Category: Trumbull

BRIDGEPORT TEENAGER ARRESTED FOR ARMED ROBBERY OF MOTORCYCLE

Trumbull Police arrested a local teen after he robbed another teen at gunpoint and stole the victim’s dirt bike on Tuesday, December 31st. GIOVANNI DEJESUS, age 19, of Bridgeport was arrested for Armed Robbery and other related crimes. Around 5:00 p.m., Trumbull officers were dispatched to the area of the “Rails to Trails” between White Plains Road and Quarry Road, for a robbery at gunpoint. Arriving officers met with the fourteen (14) year-old victim who stated that he was riding his dirt bike on the “Rails to Trails” near the pump station when another group on dirt bikes approached him. One of the men in that group, DeJesus, approached the victim and pointed a handgun at him while ordering him to get off the bike. DeJesus took the victim’s dirt bike and fled, traveling southerly into Bridgeport. This incident was broadcast to neighboring police departments, and Bridgeport Police officers spotted the fleeing suspect shortly thereafter. Bridgeport officers apprehended DeJesus on Palisade Avenue, where they also recovered a Glock handgun. DeJesus and the gun were both positively identified as being involved in the robbery. No injuries were reported. DeJesus is a convicted felon with a history of serious weapon-related offenses and is listed on the state’s Deadly Weapon Offender Registry. He had just been released from prison a few days prior to this incident.

The handgun that was recovered is a Glock model 19, 9 mm, that is fitted with a “switch” device on the slide, making the weapon fully automatic. In addition, the gun also had a thirty (30) round extended magazine, and dozens of rounds of 9 mm ammunition which were also recovered. Trumbull detectives are continuing the investigation to identify the origin of the weapon. The stolen dirt bike was later located in the basement of DeJesus’ Bridgeport residence and was returned to the owner. DeJesus was transported to the Trumbull Police Department where he was charged with Robbery 1st degree, Larceny 2nd degree, Illegal Possession of an Assault Weapon, Criminal Possession of a Pistol, Illegal Possession of a Large Capacity Magazine, Carrying a Pistol Without a Permit, and Criminal Possession of Ammunition. He was held on a $300,000. bond and is scheduled to appear in Bridgeport Superior Court on January 14th, 2025

Bridgeport Teen Arrested After Trumbull Armed Robbery of Dirt Bike

Trumbull, CT — A Bridgeport teenager was arrested on December 31 after allegedly robbing a 14-year-old at gunpoint and stealing the victim’s dirt bike on Trumbull’s “Rails to Trails” path.

Police identified the suspect as Giovanni DeJesus, 19, of East Main Street, Bridgeport. Around 5:00 p.m., officers responded to the area near White Plains Road and Quarry Road, where the young victim reported being confronted by a group on dirt bikes. According to police, DeJesus pointed a handgun at the victim and demanded the dirt bike before fleeing toward Bridgeport.

Bridgeport officers quickly located DeJesus on Palisade Avenue, where he was apprehended. Police recovered a Glock 19 handgun modified to be fully automatic, along with a 30-round magazine and additional ammunition. The stolen dirt bike was later found in DeJesus’ residence and returned to the owner.

DeJesus, a convicted felon recently released from prison, is on the state’s Deadly Weapon Offender Registry. He now faces multiple charges, including first-degree robbery, illegal possession of an assault weapon, and carrying a pistol without a permit.

Held on a $300,000 bond, DeJesus is scheduled to appear in Bridgeport Superior Court on January 14, 2025. No injuries were reported in the incident.

Vehicle Break-Ins Surge Across Multiple Towns in Recent Days

A string of vehicle break-ins continues to affect local communities, with incidents reported in Trumbull and Stratford early this morning, following a series of similar crimes in Bridgeport earlier this week. The Trumbull Police Department responded to over 20 vehicles that had their windows smashed overnight between December 19 and 20, 2024. Authorities are urging residents to take extra precautions to prevent such crimes, reminding everyone to remove valuables and key fobs from their vehicles and report any suspicious activity to the police.

This morning, another wave of vehicle break-ins was reported in Stratford. Between 5:00 and 5:30 a.m. on December 20, 2024, multiple vehicles were targeted in the parking lots of the Target on Hawley Lane and Big Y. The thieves appeared to have struck several cars, breaking windows to steal personal items. These incidents come on the heels of similar vehicle vandalism reported in Bridgeport earlier this week. On December 17, at the University of Bridgeport, 5-6 vehicles were broken into, and two days later, on December 19, a string of break-ins occurred on Middle Street. While it’s unclear if the incidents in Bridgeport, Trumbull, and Stratford are connected, the frequency of these crimes has raised concerns throughout the region. Local authorities are intensifying their investigations and reminding residents to stay vigilant and take steps to protect their vehicles from theft.

