Category: Norwalk

On January 15, 2026, at 1:12 PM, Norwalk Patrol Officers began investigating a report of a shots
fired inside of an apartment on East Wall Street.
Patrol officers spoke with the complainant, who reported that Christopher Bromfield had discharged
a firearm inside the apartment during the overnight hours. The investigation revealed that Bromfield
fired the weapon while the complainant and a one-year-old child were present inside the apartment,
in a separate bedroom.
Members of Norwalk Police Department Emergency Services Unit Tactical Response Team
responded to the apartment complex. Bromfield was located exiting the parking lot in his vehicle
and was taken into custody without incident. Officers recovered a .45 caliber semi-automatic
handgun from Bromfield’s possession, along with 37 rounds of ammunition located inside his
vehicle.
Norwalk Police Detectives subsequently applied for and were granted a search and seizure warrant
for the apartment by Stamford Superior Court. During the execution of the warrant, detectives
recovered and seized four magazines fully loaded with .223 caliber blank ammunition, a rifle, a
pellet rifle, and six boxes and an ammunition container containing various ammunition.
Bromfield was transported to Norwalk Police Headquarters, where he was processed.

Arrested: Christopher Bromfield, 30, of Norwalk, CT
Charges: Criminal possession of a firearm, risk of injury to a child, reckless endangerment in the
first degree, violation of protective order, carrying a pistol without a permit, four counts of illegal
possession of a large capacity magazine
Bond: $500,000
Court: January 29, 2026

Norwalk Police Tip Line: 203-854-3111

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Norwalk, CT — January 6, 2026 — Norwalk Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious package Tuesday morning on Westport Avenue, prompting a temporary perimeter and assistance from regional resources.

At approximately 9:21 a.m., Norwalk patrol officers were dispatched to 370 Westport Avenue after a caller reported a bright green package with red wires protruding from it outside the building. Upon arrival, officers secured the area and established a safety perimeter as a precaution.

The Stamford Police Department Bomb Squad was notified and responded to assist with the investigation. A Norwalk Police explosive detection K-9 and handler also conducted a precautionary sweep of the surrounding area.

Following the investigation, police determined the item was a battery pack and did not pose a threat. No additional suspicious items were found.

The Norwalk Police Department thanked the Stamford Police Department for its assistance, as well as local residents and motorists for their patience during the response. The Norwalk Police Detective Bureau continues to investigate the incident.

Police remind residents to remain alert and report suspicious activity immediately. Anyone who sees something concerning is urged to call 9-1-1 in an emergency. Tips can also be submitted anonymously by calling the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111, through the department’s website, or by texting NORWALKPD followed by a message to TIP411 (847411).

NORWALK, CT — A Norwalk man has been arrested following an investigation into fraudulent credit card use tied to purchases made at Home Depot locations in several states, according to police.

On March 7, 2025, a victim reported fraud involving a company credit card, telling police that between February 27 and February 28, 2025, unauthorized purchases totaling more than $2,000 were attempted. The victim identified William Ayles, a former contractor, as the suspected individual based on receipts, notes, and other documentation. Surveillance video from the transactions was obtained, and investigators later determined the actual financial loss totaled $1,201.30.

An arrest warrant was issued for Ayles in connection with the fraud investigation. On December 24, 2025, a bail enforcement agent took Ayles into custody and transported him to Westport Police Headquarters. He was charged with Larceny in the Third Degree, Criminal Attempt to Commit Larceny in the Third Degree, and Payment of Less Than $500 Using a Revoked or Stolen Credit Card. Bond for those charges was set at $100,000.

Police said computer checks revealed Ayles was also the subject of seven additional arrest warrants for Failure to Appear stemming from cases brought by multiple agencies. He was charged with four counts of Failure to Appear in the First Degree and three counts of Failure to Appear in the Second Degree, carrying an additional $140,000 in court-set bonds.

Ayles was unable to post bond and was transported to Stamford Superior Court for arraignment on December 24, 2025.

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NORWALK, CT — The Norwalk Police Department Detective Bureau is actively investigating an attempted burglary that occurred on Felix Lane, according to police.

Detectives recovered surveillance footage showing three suspects involved in the incident. Police said the individuals were observed communicating with one another in Spanish during the attempted burglary.

