Category: Norwalk

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On May 13, 2024, at 8:41 PM, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a report of shots fired at the 200 block of Ely Avenue. Upon arrival, Patrol Division Officers swiftly relayed the suspect and vehicle descriptions to their colleagues and located the vehicle nearby, where they also recovered a firearm. The investigation was then taken over by the Detective Bureau, revealing that the incident was isolated and domestic in nature, with no injuries reported. Sharona Debbie Annet Bailey-Bramble, 34, of Stamford was arrested and charged with criminal attempt at assault in the first degree, reckless endangerment in the first degree, and unlawful discharge of a firearm. Bail was set at $150,000. For any tips or information, the Norwalk Police can be contacted at 203-854-3111, or anonymous tips can be submitted through the Norwalk Police website or via text to TIP411 (847411) by typing “NORWALKPD” followed by the message.

NORTHBOUND LANES OF I-95 IN NORWALK WILL REOPEN BY 8PM SATURDAY, SOUTHBOUND LANES WILL REMAIN CLOSED THROUGH SUNDAY FOR ADDITIONAL CLEANUP AND REPAVING

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto today provided the following updates regarding efforts to repair and reopen Interstate 95 in Norwalk as of 6:45 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2024:

Crews from the Connecticut Department of Transportation and contractors stayed at the site of the Fairfield Avenue Bridge throughout Friday night and continued working through the early hours of Saturday morning when additional equipment needed to remove the damaged bridge arrived.

Crews were able to complete demolition of the bridge by 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Following demolition, crews then began working to clean up all the debris and materials from the bridge off the highway. They also began making necessary repairs to the highway to ensure that it is safe for vehicular traffic.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is estimating that the northbound lanes of I-95 will reopen to vehicles by 8:00 p.m. on Saturday.

All southbound lanes of the highway will remain closed to vehicles through the day on Sunday, May 5, because the pavement on this side of the highway was so damaged from the Thursday morning crash that those lanes need to be milled and repaved.

A live video feed showing the ongoing work can be accessed at https://share.earthcam.net/CTDOTNorwalkbridge.

Drivers are asked to remain patient and follow all posted signage. Commercial vehicles are asked to continue using alternate routes through Fairfield County until further notice.

The public can visit CTroads.org for the latest traffic alerts and roadway updates in Connecticut.

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the Connecticut Department of Transportation has installed a webcam providing the public with a real-time, live video feed of the ongoing demolition of the Fairfield Avenue Bridge on I-95 in Norwalk.

The webcam can be accessed online, 24/7 at: https://share.earthcam.net/CTDOTNorwalkbridge

“There is significant interest in this ongoing emergency project, and this live video feed will help in our mission of keeping the public informed of the latest conditions on the highway,” Governor Lamont said. “We encourage everyone to view the video feed safely from home and do not attempt to travel to Norwalk to visit the scene up close. Let the crews do their jobs so the highway can get reopened as quickly as possible.”

Motorists are strongly urged to avoid driving on I-95 in

Thursday May 2nd, at approximately 5:30 AM, a dramatic event unfolded on Fairfield Avenue near Exit 15 on I-95. A tanker truck, carrying a substantial 8,500 gallons of gasoline, caught fire following a collision, resulting in a hazardous situation under the Fairfield Avenue overpass.

Fortunately, due to the swift action of our first responders, tragedy was averted. Reports confirm that a firefighter sustained a leg injury and was promptly transported to Norwalk Hospital for treatment. However, there were no fatalities, underscoring the effectiveness of the emergency response team.

In light of this incident, it is anticipated that I-95 will remain closed until at least Monday. Emergency crews are mobilized for continuous operations to secure and remove the compromised overpass structure.

Governor Lamont, alongside Mayor Harry Rilling and officials from the Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), and other pertinent state agencies, convened at the Emergency Operations Center to provide updates on the situation unfolding on I-95 in Norwalk.