First Selectman Vicki Tesoro Provides Update on Security at Tashua Elementary School

First Selectman Vicki Tesoro addressed the community yesterday evening regarding heightened security at Tashua Elementary School following a recent social media post by a school teacher that included the school’s address and phone number. While no threats were reported over the weekend, the Trumbull School District and Trumbull Police maintained a police presence at the school on Monday out of caution, ensuring a safe and quiet day for students and staff.

At approximately 2:45 PM, a threatening email was received, claiming that a bomb had been placed on school grounds. The school immediately enacted a stay-put protocol, and Trumbull Police swiftly responded to secure the area, conducting a comprehensive search of the building and grounds. After thorough inspection, the threat was determined to be non-credible, and dismissal proceeded as scheduled.

Chief Michael Lombardo has assured the Tashua community that a police presence will continue on campus, supported by additional security guards to reinforce school safety. The Town of Trumbull, the Trumbull Police Department, and the Trumbull School District remain committed to prioritizing the safety of students and staff.

Trumbull Police Make Arrest in Major Jewelry Store Theft Case

Trumbull Police arrested a local Bridgeport man for his part in a “smash and grab” jewelry heist at the Kay’s store in the Trumbull Mall that occurred in April earlier this year. Javon Thorbourne, age 30, of Hancock Avenue, was identified as one of the three (3) masked thieves who smashed the glass display cases with hammers and stole several thousand dollars’ worth of jewelry, while shoppers were watching nearby. The suspects fled from the mall on foot and escaped in a dark four-door sedan, which was later recovered. Thorbourne who was later identified as one of the suspects, was arrested and charged for his involvement in these crimes.

On April 17th, at approximately 1:45 p.m., Trumbull Police received several calls reporting the theft, and shoppers were alarmed by the loud noise of the shattering glass that was mistakenly thought to be a gunshot. It was later determined that no weapons were involved, and no injuries were reported. Trumbull detectives collected evidence, interviewed numerous witnesses, and investigated this incident where over $85,000 worth of jewelry was reported to have been stolen. Detectives were able to identify and locate the suspect vehicle which led to the identification and involvement of Thorbourne, which led to his arrest. Police are continuing their investigation into identifying the remaining involved suspects.

Thorbourne, who was already incarcerated and being arraigned in Bridgeport Superior Court for other crimes, was processed and charged with Larceny in the 1st, degree, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny in the 1st degree, Criminal Mischief in the 1st degree, and Breach of Peace. He was held on a $250,000 and arraigned in Bridgeport Superior Court on Thursday, November 7.

Anyone with further information on this theft are asked to contact the Trumbull Police Department at (203) 261-3665. Tips can also be sent anonymously via Citizen Observer/tip411 text message to the Trumbull Police Department, by texting the keyword TRUMBULLPD and your tip to 847411 or Anonymous Internet tips can be sent to Town of Trumbull Police website at https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/225/Submit-Anonymous.

Swatting Incident Reported at St. Joseph High School

On October 30, 2024, the Police Department responded to a suspected swatting call at St. Joseph High School, where a report claimed a man was seen outside with a gun. As a precaution, the school was placed on lockdown, and officers conducted a thorough search of the area and facility.

Following their investigation, police confirmed there was no immediate threat to students or the public, and no individual matching the description was located. The Police Department advises the public to stay informed and avoid the area during such incidents to allow emergency services to complete necessary safety checks.

Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 26 in Westport and Trumbull

National Prescription Drug TAKE BACK DAY. Turn in your unused or expired prescription medication for safe disposal.

In 5 minutes, you can save a life! Visit TPAUD, Trumbull’s Prevention Partnership, at Drug Take Back Day on October 26, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Trumbull EMS for a FREE, 5-minute Narcan training. Receive a FREE Narcan kit and lockbox (while supplies last).

DATE: Saturday, October 26, 2024

TIME: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

LOCATION: Trumbull EMS, 250 Middlebrooks Ave, Trumbull CT.

Drive-Thru available in rear of building

Westport PD Teams with the Drug Enforcement Administration

for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Westport, CT – On Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Westport Police
Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host DEA’s National Prescription
Drug Take Back Day at locations across the country. DEA and its partners will collect tablets,
capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs.
For more than a decade, the event has helped Americans easily rid their homes of unneeded
medications—those that are old, unwanted, or expired—that too often become a gateway to
addiction.
Take Back Day offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at close to 5,000
local drop-off locations nationwide.

What: National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

When: Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Who: Westport Police Department

Where: Westport Center for Senior Activities, 21 Imperial Avenue
In partnership with local law enforcement, Take Back Day has removed 9,285 tons of medication
from circulation since its inception.
Collection sites will not accept syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough
syrup, should remain sealed in their original container. The cap must be tightly sealed to prevent
leakage.

For more information and to find a collection site near you, visit www.DEATakeBack.com.

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