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Norwalk Police Investigate Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Crash On Main Street

Motor Vehicle Accident On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at approximately 10:09 p.m., Norwalk Combined Dispatch received multiple reports of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in the area of 169 Main Street. Officers from the Norwalk Police Department, along with personnel from the Norwalk Fire Department and Norwalk Hospital EMS, were immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, first responders located a 34-year-old male suffering from serious injuries in the roadway. Emergency medical care was provided on scene before the victim was transported by ambulance to Norwalk Hospital for further treatment. The Norwalk Police Department's Crash Reconstruction Unit and Identification Unit responded to process the scene and assume the investigation. Preliminary findings indicate that the collision occurred within the…

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Norwalk Police Launch Targeted Crosswalk Safety Enforcement Initiative

Jun 5, 2026 Alex

Targeted Crosswalk Safety Enforcement The Norwalk Police Department is stepping up efforts to ensure pedestrian safety with a targeted enforcement initiative focused on crosswalk violations. Officers will be monitoring driver compliance and taking enforcement action when motorists fail to yield to pedestrians as required by law. This initiative aims to protect residents, commuters, and visitors by promoting safe driving and reinforcing the importance of yielding to pedestrians. Pedestrian safety remains a top priority for the Norwalk Police Department. Drivers should be aware that a crosswalk violation carries a significant financial penalty. Drivers who fail to yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks will be cited, with fines for violations set at $588. The Norwalk Police Department encourages both drivers and pedestrians…

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Norwalk Marine Officers Rescue Two Men After Jet Ski Sinks

May 28, 2026 Alex

Norwalk Officers Rescue Two Men From Cold Waters After Jet Ski Sinks On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at approximately 5:11 p.m., the Norwalk Police Department received a report of an overturned and sinking jet ski with two individuals in the water near Chimon Island. Marine Unit officers responded to the area and located the two men in the cold water. Both individuals were safely removed from the water and were exhibiting signs of early-stage hypothermia. Officers immediately brought the men into the cabin of the police vessel to warm them while returning to shore. The two men were transported to Veteran’s Memorial Park Marina, where Norwalk Paramedics were standing by to provide medical evaluation and treatment. No serious injuries were…

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Norwalk Police Arrest Man After Burglary and Explosion Threats

May 27, 2026 Alex

Residential Burglary with Threats of Explosion On May 22, 2026, Patrol Officers responded to 150 Glover Avenue following a report of a residential burglary. The resident reported that a male had entered her apartment through a sliding door and announced, “Inspection.” The resident, awakened by the sound of the door being forced open, discovered the man in her kitchen removing knives from her knife block. The suspect stole six knives, made threatening statements about the building “blowing up” and “everyone dying,” and fled the apartment. Officers quickly located the suspect outside the building. He was identified as Nicolas I. Damjanovic and was found in possession of the stolen knives. During the encounter, Damjanovic reiterated his threat, claiming that the building's…

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Norwalk Police Arrest Two Smoke Shop Employees After Illegal Cannabis Investigations

May 20, 2026 Alex

Smoke Shop Employees Arrested for Illegal Marijuana Sales On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, members of the Norwalk Police Department Special Services Division executed a search and seizure warrant at Wally’s Convenience, located at 336 Westport Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Following a comprehensive narcotics investigation, it was determined that employees of Wally’s Convenience were illegally selling marijuana from the store, which is not a licensed cannabis dispensary. As a result of the investigation, a search warrant was obtained for Wally’s Convenience. During the execution of the search warrant, a total of 4.15 pounds of cannabis products were seized, including flower, vapes, and gummies. The store employee, Emad Alawdi, was taken into custody. Arrested: Emad Alawdi, 28, of Norwalk, CTCharges: Possession with Intent…

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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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Crash Shuts I-95 Southbound

May 8, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

Unconfirmed radio reports say that there was a crash between a tractor-trailer and a motorcycle, with the motorcyclist being trapped under the truck on I-95 southbound at exit 13. There are no other details at this time. 2026-05-08@9:39pm-- #cttraffic #norwalkct #darienct

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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…

Norwalk Police Investigate Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Crash On Main Street

Norwalk Police Launch Targeted Crosswalk Safety Enforcement Initiative

Norwalk Marine Officers Rescue Two Men After Jet Ski Sinks

Norwalk Police Arrest Man After Burglary and Explosion Threats

Norwalk Police Arrest Two Smoke Shop Employees After Illegal Cannabis Investigations

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

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

Crash Shuts I-95 Southbound

Norwalk Police Arrest Man on Family Violence Warrant

Norwalk Police Arrest Electronic Stalking Suspect in Family Violence Investigation

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