Bridgeport News: 2nd Suspect Sought In Berkshire Avenue Homicide

#Bridgeport Connecticut--On February 24, 2017, a homicide occurred in front of 438 Berkshire Avenue, Bridgeport. Michael Watkins was struck by gunfire several times, and left at the scene. On February 25, 2017, detectives arrested Jovanne Brown for Felony Murder, but are still seeking a second person of interest. This person of interest is identified as Willard Hargrove (6/4/89). He may be operating a newer model Hyundai Sonata, white. Anyone with information regarding this homicide, or the whereabouts of Willard Hargrove is asked to call Bridgeport Police at 203-576-TIPS (8477). (Bridgeport Police Press Release)

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Westport News: Chief Makes Fraudulent Credit Card Arrest

On 02/23/17, Chief Foti Koskinas observed a vehicle in the Greens Farms Railroad Station parking lot with the blinker on, engine running and operator laid back. The Chief checked on the operator, and as the window rolled down, he immediately smelled the odor of marijuana. Other units were called to the scene and the operator was asked out of the car. The operator, Lorenzo Woods, was evasive and unable to explain why he was there. While speaking with Woods, another male approached the Officers. The second male was identified as Theophilus Brown.   The Officers determined that the two males were attempting to cash a fraudulent money order worth $1,000.00 at the Post Office. Officers located a total of 4…

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Westport News: Home Improvement Without Registration

In early October of 2016, the victim of this incident signed a proposal with contractor Jeffrey Chirillo of Chirillo Contracting, for remodeling work. The victim paid Chirillo $32,579.00 in cash and checks since 10/08/16. As of mid-January, Chirillo has not started any work at the victim’s residence nor has he provided any of the material the victim has paid him for. Based on the investigation, a warrant was submitted to Norwalk Court for Chirillo’s arrest. On 2/23/2017, Westport Officers responded to the Milford Police Department and took Jeffrey Chirillo into custody. Chirillo was transported to Westport Police Headquarters where he was processed for the above listed charges. Chirillo was held on a $75,000.00 bond with a court date of 03/07/17.…

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