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Fairfield Man Nabbed With Child Porn In Stratford, Police Say Fairfield Man Nabbed With Child Porn In Stratford, Police Say
Fairfield Man Nabbed With Child Porn In Stratford, Police Say A man was charged with alleged possession of child pornography following a months-long investigation in Connecticut. Matthew Wood, age 50, of Fairfield, was arrested on Friday, Dec. 22, by Stratford Police. In October, Stratford detectives, using software to target suspects obtaining child sexual abuse material, initiated an investigation into Wood, said Stratford Police Capt. Frank Eannotti. Detectives from Stratford and Fairfield Police developed probable cause for the arrest of Wood after he was found to have a device containing at least 50 images of child sexual abu…
Know Him? Photos Released Of Stratford Car Burglary Suspect Know Him? Photos Released Of Stratford Car Burglary Suspect
Know Him? Photos Released Of Stratford Car Burglary Suspect Authorities are asking for the public's help in finding a suspect accused of breaking into a car in Stratford.  The vehicle burglary happened on Sunday, Sept. 24 in the area of Highland Avenue, Stratford Police announced on Tuesday, Sept. 26.  Anyone with information regarding the incident or the suspect's identity is asked to contact Detective Policano at JPolicano@townofstratford.com. All tips will remain confidential, police said. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
Man Nabbed For Sexual Assault Of Young Relative In Stratford, Police Say Man Nabbed For Sexual Assault Of Young Relative In Stratford, Police Say
Man Nabbed For Sexual Assault Of Young Relative In Stratford, Police Say A Connecticut man has been charged with the sexual assault of a young relative for several years in Fairfield County.  New Haven County resident Luis Bonilla, age 31, of Ansonia, turned himself in to Stratford Police on Tuesday, Sept. 5 following a two-month investigation. According to Lt. Robert Burroughs, of the Stratford Police, an adult woman filed a complaint with the department in July alleging she was sexually assaulted by Bonila for several years. The woman accused Bonilla of sexually assaulting her since the age of 14 years old. After an investigation into the alleg…
Infant Assault: Fairfield Man Charged With Abusing Baby In Stratford, Police Say Infant Assault: Fairfield Man Charged With Abusing Baby In Stratford, Police Say
Infant Assault: Fairfield Man Charged With Abusing Baby In Stratford, Police Say A Fairfield County man has been charged with physically assaulting a 3-month-old boy after having an argument. Luis Companiony, age 21, of Bridgeport, was arrested by Stratford Police following a two-month investigation into a complaint filed by a family member. According to Stratford Police Lt. Robert Burroughs, In July, the department received a complaint from the child's aunt from Bridgeport Hospital that the baby had sustained bruising on his leg, and arms and possibly had broken ribs caused by Companiony. The woman accused Companiony of assaulting the child after an argument whil…
Fatal Crash: Man In Custody After Hitting Woman In Stratford, Police Say Fatal Crash: Man In Custody After Hitting Woman In Stratford, Police Say
Fatal Crash: Man In Custody After Hitting Woman In Stratford, Police Say A Fairfield County man has been charged in connection with a fatal crash. The collision, which took place on the town line of Stratford and Bridgeport on Thursday, Aug. 10, killed a 25-year-old Stratford woman who was walking along the roadway. According to Capt. Frank Eannotti of the Stratford Police, officers responded to a report that a woman had been struck and killed by a vehicle that was driving west on Lordship Boulevard.  The offending driver was identified as Daniel Camacho, age 32, of Bridgeport, Eannotti said. Camacho was taken into custody and charged with …
Stratford Brothers Throw Assault Rifle Out Car Window Fleeing Traffic Stop, Police Say Stratford Brothers Throw Assault Rifle Out Car Window Fleeing Traffic Stop, Police Say
