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Norwalk Police Arrest Driver in Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash

May 20, 2026 Alex

Driver Arrested in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash That Killed Pedestrian On November 19, 2025, Patrol Officers responded to the intersection of Van Buren Avenue and Bedford Avenue after reports that a pedestrian had been struck by a motor vehicle. Responding officers determined that the pedestrian had been struck by two separate vehicles. The incident was captured on a nearby vehicle’s dashboard camera, which showed the pedestrian crossing Van Buren Avenue in the crosswalk when he was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop for the red traffic signal while turning left from Bedford Avenue onto Van Buren Avenue. Following the collision, the driver failed to stop and fled the scene. A second vehicle traveling on Van Buren Avenue subsequently struck…

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Norwalk Police Arrest Man After Protective Order Investigation Leads to Firearms Seizure

May 19, 2026 Alex

Violation of Protective Order Leads to Gun Arrest On Friday, May 8, 2026, Norwalk Police Patrol Officers arrested Dominick Santella for Violation of a Protective Order following a family violence incident. Information obtained indicated that Santella still possessed firearms in violation of a Protective Order prohibiting him from possessing any firearms. Santella had previously signed a DPS compliance statement stating that he had turned over all of his firearms and ammunition. The Detective Bureau assisted in the investigation and obtained search warrants for Santella’s residence and his two vehicles. During the execution of the search warrants, officers located a 12-gauge shotgun, a 22-caliber air rifle, a suppressor, an AR-15 receiver, a 3-D printed AR-15 lower receiver, a tactical vest with…

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Norwalk Police Arrest Man on Family Violence Warrant

May 8, 2026 Alex

Norwalk Police Serve Domestic Arrest Warrant On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Norwalk Police Officers arrested Diedrich Hohn, who was wanted on a family violence arrest warrant. Officers also served Search Warrants at Hohn’s residence and his two vehicles. This investigation began on April 25, 2026, after the victim reported ongoing harassment and threats from Hohn. A restraining order was in place prohibiting Hohn from contacting the victim in any manner. During the execution of the Search Warrant at Hohn’s residence, officers located five glass vials containing unquantified amounts of liquid labeled Nandrolone Decanoate. Nandrolone Decanoate, also known as "Deca," is an injectable anabolic-androgenic steroid classified as a Schedule III controlled substance. Officers also located 186 capsules labeled "Winny." "Winny" is…

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Norwalk Police Arrest Electronic Stalking Suspect in Family Violence Investigation

May 6, 2026 Alex

Electronic Stalking Suspect Arrested On May 1, 2026, Norwalk Detectives arrested Damien Ciborowski by warrant. Detectives also executed a search warrant at Ciborowski’s residence, seizing evidence related to an ongoing family violence investigation. Ciborowski is held on a $250,000 court-set bond and will be presented in court on May 4, 2026. This investigation remains ongoing, and anyone with any information should contact Detective Barron at 203-854-3031. Arrested: Damien Ciborowski, 23, of Norwalk, CTCharges: Electronic Stalking, Criminal Impersonation, Harassment 2nd, False Statement, Tampering with Physical Evidence/InterferingBond: $250,000Court: May 4, 2026 Norwalk Police Tip Line: 203-854-3111 Anonymous Internet tips can be sent to Norwalk Police website at: www.norwalkpd.com Anonymous text tips can be submitted by typing "NORWALKPD" into the text field, followed…

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Suspicious Person Complaint Leads To Assault Rifle Arrest

May 2, 2026 Alex

Suspicious Person leads to arrest with an assault rifle On April 30, 2026, at 6:12 pm, patrol officers responded to 97 Richards Avenue for a suspicious person complaint. It was reported that an unknown male was sleeping in the rear stairwell of the building. Patrol officers made contact with the male, identified as Lance R. Jones, who initially provided a false name. As officers investigated further, it was determined that he was in possession of an AR-15 assault rifle, which was inside his bookbag. Officers then located the rifle, which was loaded with a 60-round magazine. Jones did not possess a firearms permit. Arrested: Lance R. Jones, 22, of Norwalk, CTCharges: Possession of an Assault Weapon, Possession of a Large…

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Norwalk Man Arrested After Narcotics Investigation

May 1, 2026 Alex

Suspect arrested after lengthy narcotics investigation On April 30, 2026, members of the Norwalk Police Department Special Services Division served four active arrest warrants on Malcolm Williams following a motor vehicle stop. The warrants stemmed from a long-term investigation into Williams after complaints were received of narcotics sales occurring in the greater South Norwalk area. All four warrants charged Williams with possession of a controlled substance and the sale of a narcotic substance. Arrested: Malcolm Williams, 47, of Norwalk, CTCharges: Possession of Controlled Substance, Sale of Narcotic Substance, and Possession with Intent to Sell.Bond: $600,000Court: May 15, 2026 Norwalk Police Tip Line: 203-854-3111 Anonymous Internet tips can be sent to Norwalk Police website at: www.norwalkpd.com Anonymous text tips can be…

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Norwalk Police Launch April Crackdown on Distracted Driving

Apr 1, 2026 Alex

Distracted Driving High Visibility Enforcement CampaignThe Norwalk Police Department is partnering with the Connecticut Department of Transportation in recognition of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April.From April 1 through April 30, officers will conduct targeted enforcement efforts focusing on drivers who violate Connecticut’s hand-held mobile electronic device laws. Connecticut law prohibits the use of any hand-held mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle. Drivers ages 16 and 17 are prohibited from using a cell phone or mobile device at any time, even with a hands-free accessory.Violations of Connecticut’s distracted driving laws carry significant penalties. Fines include $200 for a first offense, $375 for a second offense, and $625 for a third and subsequent offenses.While April serves as a…

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Mugshot of Matthew Patterson related to a Norwalk financial crimes investigation.
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Norwalk Detectives Arrest Suspect in Financial Crimes Investigation

Mar 21, 2026 Alex

In October 2025, the Norwalk Police Department Detective Bureau began a financial crimes investigation involving a company that was the victim of a business email compromise scam. The scam caused changes in bank wiring instructions and the diversion of a large sum of money to a bank in Washington rather than to the contractor's bank account. Through a lengthy investigation, multiple search and seizure warrants, and working closely with the contractor and multiple banks, a suspect was identified as Matthew Patterson. The majority of the funds were frozen, seized, and returned. An arrest warrant was obtained for Matthew Patterson. Patterson had multiple addresses around the country as well as an Oregon driver's license. Patterson was ultimately located in upstate New…

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