities, 21 Imperial Avenue
In partnership with local law enforcement, Take Back Day has removed 19.2 million pounds
(9,600 tons) of medication from circulation since its inception.
Residents are also reminded there is a year-round collection bin located in the lobby of police
headquarters, so drugs can be properly disposed of at any time rather than waiting for designated
collection dates. We also have a supply of medication disposal bags in our lobby, which can be
used for proper disposal of liquid and pill form medications in the regular garbage per the
instructions.
For more information and to find a collection site near you, visit www.DEATakeBack.com.
Shortly after 7:00 PM on April 19th, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received multiple 911 calls reporting a motor vehicle accident involving a bicyclist on Wilson Avenue. Emergency crews responded swiftly to the scene, where the bicyclist was found with serious injuries and transported to the hospital for treatment.
Norwalk Police Accident Investigators are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Anyone who witnessed the accident or has information is urged to contact Officer Taylor Equi at tequi@norwalkct.gov or (203) 854-3035, or leave an anonymous tip by calling the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111.
A kitchen fire broke out on April 20th on Lockwood Lane in Norwalk, prompting a swift response from first responders who quickly brought the blaze under control. While the fire was contained to the kitchen area, one resident was displaced as a result of the damage.
The American Red Cross is helping one family – one adult after a fire today on Lockwood Lane, Norwalk. The Red Cross provided assistance to meet the family’s immediate needs. Responders included: Heather Dunn, Max Morenberg, Namrata Kanwal and Jon Basso.
The Red Cross also provided a recovery envelope containing information helpful to families recovering from a fire, including tips on cleanup; notification of important contacts; dealing with damaged items and more. The Red Cross is also providing comfort kits containing personal care items such as deodorant, toothbrushes, shaving supplies and other items a resident might need when suddenly displaced from their home by a fire.
Those affected will connect with Red Cross caseworkers in the coming days to work on a longer-term recovery plan. The Red Cross is able to provide assistance through the generosity of our donors and commitment of our volunteers.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches lifesaving skills; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization depending on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on Twitter at @CTRedCross
On April 18, 2025, Bridgeport Police officers on patrol spotted a silver Chevrolet Malibu illegally parked in front of a fire hydrant at Washington Avenue and Center Street. A stop revealed the vehicle’s registration was suspended and the driver, Christopher L. Cintron, had no valid registration or proof of insurance. During the encounter, officers observed rear passenger Torrance L. McClain adjusting his waistband, prompting a search that led to the discovery of a firearm on his person. A search of the vehicle uncovered over 38 grams of cocaine, more than 600 grams of marijuana, a scale, packaging materials, a phone, and nearly $2,000 in cash.
Christopher L. Cintron, 31, was charged with operating an unregistered vehicle, illegal operation without insurance, improper parking, possession of narcotics with intent to sell, and operation of a drug factory. His bond was set at $35,000.
Jaqwan D. Brooks, 30, was charged with possession of narcotics with intent to sell and operation of a drug factory. His bond was also set at $35,000.
Torrance L. McClain, 25, was charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, illegal sale or purchase of a large capacity magazine, possession of narcotics with intent to sell, and operation of a drug factory. His bond was set at $45,000.
The Office of Community & Economic Development invites you to join the Town of Fairfield and the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce for the annual “Shop and Stroll into Spring” event on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
Over 20+ participating shops in downtown Fairfield will open at their regular times with extended hours through 9 p.m., offering patrons a time to browse, enjoy light refreshments, and shop local with a variety of in-store promotions to kick off the spring season, as well as shop early for graduation and Mother’s Day gifts!
Join us at the Shop & Stroll into Spring Pre-Event Happy Hour, which will take place at RyeBird (11 Unquowa Road) on Thursday, May 1st beginning at 5 p.m. Be sure to stop by and enjoy a variety of food and drink specials before visiting your favorite shops! We will also be giving away free Fairfield Buy Local tote bags with goodies from many of our participating merchants (while supplies last)! All are invited to attend!
This year, we will be partnering with the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library to raise funds and bring awareness to their many wonderful programs throughout the year!
Participating merchants include Apricot Lane, Bailey Jaymes Boutique, Boho Prep, Bluepoint Home, Capri, Ciao Bella, Element50, Fairfield Station Wine & Spirits featuring Next Century Spirits, Henry C. Reid & Son Jewelers, In the Mood Intimates, Island Outfitters, Jane + Mercer, La Moda Fashion, Lolli Sutton, Marathon Sports, No. 299, Olive My Stuff, PEHT Shop, Sacred Heart University Community Theatre, The Beehive, The Fairfield University Store, The Give Collective and Vintage Garden.
The Town of Fairfield wishes to thank ConnectFairfield, Fairfield Moms, and 203 Local for their support of this year’s event. To learn more about this year’s Shop & Stroll into Spring event, please visit www.experiencefairfieldct.org/springstroll or follow @ExperienceFairfield on Facebook and Instagram.
