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Norwalk Police Execute Search Warrant at Vape Shop

Norwalk Police Execute Search Warrant at Local Vape and Tobacco Shop On October 20, 2026, members of the Norwalk Police Department’s Special Services Division executed a search and seizure warrant at SONO Vape and Tobacco, located at 82-85 Washington Street, following an investigation into suspected illegal cannabis sales. The investigation determined that the business was selling marijuana flower and other THC-containing products without the required state-issued cannabis license. During the execution of the search warrant, officers located multiple packages of THC gummies and marijuana flower behind the sales counter. A subsequent search of the business’s rear storage area uncovered additional quantities of marijuana flower and THC gummies packaged in plastic bags. U.S. Currency was also located in the register. As…

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Norwalk Man Arrested After Hit-and-Run Incident

Oct 21, 2026 Alex

Motor Vehicle Evading Accident Arrest On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, Patrol officers responded to the area of Cross Street and Wilton Avenue for a reported motor vehicle accident involving two juvenile pedestrians. According to the initial report, a black Mini Cooper struck two juveniles who were crossing the street and then fled the scene. Both juveniles were transported to Norwalk Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Responding officers interviewed witnesses and reviewed surveillance footage from the surrounding area. The vehicle was located a short time later, and the operator, identified as Joseph Campbell, subsequently turned himself in to police. Arrested: Joseph Campbell, 68, of Norwalk, CT. Charges: Evading Responsibility with serious physical injury, Evading Responsibility with physical injury, Failure to obey traffic…

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Man Arrested Following Series of Prowler Complaints

Oct 20, 2026 Alex

On Monday, October 19, 2026, Norwalk Police Detectives arrested Frank Williams, 40, of Norwalk following a lengthy investigation into a series of prowler complaints at 8 Oakwood Avenue. Since July 14, 2026, Norwalk patrol officers have responded to 8 Oakwood Avenue on seven occasions for reports of suspicious activity. During the investigations, residents reported seeing an unknown male walking along the rear balconies of the condominium complex and looking into condos. The incidents primarily occurred in the evening and overnight. Patrol officers conducted proactive patrols while detectives continued the investigation. On September 17, 2026, at 11:02 PM, patrol officers responded to another prowler complaint at the same location. The suspect was seen looking into condos and walking along multiple balconies…

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Two Arrested for Illegal Cannibas Sales

Oct 14, 2026 Alex

Two Arrested Following Investigation into Illegal Cannabis Sales at Local Vape Shop On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, members of the Special Services Division served a search warrant at A-to-Z Tobacco Vape located at 108 Connecticut Avenue. This is part of an ongoing investigation into the illegal sale of marijuana and THC products from A-to-Z Tobacco and Vape. Investigators located several pop-top style containers of marijuana, pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes, and KRATOM, a Schedule I narcotic. Investigators found a fake wall, which locked and unlocked with a remote-controlled magnet. A large amount of marijuana flower and THC cannabis products were located inside. Items seized were as follows: -12.5 pounds of marijuana flower and THC products -926 capsules totaling 562.6 grams of Kratom.…

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Two Individuals Arrested Following Drug Investigation

Oct 2, 2026 Alex

On September 30, 2026, a Norwalk Police Canine Officer conducted a motor vehicle stop in the area of Spring Hill Avenue and Loomis Street. The occupants were identified as Charles Piazza and Melissa Kozma. Over the past several months, the Norwalk Police Department Special Services Division had been conducting an investigation into Piazza and Kozma for selling large quantities of narcotics, including cocaine, crack cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl, throughout the City of Norwalk. As a result of the investigation, both Piazza and Kozma had active arrest warrants. During the motor vehicle stop, officers observed drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. During a police canine search of the vehicle, the following items were located: (41.50) grams of powdered cocaine, (4.44) grams of…

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Norwalk Police Seize 96 Lb. of Cannabis