Stratford Brothers Throw Assault Rifle Out Car Window Fleeing Traffic Stop, Police Say Two Fairfield County brothers have been arrested for allegedly throwing an illegal assault rifle out of a car window while fleeing from a traffic stop. Charlie Echevarria, age 28, and Moses Echevarria, age 24, both of Stratford, were arrested on Lenox Avenue on Sunday, June 11, said Lt. Robert Burroughs, of the Stratford Police. Burroughs said the arrest stems from an incident on Tuesday, May 23 when while fleeing from police they threw a duffel bag out the car window that contained an assault rifle. The weapon, which did not have a serial number is considered a Ghost Gun, Burroughs said…
Know Them?: Police Release Video Of Stratford Shooting Suspects Know Them?: Police Release Video Of Stratford Shooting Suspects
Know Them?: Police Release Video Of Stratford Shooting Suspects Police in Fairfield County are asking the public for help identifying three men caught on video who are suspects in a shooting. The shooting took place in Stratford on Frank Avenue near Benjamin Street on Friday, May 19. Stratford Police shared the video on Facebook on Thursday, May 25 in hopes of someone recognizing them. Police did reveal information regarding the shooting or if anyone was injured. The men are all wearing head coverings, sweatshirts -- one with skulls -- and long pants.  If you can identify any of the men contact Detective Santoro at SSantoro@townofstratford.…
Fight At Stratford Gym Ends With Gun Drawn, 2 Arrests, Police Say Fight At Stratford Gym Ends With Gun Drawn, 2 Arrests, Police Say
Fight At Stratford Gym Ends With Gun Drawn, 2 Arrests, Police Say Two Fairfield County men were arrested after getting into a fight at a popular Stratford gym with one pulling a gun. The incident took place in Stratford around 1:30 p.m., Saturday, April 29 at the Esporta Fitness located at the 411 Barnum Avenue Cutoff. According to Capt. Frank Eannotti of the Stratford Police, officers responded to the gym for a disturbance call. During the incident, one of the people involved, Emmanuel Rivera, age 21, of Bridgeport pulled a firearm and threatened the other in the gym, Eannotti said. Rivera was immediately taken into custody as he attempt…
Fatal Crash Update: 30-Year-Old From Stratford Remembered As 'Superb Athlete' Fatal Crash Update: 30-Year-Old From Stratford Remembered As 'Superb Athlete'
Fatal Crash Update: 30-Year-Old From Stratford Remembered As 'Superb Athlete' A 30-year-old Fairfield County man killed in a crash is being remembered as a superb athlete and devoted father. Marc "Markey" Desruisseaux,  a graduate of Stratford High School, was killed on Thursday, April 13 at the intersection of Main Street and West Board Street when his motorcycle was hit by a Corvette, according to the Stratford Police. According to his obituary, Desruisseaux was a superb athlete as some would say “ Super Star." After high school, he continued to pursue a career as a football player. He went to Milford Academy of New York and then to Snow College in …
21-Year-Old Caught With Child Sex Videos, Photos, Police Say: Stratford Resident Charged 21-Year-Old Caught With Child Sex Videos, Photos, Police Say: Stratford Resident Charged
21-Year-Old Caught With Child Sex Videos, Photos, Police Say: Stratford Resident Charged A Fairfield County man has been charged with allegedly downloading more than 100 child-sex videos of underage girls. Joel Marquez, age 21, of Stratford, was arrested on Wednesday, April 19, and charged with possession of child pornography, said the Stratford Police on Facebook. Stratford detectives, who are members of the Internet Crimes Task Force, investigated Marquez’s actions which led to a search warrant for his electronic devices, police said. The warrant search revealed Marquez had downloaded 22 photos and 117 videos showing pubescent and prepubescent girls in sex acts, police said.…
Bank Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Incident In Stratford Bank Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Incident In Stratford
Bank Robbery: Suspect Nabbed After Incident In Stratford A Fairfield County man has been charged with robbery after witnesses and video surveillance identified him.  Scott Watkins, age 41, was arrested by warrant on Wednesday, April 5 for an armed robbery that occurred in Stratford at the Milford Savings Bank located on Main Street in Paradise Green on Thursday, March 23, said Capt. Frank Eannotti, of the Stratford Police. He made off with $2,250, Eannotti said. He was incarcerated for another crime at the time of his arrest and charged with robbery and larceny and was arraigned in court at the time of his arrest, Eannotti said.
