Norwalk Police Seize 10.75 Pounds of Illegal Cannabis at Kings Tobacco & Vape; One Arrested

NORWALK — On October 30, 2025, the Norwalk Police Special Services Division executed a search and seizure warrant at Kings Tobacco & Vape, 2 Main Street, as part of an investigation into smoke shops suspected of selling cannabis without a state license. Investigators recovered 10.75 pounds of illegal marijuana and cannabis items—including 5.35 lbs flower, 2.61 lbs edibles, and 2.79 lbs THC vape products—from throughout the store, including a locked safe, along with $4,632 in cash; they also seized four nitrous oxide canisters, noting FDA warnings that inhalation misuse can cause serious injury or death. Police arrested Alzanam Belal Almutasim, 20, of Yonkers, NY, on charges of Violation of restricted substances; Possession with intent to sell over 1 kg of…

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ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUES TRUMP ADMINSITRATION FOR ILLEGALLY SUSPENDING SNAP BENEFITS

Coalition Urges Court to Immediately Restore SNAP Funding Relied Upon by 42 Million Americans (Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of 21 other attorneys general and three governors today in filing a lawsuit against the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and its Secretary Brooke Rollins for unlawfully suspending the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which helps more than 40 million Americans buy food, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. “Trump is stealing food from hungry Connecticut families—it’s unconscionable, unlawful, and we’re going to court today to free these funds. There are billions of dollars in contingency funds, paid for by taxpayers and appropriated by Congress sitting there to help American families buy food at a time…

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Norwalk Driver Charged in July Pedestrian Death

NORWALK — Norwalk Police arrested Marc Owens, 56, of Norwalk, in connection with a fatal pedestrian crash on July 12, 2025 that claimed the life of 84-year-old Josephine Pimpinella. At 10:16 a.m., multiple 911 calls reported a pedestrian struck by a pickup truck near 133 Connecticut Avenue. First responders from Norwalk Police, Fire, and Norwalk Hospital EMS found Ms. Pimpinella with serious injuries after she was hit while crossing the driveway entrance; she was transported to Norwalk Hospital, where she later died. The Crash Reconstruction Unit and detectives processed the scene, gathered evidence, canvassed for witnesses and surveillance, and conducted a forensic reconstruction. Following the investigation, Officer Wasilewski obtained an arrest warrant; on October 28, 2025, Owens turned himself in…

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Hurricane Melissa Relief Drive: NaturalAnnie Essentials Candle Bar Named Bridgeport Drop-Off Site for Jamaica Donations

NaturalAnnie essentials Candle Bar is working with the Jamaican American Connection Inc. (JAC)& American Friends of Jamaica to serve as a drop off location to collect donations for families in Jamaica impacted by Hurricane Melissa. Check the second slide to see all the non-monetary donations needed. Every contribution makes a difference!  DROP OFF HOURS: Friday: 5 PM - 7:30 PM Saturday: 12 PM - 7:30 PM Sunday: 1 PM - 3 PM  LOCATION: NATURALANNIE ESSENTIALS CANDLE BAR 1313 Connecticut Ave, Studio 1-1, Bridgeport CT PHONE: 203.549.1109

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Westport Police Department Arrests Four in Connection with Stolen Vehicle and Recovered Firearm

WESTPORT — On Tuesday, October 27, 2025, at about 8:52 p.m., Westport officers received license plate reader alerts indicating a reported stolen vehicle in the Saugatuck area. An officer located the vehicle traveling northbound on Saugatuck Avenue and, with a second officer’s assistance, conducted a felony high-risk stop near Riverside Avenue and Post Road West. The four occupants complied with commands and were removed from the vehicle without incident. A search of the passenger compartment uncovered a firearm on the rear floor below the driver’s seat. Police say the vehicle, a Toyota Scion, had been reported stolen in Branford on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The recovered firearm was a “ghost gun” assembled from assorted parts with no serial number; it…

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Westport Police Department Offers Halloween Safety Reminders

(Westport, CT) As Halloween quickly approaches, the Westport Police Department wishes to take the opportunity to offer our residents and visitors some basic reminders intended to promote a safe experience for all.We always ask that motorists drive with care and caution through our neighborhoods, but especially on Halloween when our streets are certain to be filled with trick-or-treaters. Slow down, don’t drive distracted, be mindful of pedestrians, use extra caution when exiting driveways and please drive sober. Drivers should be focused on the road ahead and prepared to react quickly to a variety of unanticipated situations. Trick-or-treaters should walk safely and opt for costumes that do not limit their field of vision while also maximizing visibility to traffic. We strongly…

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