Category: Norwalk

NORWALK, Conn. — On Wednesday, September 9, 2025, at approximately 11:34 p.m., Norwalk Police Combined Dispatch was notified by Norwalk Hospital that a 43-year-old female had arrived at the Emergency Department with gunshot wounds to her legs.

Initial witness accounts indicated the victim was struck by gunfire while walking on Coldspring Street. A patrol response and area search found no evidence supporting that report. Subsequent investigation determined the victim was shot at a residence on Coldspring Street by her friend’s step-father, Hugo Arturo Avilia-Garcia, 53, of Norwalk. Avilia-Garcia then transported the victim to Norwalk Hospital. He was taken into custody without incident.

Members of the Norwalk Police Department Detective Bureau executed a court-authorized search warrant at the residence. Detectives recovered a shell casing; a firearm was not located. This remains an active investigation.

Arrest Information

• Arrestee: Hugo Arturo Avilia-Garcia, 53, Norwalk, CT
• Charges: Assault in the First Degree; Reckless Endangerment in the First Degree; Risk of Injury to a Child
• Bond: $500,000
• Court Date: September 24, 2025

Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Norwalk Police Department Detective Bureau.

Norwalk Police have arrested Carla Sanchez, 26, of Norwalk in connection with a July 12th incident in which her one-year-old child was found unresponsive in a backyard kiddie pool. Officer Vazquez responded to the Vollmer Avenue home, performed life-saving measures that revived the child, and the infant was later treated at Norwalk Hospital and fully recovered. Following an investigation by Norwalk Police Special Victims Unit and the Department of Children and Families, Sanchez turned herself in on August 26th and was charged with two counts of Risk of Injury to a Minor. She was held on $50,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on September 9, 2025.

Norwalk Police arrested Bryan Andrade-Espinoza, 22, of Norwalk after a disturbance on Wall Street on August 18, 2025. Police say Andrade-Espinoza had been drinking at El Mexicano before getting into an argument with the victim, during which he threatened them and later brandished a firearm on Main Street. The victim was able to disarm him and toss the weapon onto a nearby roof, where officers recovered it—later determining it was an unregistered “ghost gun.” Andrade-Espinoza, who does not have a pistol permit, was taken into custody without further incident. He was charged with Illegal Carry of a Firearm While Under the Influence, Breach of Peace 2nd, Threatening 2nd with Physical Threat, Carrying a Pistol Without a Permit, and Illegal Possession of a Firearm with No Serial Number. His bond was set at $100,000.

Norwalk Police arrested Christopher Jon Telesco, 49, of Norwalk after a rollover crash on East Avenue on August 18, 2025. Officers determined he was operating under the influence, and a search uncovered narcotics, controlled substances, cash, and drug paraphernalia. Telesco was charged with Possession with Intent to Sell Narcotics, Use of Drug Paraphernalia, Failure to Drive in Proper Lane, Illegal Operation of a Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence, and Possession of a Controlled Substance (Second Offense). His bond was set at $100,000 with a court date of September 3, 2025.

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Over several months, Norwalk Police Department’s Special Services Division investigated illegal narcotics sales in Norwalk and greater Fairfield County, identifying three individuals involved in large-scale drug possession and distribution. Arrest operations took place between July 30 and August 1, 2025.

On July 30, 2025, Kevin Daniel Reese, 33, was arrested and charged with four counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, four counts of Sale of Narcotics, three counts of Operating a Motor Vehicle Under Suspension, two counts of Conspiracy to Sell a Narcotic Substance, and one count of Conspiracy to Possess a Controlled Substance. At the time of arrest, he faced additional charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession with Intent to Sell Narcotics. Reese was held on a $600,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on August 14, 2025.

Also on July 30, 2025, Jason Sampson, 36, was arrested and charged with one count of Possession of a Controlled Substance and two counts of Sale of Narcotics. Sampson’s bond was set at $200,000, with a court date of August 14, 2025.

On August 1, 2025, Jaequann Gilbert, 33, was arrested with assistance from Stamford Police’s NOC Unit. Gilbert faces four counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance, four counts of Sale of Narcotics, four counts of Operating a Motor Vehicle Under Suspension, and one count of Conspiracy to Sell a Narcotic Substance. His bond was set at $450,000, and he is scheduled to appear in court on August 15, 2025.

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On August 1, 2025, Norwalk Police Special Services executed a search and seizure warrant at Smokey Bear Smoke Shop on North Main Street as part of an investigation into unlicensed cannabis sales. Officers seized THC gummies, marijuana cigarettes, bags of marijuana, and nitrous oxide canisters. Cielo Davila, 24, of Stamford, was arrested and charged with violating restricted substances laws, sale of less than one kilo of marijuana, and possession of paraphernalia. Davila was released on a $1,000 bond and is due in court on August 15, 2025.

Norwalk Police have arrested 34-year-old Mario Osorio-Lopez in connection with a July 12th armed robbery at Veterans’ Park. A juvenile victim reported arranging a meeting through Snapchat to sell high-value items when three suspects approached, one displayed a knife, and the items were forcibly taken. Osorio-Lopez was arrested on multiple charges including robbery, larceny, and risk of injury to a minor. Police say more arrests are expected as the investigation continues.

Norwalk Police arrested 33-year-old Chrishod Johnson in connection with a fatal crash on April 13, 2025, that killed Jose Olavarria, who was operating a moped. Following a detailed crash investigation, Johnson was taken into custody and charged with manslaughter with a motor vehicle, operating under the influence, and operating in violation of a limited license.

Norwalk Police arrested 35-year-old Vilma Martinez on charges of Assault in the 3rd Degree and Risk of Injury to a Minor following a child abuse investigation launched after school staff reported welts on a 6-year-old student. Martinez turned herself in and was released on a $5,000 bond, with a court date set for July 31, 2025.

Norwalk Police Department Annual Norwalk Night Out – Postponed to August 13 Due to Weather
Due to the anticipated forecast of heavy rain, The Norwalk Police Department has postponed its
annual Norwalk Night Out to Wednesday, August 13, 2025, in front of police Headquarters,
located at 1 Monroe Street. The event will run from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and is free and open to
the public.
Rain date: Thursday, August 14, 2025
Norwalk Night Out is a community-focused event aimed at building positive relationships
between law enforcement and the residents we serve. Attendees can look forward to a fun-filled
evening that includes:

• A touch-a-truck area featuring city and state vehicles
• Face painting, a magic show, and activities for kids
• A bike raffle for children in attendance
• Food and drinks donated by local businesses, served by Norwalk Police Officers
• Numerous local vendors and community organizations on-site
  Come meet the officers who serve your neighborhoods, enjoy family-friendly entertainment, and
  learn more about the programs and services available in Norwalk.
  For more information or questions about participating in the event, please contact Sergeant Ryan
  Evarts at revarts@norwalkct.gov.

Norwalk Police Tip Line: 203-854-3111

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