Shooting Suspect On Loose In Stratford, Man Hospitalized: Police Shooting Suspect On Loose In Stratford, Man Hospitalized: Police
Shooting Suspect On Loose In Stratford, Man Hospitalized: Police Police are searching for the suspect of a shooting in Stratford that left one man in the hospital.  The shooting happened on Thursday, Jan. 19 around 11:20 p.m., when several shots were fired at a residence on Priscilla Lane, hitting a man and giving him non-life-threatening injuries, according to Stratford Police.  The victim, who was not identified, was taken to a local hospital for his wounds and is expected to be released. One vehicle that drove away from the scene of the shooting is known to be involved in the incident, which is still being investigated.  Anyone with a…
Suspect Nabbed For Carjacking, Assault At Gas Station In Fairfield County Suspect Nabbed For Carjacking, Assault At Gas Station In Fairfield County
Suspect Nabbed For Carjacking, Assault At Gas Station In Fairfield County Police have apprehended a man wanted for months following a carjacking and assault at a gas station in Fairfield County. The incident took place in Stratford on Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, at the Citgo gas station located on Main Street. According to Capt. Frank Eannotti, of the Stratford Police, the victim left her vehicle running with the driver's door slightly ajar while getting gas. An SUV pulled up next to her vehicle and the suspect, identified as Tayvion Hart, age 19, of New Haven, got into the driver seat of her car, Eannotti said. The victim realized what was happening and ran to the…
Charges Pending After Victim Dies Following 2-Vehicle Fairfield County Crash Charges Pending After Victim Dies Following 2-Vehicle Fairfield County Crash
Charges Pending After Victim Dies Following 2-Vehicle Fairfield County Crash Charges are pending for a Fairfield County man after a man died following a two-vehicle crash. The crash took place in Stratford around 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 18 in the area of South Ave and Spada Boulevard. Upon arrival by police, an investigation determined that a Honda driven by Jamar Blackburn, age 38, of Bridgeport, exited I-95 south and crashed into a Ford driven by Jason Fonseca-Kennedy, age 26, of Waterbury in New Haven County, said Capt. Frank Eannotti of the Stratford Police. The Ford pickup driven by Kennedy rolled over and the Honda driven by Blackburn ca…
Suspect On Run After Juvenile Killed At Large Fairfield County Birthday Party, Police Say Suspect On Run After Juvenile Killed At Large Fairfield County Birthday Party, Police Say
Suspect On Run After Juvenile Killed At Large Fairfield County Birthday Party, Police Say A suspect is on the run after a male juvenile was killed during a shooting at a large 13th birthday party at a banquet hall in Fairfield County. The shooting took place in Fairfield at the Calvin United Church banquet hall on Kings Highway East around 10:30 p.m., Saturday, July 9. First arriving officers located an unresponsive male victim in the hall and immediately began lifesaving measures. The victim was transported to Saint Vincent’s Medical Center by AMR where he died as a result of his injuries, said Lt. Michael Paris of the Fairfield Police.  Soon after, police received n…
Gunfire Erupts Inside Fairfield County Walgreens, Police Say Gunfire Erupts Inside Fairfield County Walgreens, Police Say
Gunfire Erupts Inside Fairfield County Walgreens, Police Say Police in Fairfield County are investigating a shooting that took place at a Walgreens. The incident happened in Stratford around 3:20 p.m., Sunday, June 12 at the store located at 1606 Barnum Ave. Officers responded after gunfire erupted in the store, said Capt. Frank Eannotti of the Stratford Police. "During the incident, several persons were involved in the shooting and at this time some of the involved parties have been identified by investigators," Eannotti said. There are no life-threatening injuries reported and the investigation is active and ongoing, Eannotti said. Police did no…
Large CT Beach Brawl Leads To Officers Being Assaulted, Police Say Large CT Beach Brawl Leads To Officers Being Assaulted, Police Say