Motorists are advised of the redirection of all traffic off I-95 between exits 14 and 16. Alternative routes have been recommended, emphasizing the importance for trucks to utilize I-84 and I-684, as per regulations prohibiting their access on the Merritt Parkway or the Wilbur Cross Parkway. Local signage should be carefully followed, and GPS shortcuts are discouraged.

Given the heightened traffic activity in the area, it is crucial for motorists to refrain from stopping on train tracks for safety reasons. Wireless emergency alerts are activated to keep residents informed about the status of the I-95 closure, with ongoing updates promised as developments unfold.

Regarding the spilled gasoline, approximately 4,500 gallons were contained within the truck, mitigating potential environmental impact. The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has confirmed no contamination of the Norwalk River, and environmentally safe green foam was utilized for fire suppression, avoiding the use of PFAs.

Acknowledgments are extended to the dedicated and courageous first responders who effectively managed the situation and ensured the safety of all involved. Gratitude is expressed to the Norwalk police, fire, and EMS teams, as well as the collaborative efforts of New Canaan, Westport, Stamford, and Rowayton Fire Departments, whose swift response played a pivotal role in containing the incident.

On Monday April 29, 2024, the Norwalk Police Special Services Division, Norwalk Emergency Services Unit Tactical Response Team, Stamford PD Tactical team, Darien PD, US Marshal’s Service, and the Bridgeport Office of the DEA executed 3 search warrants in Norwalk and one in Darien. This was the result of a 6 month investigation into Fentanyl trafficking in the greater Norwalk area. To date 17 Federal and state arrest warrants have been served. Approximately 15,000 bags of Fentanyl were seized, as well as 300 grams of pure fentanyl, 1 firearm, cocaine and approximately $13,000 in US Currency.

On April 26, 2024, at 3:00 PM, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a call for a man stabbed in
the area of 129 South Main Street. Norwalk Patrol Officers arrived in less than one minute and
found the victim being treated by a bystander. Officers rendered medical aid to the victim who
was soon transported to Norwalk Hospital by Norwalk Paramedics for serious injuries. Officers
secured the crime scene and began to canvass for witnesses.

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Norwalk Police Detectives arrived and assumed the investigation. Detectives recovered multiple
items of evidentiary value, interviewed witnesses and reviewed video surveillance. As a result,
detectives were able to identify Gregory Goldstein as the person responsible for the stabbing.
Goldstein was reported to have left the scene in a Honda Odyssey minivan. This information
was shared with law enforcement agencies throughout the area as Norwalk detectives continued
to investigate.
That same evening, at 7:35 PM, a Trooper from the Connecticut State Police Troop G barracks
located Goldstein’s van and began to follow it on Interstate 95 while awaiting other troopers and
officers to assist. With the help of the Westport Police Department, Goldstein’s vehicle was
stopped on Interstate 95. Goldstein was a passenger in the van and was detained by officers from
the Westport Police Department and Troopers from the Connecticut State Police. Norwalk
Police Detectives and Patrol Division Officers responded and took Goldstein into custody.

On March 17, 2024 at 8:31 AM, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received information from NYPD stating they received a call that a woman was being held at gun point at a home in Norwalk.
Norwalk Patrol Officers responded to the scene, established a perimeter, and began to contact the residents. Officers quickly determined the call to be a hoax.

The Detective Bureau assumed the investigation and determined the caller, Maurice Smith, an ex-boyfriend of the victim, initiated a swatting prank. As a result of their investigation, an arrest warrant was granted for Smith, who turned himself in to Norwalk Police Headquarters on April 25, 2024.
Swatting is a dangerous act that involves someone making a false report to emergency services to initiate a serious law enforcement response. 