In response, the Norwalk Police Department has increased patrols in the surrounding neighborhood and is asking residents to remain vigilant. Anyone who sees suspicious people, vehicles, or activity is urged to call 911 or the Norwalk Police Department’s non-emergency line at 203-854-3000.

Anyone with information related to the investigation is asked to contact Detective Andrew Roncinske at 203-854-3067 or via email at aroncinske@norwalkct.gov. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111, the Norwalk Police website, or by texting “NORWALKPD” to TIP411 (847411).

The investigation remains ongoing.

Firefighters are on scene on East Avenue for a structure fire. Smoke was showing on the firefighters’ arrival.

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Norwalk Firefighters are on scene of a house fire on Bettswood Road.

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NORWALK, CT — A robbery investigation that began on Woodward Avenue last month has resulted in the arrest of a Norwalk man, according to police.

On November 17, 2025, at approximately 9:04 PM, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a report of an armed subject in the area of 42 Woodward Avenue. The caller reported that a male was outside with a firearm threatening individuals, while a second suspect allegedly stole money from the complainant. Both suspects fled the area before officers arrived.

The Norwalk Police Department Detective Bureau assumed the investigation and, through surveillance video review and other investigative efforts, Detective Imparato identified one of the suspects as Jimmie Springer. An arrest warrant was subsequently obtained through Stamford Superior Court.

On December 18, 2025, members of the Norwalk Police Department’s Special Services Division, assisted by the Detective Bureau and the Stamford Police Department Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit, located Springer in Stamford and took him into custody without incident. Following his arrest, Springer was remanded into the custody of parole.

This investigation remains ongoing.

Arrested: Jimmie Springer, 33
Charges: Robbery in the First Degree, Conspiracy to Commit Robbery in the First Degree, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny in the Fourth Degree
Bond: Remanded by parole
Court Date: December 30, 2025

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Norwalk Police website or by texting “NORWALKPD” to TIP411 (847411).

Norwalk Police say patrol officers investigated a domestic dispute on December 13, 2025 at approximately 3:28 p.m. After speaking with the victim, officers were told Jeffrey Vigil was allegedly violating an active no-contact protective order.

Police said the investigation determined Vigil had returned to a residence on Old Saugatuck Road following a previous arrest connected to a December 10 domestic violence incident in which police say Vigil discharged a firearm and shot a dog inside the home. The victim reported that Vigil changed the locks and instructed the victim not to return or contact police. Officers also reported they were unable to account for Vigil’s firearms, which police said he was required to surrender under the protective order.

Officers responded to the residence to attempt contact, but police said Vigil refused to exit the home or communicate. Due to the prior firearm discharge and the belief that multiple firearms remained unaccounted for inside the residence, Norwalk Police Emergency Services Unit (ESU) and Crisis Negotiators were called to the scene.

Police said negotiators made repeated attempts to establish communication and encourage Vigil to surrender peacefully. While negotiations continued, patrol officers applied for and obtained an arrest warrant for Vigil as well as a search warrant for the residence. Despite continued efforts, police said Vigil repeatedly refused to surrender, yelled at officers, and stayed inside the home.

Because of his behavior and the potential presence of firearms, police said ESU used multiple tactics to get Vigil to exit safely. When those efforts failed, ESU members entered the residence. Vigil was located on the second floor and taken into custody at approximately 12:05 a.m. without further incident, according to police.

Following the arrest, officers searched the home under the search warrant and reported locating a large quantity of ammunition.

Police listed Vigil’s charges as:

• Warrant charges: Violation of a standing criminal protective order (2 counts), Criminal lockout
• On-scene charges: Violation of a standing criminal protective order, Criminal violation of a restraining order, Interfering with an officer

Police said warrant bond was set at $750,000, with an additional $250,000 on-scene bond. Vigil is scheduled to appear in court on December 15, 2025.

Norwalk Police said anyone with information can contact the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111, submit anonymous tips online at norwalkpd.com, or text “NORWALKPD” followed by the message to TIP411 (847411).

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available 24/7 through the Domestic Violence Crisis Center hotline at 203-588-9097, or call 911 in an emergency.