Large CT Beach Brawl Leads To Officers Being Assaulted, Police Say Police had to shut down a public beach after extremely large crowds of some 500 people became unruly and numerous fights broke out in which officers were allegedly attacked in Connecticut. The incident took place in New Haven County in Milford at Walnut Beach around 6:30 p.m. When Milford Police arrived at the beach and attempted to address the problems, they became quickly overwhelmed by the large, unruly crowd and were assaulted, said the Milford Police Department. Two of our officers’ body cameras were pulled from the officers’ uniforms as they were knocked to the ground, police said. …
Scammer, Robbery Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County Scammer, Robbery Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County
Scammer, Robbery Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County Police in Fairfield County are warning people who sell items online to use care when making the sale in person after a recent robbery. The robbery took place in Stratford on Saturday, April 23 when the victim placed an ad on Facebook Marketplace to sell an iPhone. When the victim went to meet the suspect at a prearranged location, the suspect allegedly assaulted the seller while displaying a handgun and made off with the phone, said Capt. Frank Eannotti, of the Stratford Police. The Stratford Police Detective Bureau with the assistance of the Bridgeport Police Department Task Force id…
Know Them? Two Wanted For Installing Skimming Device On Fairfield Couty ATM Know Them? Two Wanted For Installing Skimming Device On Fairfield Couty ATM
Know Them? Two Wanted For Installing Skimming Device On Fairfield Couty ATM Police are asking the public for help identifying two men who allegedly installed a skimmer on an ATM machine in Fairfield County. The skimmer was discovered in Stratford at the 7-Eleven in Paradise Green.  The skimming device was attached to one of the readers from Tuesday, April 26 to Thursday, April 28, said the Stratford Police. "This device will only record card numbers if the card was swiped along the magnetic strip," said the Stratford Police on Facebook.  The device does not record card numbers if the card was inserted in the chip reader or if the touchless feature was u…
Five Fairfield County Businesses Busted For Selling Alcohol To A Minor, Police Say Five Fairfield County Businesses Busted For Selling Alcohol To A Minor, Police Say
Five Fairfield County Businesses Busted For Selling Alcohol To A Minor, Police Say Five Fairfield County businesses were found to allegedly be in violation of liquor laws during a compliance check by police. The checks were carried out in Stratford on Thursday, April 28, using an underage youth to enter the establishments and try and purchase alcohol, said Capt. Frank Eannotti, of the Stratford Police. A total of 21 businesses were checked, of those, four of the businesses were cited in violation of the law prohibiting the sale of alcohol to someone under 21 years old. The other violation was for the sale of alcohol without a permit, Eannotti said.  The businesses c…
Police Officer In Fairfield County Suspended Following Arrest On Explosives, Weapons Charges Police Officer In Fairfield County Suspended Following Arrest On Explosives, Weapons Charges
Police Officer In Fairfield County Suspended Following Arrest On Explosives, Weapons Charges A police officer in Fairfield County charged with illegally possessing explosives and an assault weapon has been placed on leave. David Rivera of the New Canaan PD was charged on Thursday, April 28, in his hometown of Stratford after quantities of high explosives were found improperly stored in his home, said Joseph T. Corradino, Fairfield State's Attorney. Following the search and charges, the New Canaan Police Department placed Rivera on leave on Wednesday, April 27, said Chief Leon Krolikowski, of the New Canaan Police. He is prohibited from serving as an active-duty New Canaan off…
Investigation Temporarily Closes Beach In Fairfield County Investigation Temporarily Closes Beach In Fairfield County
Investigation Temporarily Closes Beach In Fairfield County An investigation into suspicious or hazardous materials led police to close an area of a popular Fairfield County beach for a short time. The incident took place in Stratford at Short Beach on Tuesday, April 26. The Stratford Police with the assistance of the Connecticut State Police conducted part of an ongoing investigation which led officers to the area of Short Beach to investigate suspicious or hazardous materials, said Capt. Frank Eannotti, of the Stratford Police. "This activity was part of a larger in-progress investigation," Eannotti said. "At this time the beach is…