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In observance of National Child Abuse Prevention month in April, the Norwalk Police

Department and The Human Services Council’s Child Advocacy Center, Children’s Connection are partnering up to plant a “pinwheel garden” on April 25th at 10:00 AM at police headquarters at 1 Monroe Street. Pinwheel gardens are used nationwide during the month of April to bring heightened awareness to child abuse prevention and symbolize the joy of childhood. April 25th is also “Wear Blue for Child Abuse Day”; so, folks will be dressed in blue to show their support.

Can’t make it to the Police Department that day? Wear blue and post photos on your favorite social media with the hashtags – #wearblue, #childabuseprevention and #humanservicesct

Child abuse and neglect happen every day in every neighborhood. No community is immune. Each day, five children die unnecessarily from child abuse related causes. Parental drug and alcohol abuse are major child abuse risk factors.

For information on how to report suspected child abuse and/or neglect, please visit the State of Connecticut Department of Children and Families website https://portal.ct.gov/dcf or call 800-842-2288.

Children’s Connection, a nationally accredited Children’s Advocacy Center that works with public and private resources to identify, substantiate, and treat cases of sexual and severe physical abuse and provides community education on the topic. “We are really excited to be able to raise awareness about this important issue with our partners at Norwalk Police Department who we have the honor of working with every day.” said Kari Pesavento, Director of Children’s Connection. If you would like more information about Children’s Connection or the work that we do surrounding child abuse and neglect, please contact Kari at (203) 354-1961, kpesavento@hscct.org or visit www.hscct.org.

On June 6, 2023, the Special Victims Unit initiated an investigation into a sexual assault complaint. After a thorough investigation led by Detective Patrick English, Fran Garcia-Pineda was identified as the suspect. It was discovered that Garcia-Pineda resided in Miami, Florida, leading to the issuance of an extraditable arrest warrant by Stamford Superior Court. Detective English collaborated with a Norwalk Police Officer assigned to the United States Marshals Service Violent Fugitive Task Force, resulting in Garcia-Pineda’s arrest on April 4, 2024. He was subsequently extradited to Norwalk on April 16, 2024, and charged with Sexual Assault in the Third Degree.

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#Norwalk CT–On Thursday, April 11, 2024, the Norwalk Police Special Services Division, in collaboration with the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (Drug Control Division), executed a Search and Seizure warrant at Smoke House 1 vape shop, situated at #108 Connecticut Avenue. This action is part of an ongoing investigation into non-licensed smoke/vape shops selling marijuana within the City of Norwalk. Smoke House 1 lacks the required license from the State of Connecticut to sell cannabis products exceeding the legal limit.

During the operation, the following items were seized:

• Over 7lbs of marijuana
• Several hundred products containing THC above the legal limit
• Approximately $1200 in US currency

Two individuals were arrested as a result of the raid:

1. Nusrat Shaika, 20 years old, residing at 1730 Mahan Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461, faces charges including possession with intent to sell 1kg or more of cannabis, possession of cannabis greater than 1 kilo, possession of drug paraphernalia, conspiracy to commit possession with intent to sell 1kg or more of cannabis, conspiracy to commit possession greater than 1kg of cannabis, and conspiracy to commit use of drug paraphernalia. Shaika’s bond is set at $50,000, and their court appearance is scheduled for April 26, 2024, in Stamford.
2. MD Shohidul Joy, 19 years old, residing at 8945 217th Street, Queens, NY 11427, is charged with similar offenses to Shaika’s, including possession with intent to sell 1kg or more of cannabis, possession of cannabis greater than 1 kilo, possession of drug paraphernalia, conspiracy to commit possession with intent to sell 1kg or more of cannabis, conspiracy to commit possession greater than 1kg of cannabis, and conspiracy to commit use of drug paraphernalia. Joy’s bond is also set at $50,000, and their court appearance is scheduled for April 26, 2024, in Stamford.

For those with information related to this case, the Norwalk Police Tip Line can be reached at 203-854-3111. Anonymous internet tips can also be submitted via the Norwalk Police website at www.norwalkpd.com.