[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.
Police are investigating a report of back to back residential burglaries, the first in the area of the 100 block of Merritt Street, the second in the area of the 2400 block of East Main Street.
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[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) wrote Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons demanding an explanation for the Trump Administration’s seemingly arbitrary revocation of hundreds of student visas nationwide. Today’s letter follows reporting that dozens of students in Connecticut may have had their legal status terminated via email without warning or explanation. In today’s letter, Blumenthal demanded the Trump Administration provide information about what kind of notice and due process were provided to these students.
“Connecticut has some of the top public and private institutions of higher learning in the country. International students gain access to our institutions and in return our campuses benefit in a myriad of ways including in academics, athletics, and a better understanding of and appreciation for multiculturalism here in the United States— an understanding and appreciation that fosters tolerance and acceptance rather than hate and bigotry,” wrote Blumenthal. “These seemingly arbitrary revocations and terminations made without notice or explanation seem deliberately designed to have a chilling effect on student visa holders which will impact our nation’s ability to attract and retain international talent which will result in a net loss for our students and our communities.
Highlighting the urgent need for legal protections against the cancellation of visas, Blumenthal continued, “Due process is a bulwark against tyranny and a legal protection afforded to these students by law. Accordingly, students should be given both proper notice and a forum to contest the allegations brought against them. As this Administration has already proven, mistakes can be made. Due process helps prevent mistakes and subsequent harm.”
The full text of the letter can be found here and below.
Dear Secretary Noem, Secretary Rubio, and Acting Director Lyons:
Over the past several weeks, international students at campuses across Connecticut have watched in horror as student visas are revoked without rhyme or reason or any seeming regard for due process. Knowing the extraordinary value and talent of such students, and their positive impact on our Connecticut communities and the educational experience of other students and faculty, I write today to seek clarification as to why such visas have been revoked and to demand the Administration stop such unexplained and apparently unjustified revocations.
Connecticut has some of the top public and private institutions of higher learning in the country. These colleges and universities attract capable and bright students of varied backgrounds and interests. At the University of Connecticut (“UConn”) alone, the Storrs campus is home to 3,450 international students.[1] At Yale University, that number is 2,841.[2] International students gain access to our institutions and in return our campuses benefit in a myriad of ways including in academics, athletics, and a better understanding of and appreciation for multiculturalism here in the United States— an understanding and appreciation that fosters tolerance and acceptance rather than hate and bigotry.
Just this month, we watched with joy and pride as the UConn Women’s Basketball team clinched their 12th National Title — a team that currently, and historically, has included student athletes from abroad, including Egypt, Croatia, Canada, and Hungary.[3] Now, at a time when the state of Connecticut and the students of UConn should be celebrating, campuses are instead mired with fear, as at least 53 student visas have been revoked at colleges and universities across the state.[4]
This issue is not limited to UConn alone. As stated by the Connecticut Conference of Independent Colleges, there have been 40 visa revocations across its 14 member institutions which include Yale, Albertus Magnus College, Connecticut College, Fairfield University, Goodwin University, Mitchell College, Quinnipiac University, Sacred Heart University, Trinity College, the University of Bridgeport, the University of Hartford, the University of New Haven, the University of Saint Joseph and Wesleyan University.[5] These seemingly arbitrary revocations and terminations made without notice or explanation seem deliberately designed to have a chilling effect on student visa holders, impacting our nation’s ability to attract and retain international talent and resulting in a net loss for our students and our communities.
According to public reports, neither the institutions nor the students have been informed of reasons for their visa revocations and several institutions have discovered federal record terminations only after running their own internal checks in the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (“SEVIS”) database.[6] As public officials, you can appreciate how important it is for our law enforcement agencies to adhere to the rule of law and the principles of fairness and justice. Due process is a bulwark against tyranny and a legal protection afforded to these students by law. Accordingly, students should be given both proper notice and a forum to contest the allegations brought against them. As this Administration has already proven, mistakes are made. Due process helps prevent mistakes and subsequent harm.
As a result, I request the following information by Friday, April 25, 2025, to better understand the rationale and processes for such revocations and SEVIS terminations:
Total number of visas revoked, since January 20, 2025, for individuals at institutions of higher learning within Connecticut as of today’s date, disaggregated by:
Type of Visa
Nationality
Provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act by which Immigration and Customs Enforcement is justifying its revocation
The form of notice, if any, given to such above referenced individuals and their respective institutions upon revocation of their visas; and
The form of due process, if any, afforded to students to address the allegations that form the basis of their visa revocations
FAIRFIELD, CT — On June 23, 2024 at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Fairfield Police Department received a report of possible gunshots in the area of Fiske Street. Officers responded immediately, located shell casings at the scene, and secured the area until detectives arrived to process it for forensic evidence.
Shortly after, a local hospital reported that a male victim had arrived with a gunshot wound to the leg. Fairfield Officers spoke with the victim, who refused to provide details about the incident but confirmed that no one else had been injured. The victim’s vehicle, also located at the hospital, had multiple bullet holes.
Detectives executed multiple search warrants, conducted forensic testing, and worked in collaboration with neighboring law enforcement agencies. Through these efforts, they identified Jaquan Rosado as a suspect in the case. Further investigation determined that the shooting was an isolated incident stemming from an ongoing dispute between Rosado and the victim.
This case took several months, and due to the thorough work of Fairfield Detectives and the assistance of law enforcement partners, an arrest warrant was requested and approved. On March 14, 2025, Jaquan Rosado (12/10/1992) of Norwalk, CT, was arrested for Criminal Attempt/Murder (53a-49/53a-54a), Assault 1st Degree (53a-59), Criminal Possession of a Firearm (53a-217c), and Reckless Endangerment 1st (53a-63). At the time of his arrest, Rosado was already being held on other criminal charges, and a bond of $350,000 was added to his existing bail.
Fairfield Police would like to thank the FBI Safe Streets Task Force, Norwalk Police Department, Bridgeport Police Department, and Connecticut State Police for their assistance in this investigation, as well as members of the Fairfield community who provided information. Their collaboration was instrumental in bringing this case to a resolution.
This case highlights the importance of the public working together with law enforcement. When community members report suspicious activity and share what they see, it extends the department’s reach and helps keep Fairfield safe. Anyone with information regarding this case or any investigation can contact the Fairfield Police Department at (203) 254-4800. Anonymous tips can be submitted via the Fairfield PD mobile app, by texting ‘FPDCT’ and your message to 847411 (Tip411), or online at fpdct.com/tips.
Westport, CT – Westport Police have arrested 22-year-old Brandon Sullo of Hamden in connection with a series of thefts involving tires and rims stolen from vehicles at Honda and Toyota of Westport. The incidents occurred between October 7 and November 23, 2024, during the early morning hours. Investigators used surveillance footage, search warrants, and inter-agency information sharing to identify Sullo as a suspect.
Sullo turned himself in to Westport Police on April 14, 2025, and was charged with Larceny 1st Degree, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny 1st Degree, three counts of Larceny 2nd Degree, and three counts of Conspiracy to Commit Larceny 2nd Degree. He was released after posting a $150,000 bond and is scheduled to appear at Stamford Superior Court on May 5, 2025. After his release, Sullo was turned over to Torrington Police on an unrelated warrant. Westport Police say the investigation is ongoing and additional arrests are expected.