Sep 19, 2026 Alex

Norwalk Police Seize 96 Pounds of Cannabis and More Than $135,000 in Cash During Search Warrant Execution On Thursday, September 17, 2026, members of the Norwalk Police Department’s Special Services Division executed a search and seizure warrant at 23 Glenwood Avenue in Norwalk, Connecticut. The warrant resulted from a long-term investigation into several vape and tobacco shops operating within the City of Norwalk. During the course of the investigation, investigators identified the residence at 23 Glenwood Avenue as a suspected stash house believed to be used to store a large quantity of cannabis products. Investigators determined that the residence was being used to store and supply cannabis products for distribution to multiple vape and tobacco shops in Norwalk and Stamford.…

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Suspect Arrested Following City Hall Restroom Recording

Sep 18, 2026 Alex

On August 17, 2026, at 1:27 PM, Norwalk Patrol Officers were dispatched to Norwalk City Hall, 125 East Avenue, following a report of a suspicious person. Norwalk Combined Dispatch advised responding officers that a male suspect had entered a women’s restroom, used a cell phone to record an individual inside, and then fled the area. Upon arrival, officers met with the victim, who reported that while inside a stall in the women’s restroom, an individual held a cell phone underneath the stall and appeared to be recording. The suspect then fled the area. Responding officers searched the surrounding area for the suspect but were unable to locate him. Norwalk Police Detectives assumed the investigation and responded to City Hall. Detectives…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES FUNDING TO SUPPORT THE REDEVELOPMENT OF 12 UNUSED, BLIGHTED PROPERTIES

Jun 19, 2026 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont announced today that his administration is releasing $15.2 million in state funding to support assessment and remediation activities at 12 blighted properties across Connecticut, helping cover the costs of cleaning up these unused, polluted parcels so they can be redeveloped and returned to productive use, including for the creation of new housing and other economic development and job growth opportunities. The grants are being distributed through the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s (DECD) Brownfield Remediation and Development Program. This round of funding will support investigation and cleanup activities on 267 acres of land and are expected to leverage more than $81 million in private investments. “By partnering with towns and developers, we…

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Norwalk Police Warn Residents Following Increase in Vehicle Thefts

Jun 13, 2026 Alex

The Norwalk Police Department is urging residents to take simple precautions after seeing an increase in vehicle thefts across the city. Police say many of the recent thefts involved unlocked vehicles or vehicles where key fobs were left inside, making them easy targets for thieves. The department is reminding residents to always lock their vehicles, remove valuables from sight, take key fobs with them whenever they exit a vehicle, and never leave a vehicle running unattended. Police also warn drivers to be especially careful at gas stations and other public locations where thieves often take advantage of distracted motorists. Officials said even small oversights can create opportunities for criminals and encouraged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity immediately.…

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Norwalk Man Arrested in Street Robbery Investigation

Jun 11, 2026 Alex

The Norwalk Police Detective Bureau has arrested a Norwalk man in connection with a robbery reported on May 19, 2026, near the intersection of Woodward Avenue and Larsen Street. According to police, patrol officers responded to the area at approximately 8:57 p.m. after a victim reported that an individual grabbed him and removed a wallet from his pants pocket. The wallet reportedly contained $300 in cash. The suspect fled before officers arrived. Detectives took over the investigation, interviewing witnesses and reviewing surveillance footage. Through their investigation, detectives identified the suspect as Willie Edwards, 59, of Norwalk. An arrest warrant was obtained through Stamford Superior Court and was signed on June 10, 2026. Later that day, detectives located Edwards and took…

Norwalk Police Execute Search Warrant at Vape Shop

Norwalk Man Arrested After Hit-and-Run Incident

Man Arrested Following Series of Prowler Complaints

Two Arrested for Illegal Cannibas Sales

Two Individuals Arrested Following Drug Investigation

Norwalk Police Seize 96 Lb. of Cannabis

Suspect Arrested Following City Hall Restroom Recording

GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES FUNDING TO SUPPORT THE REDEVELOPMENT OF 12 UNUSED, BLIGHTED PROPERTIES

Norwalk Police Warn Residents Following Increase in Vehicle Thefts

Norwalk Man Arrested in Street Robbery Investigation

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