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Norwalk Police Investigate Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Crash On Main Street

Motor Vehicle Accident On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at approximately 10:09 p.m., Norwalk Combined Dispatch received multiple reports of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle in the area of 169 Main Street. Officers from the Norwalk Police Department, along with personnel from the Norwalk Fire Department and Norwalk Hospital EMS, were immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, first responders located a 34-year-old male suffering from serious injuries in the roadway. Emergency medical care was provided on scene before the victim was transported by ambulance to Norwalk Hospital for further treatment. The Norwalk Police Department's Crash Reconstruction Unit and Identification Unit responded to process the scene and assume the investigation. Preliminary findings indicate that the collision occurred within the…

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Norwalk Police Arrest Man After Burglary and Explosion Threats

May 27, 2026 Alex

Residential Burglary with Threats of Explosion On May 22, 2026, Patrol Officers responded to 150 Glover Avenue following a report of a residential burglary. The resident reported that a male had entered her apartment through a sliding door and announced, “Inspection.” The resident, awakened by the sound of the door being forced open, discovered the man in her kitchen removing knives from her knife block. The suspect stole six knives, made threatening statements about the building “blowing up” and “everyone dying,” and fled the apartment. Officers quickly located the suspect outside the building. He was identified as Nicolas I. Damjanovic and was found in possession of the stolen knives. During the encounter, Damjanovic reiterated his threat, claiming that the building's…

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Norwalk Police Arrest Driver in Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash

May 20, 2026 Alex

Driver Arrested in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash That Killed Pedestrian On November 19, 2025, Patrol Officers responded to the intersection of Van Buren Avenue and Bedford Avenue after reports that a pedestrian had been struck by a motor vehicle. Responding officers determined that the pedestrian had been struck by two separate vehicles. The incident was captured on a nearby vehicle’s dashboard camera, which showed the pedestrian crossing Van Buren Avenue in the crosswalk when he was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop for the red traffic signal while turning left from Bedford Avenue onto Van Buren Avenue. Following the collision, the driver failed to stop and fled the scene. A second vehicle traveling on Van Buren Avenue subsequently struck…

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Norwalk Police Arrest Man on Family Violence Warrant

May 8, 2026 Alex

Norwalk Police Serve Domestic Arrest Warrant On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Norwalk Police Officers arrested Diedrich Hohn, who was wanted on a family violence arrest warrant. Officers also served Search Warrants at Hohn’s residence and his two vehicles. This investigation began on April 25, 2026, after the victim reported ongoing harassment and threats from Hohn. A restraining order was in place prohibiting Hohn from contacting the victim in any manner. During the execution of the Search Warrant at Hohn’s residence, officers located five glass vials containing unquantified amounts of liquid labeled Nandrolone Decanoate. Nandrolone Decanoate, also known as "Deca," is an injectable anabolic-androgenic steroid classified as a Schedule III controlled substance. Officers also located 186 capsules labeled "Winny." "Winny" is…

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Norwalk Police Roll Out Advanced 911 System With Text, Video and Real-Time Translation

Feb 28, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

NORWALK, CT — The Norwalk Police Department has officially launched a major upgrade to its 911 system, introducing new technology that allows callers to text, send live video and photos, and soon access real-time voice translation during emergencies. Police Chief James Walsh announced the rollout in partnership with the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, calling the upgrade a “progressive” step forward for emergency response in Norwalk. Text, Photos and Live Video Now Available One of the most significant enhancements is the ability for 911 callers to text dispatchers — an important feature in a diverse community like Norwalk. The system also allows callers to send photos and live video directly to dispatchers, giving first responders a clearer…

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Norwalk Patrol Officers Arrest Suspect in Early Morning Stabbing

Feb 12, 2026 Alex

NORWALK, CT — Norwalk Patrol Officers arrested a suspect following a stabbing reported early Wednesday morning near 125 South Main Street. Police were dispatched at 12:29 a.m. on February 12, 2026, after receiving a report of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim who stated he had been stabbed in the upper left chest area, just below the collarbone, and that his cell phone had been stolen during the incident. The victim was transported by ambulance to Norwalk Hospital, where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Officers broadcast a description of the suspect and reviewed surveillance footage from nearby businesses. Based on the information gathered, police located the suspect in the area of Grove Street. The suspect, identified…

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Norwalk News: Stabbing at Norwalk High School

Mar 25, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Norwalk CT--On March 24, 2023, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a call reporting a stabbing at Norwalk High School. The incident resulted in a juvenile victim being transported to Norwalk Hospital with life-threatening injuries. The Norwalk Police Department responded promptly to the call and quickly identified the suspects, who were later arrested and charged with various crimes. The Incident At around 5:00 PM on March 24, 2023, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a call reporting a stabbing at Norwalk High School. Patrol Officers were immediately dispatched to the location and found a juvenile victim on the football field. The officers rendered aid to the victim until Norwalk Hospital EMS arrived on the scene. The victim was then transported to Norwalk Hospital with…

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Fairfield Detective And Son Of Norwalk Mayor Arrested

May 26, 2017 Stephen Krauchick

#Fairfield CT--Fairfield Police Press Release: Over the last several weeks the Fairfield Police Department has been conducting both an internal investigation and a separate criminal investigation into the misappropriation of drug evidence by a Police Detective within the organization. This investigation has culminated in the arrest on a warrant today of Detective Stephen Rilling, age 40, on the charges of Computer Crime 3 rd degree, Larceny in the 2 nd degree, Forgery in the 2 nd degree, Possession of Narcotics, False entry by an officer or agent of a Public Community and Tampering with evidence. He was processed and released after posting a $5,000 court imposed bond. The inappropriate actions came to the attention of the department on…

Norwalk Police Investigate Hit-And-Run Pedestrian Crash On Main Street

Norwalk Police Arrest Man After Burglary and Explosion Threats

Norwalk Police Arrest Driver in Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash

Norwalk Police Arrest Man on Family Violence Warrant

Norwalk Police Roll Out Advanced 911 System With Text, Video and Real-Time Translation

Norwalk Patrol Officers Arrest Suspect in Early Morning Stabbing

Norwalk News: Stabbing at Norwalk High School

Fairfield Detective And Son Of Norwalk Mayor Arrested

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