Fairfield County Man Involved In Car Theft Ring Sentenced To Federal Prison Fairfield County Man Involved In Car Theft Ring Sentenced To Federal Prison
Fairfield County Man Involved In Car Theft Ring Sentenced To Federal Prison A Fairfield County man is heading to federal prison for his role in an auto theft ring that targeted wealthy neighborhoods. Stratford resident Edwin Cordero, age 21, was sentenced Monday, April 18 to 30 months behind bars by US District Judge Kari A. Dooley in Bridgeport. Cordero was arrested Thursday, Dec. 2 after Stratford Police said he was a passenger in a stolen Porsche that fled when police attempted to stop it. During the pursuit the driver, Christopher Mulkern, rammed a car stopped at a red light, drove onto a sidewalk, and struck a second vehicle, causing it to flip onto its ro…
School Bus Driver In Fairfield County Faces DUI Charge After Crash School Bus Driver In Fairfield County Faces DUI Charge After Crash
School Bus Driver In Fairfield County Faces DUI Charge After Crash A Fairfield County school bus driver has been charged with putting 26 middle school students at risk when he crashed into a FedEx van. Harold Bollings, age 64, of Stratford, was arrested on Tuesday, March 1, on a warrant for the incident which took place on Wednesday, Jan. 12 in Stratford. The crash took place in the area of 3241 Main St., said Captain Frank Eannotti, of the Stratford Police. At the time of the crash, Bolling was driving a school bus with 26 students aboard, said Eannotti. During the crash, the school bus struck a FedEx truck and came to rest on a property on Main St…
Social Media Threat Targeting Schools Under Investigation In Fairfield County Social Media Threat Targeting Schools Under Investigation In Fairfield County
Social Media Threat Targeting Schools Under Investigation In Fairfield County Police in Fairfield County say a threat posted on social media targeting two area schools was deemed not credible. The threat was made Monday, Dec. 20 against Stratford's two middle schools, police said. Stratford Police said the Detective Bureau investigated the threat and found it not to be credible.  They also reminded residents that all threats are taken seriously and fully investigated. As a precaution, there will be a police presence at both middle schools at the start of the day on Tuesday, Dec. 21, officials said. School officials did not immediately respond to comment. The…
Fairfield County Men Used Stolen Credit Cards To Purchase $3.7K Worth Of Items, Police Say Fairfield County Men Used Stolen Credit Cards To Purchase $3.7K Worth Of Items, Police Say
Fairfield County Men Used Stolen Credit Cards To Purchase $3.7K Worth Of Items, Police Say Police in Fairfield County are asking the public for help identifying two men who allegedly used stolen debit cards to purchase over $3,000 worth of items. Stratford Police said the cards, which were stolen from a secured locker at the Edge Fitness Club in Stratford, were used at Dick's Spring Goods at the Milford Mall on Monday, Nov. 1. The men were caught on surveillance seen leaving the mall with a large box of clothing worth $3,700, police said. They left the mall in a silver minivan. One man is described as being 20-25, with light hair, a white t-shirt, and blue skinny jeans, with…
Fairfield County Gang Member Pleads Guilty In Courthouse Shooting Fairfield County Gang Member Pleads Guilty In Courthouse Shooting
Fairfield County Gang Member Pleads Guilty In Courthouse Shooting A Fairfield County gang member pleaded guilty to racketeering offenses stemming from murder and other violent crimes. Tyiese Warren, also known as “Loose Screw,” age 21, of Bridgeport, pleaded guilty on Monday, Oct. 25 to the crimes he committed as a member of a Bridgeport gang, said Leonard C Boyle, acting US Attorney for the District of Connecticut. Warren was busted during a wide-ranging investigation conducted by the FBI, ATF, DEA, US Marshals Service, and Bridgeport Police into multiple Bridgeport-based gangs whose members are involved in narcotics trafficking, murder, and other acts o…
Three Vehicles Stolen From Fairfield County Auto Dealership, Police Say Three Vehicles Stolen From Fairfield County Auto Dealership, Police Say
Three Vehicles Stolen From Fairfield County Auto Dealership, Police Say Three vehicles were stolen from a Fairfield County auto dealership. Stratford Police said officers responded to a reported burglary at Blasius South, a dealership at 280 Ferry Blvd., around 4 a.m., Sunday, August 1, after an unknown person or group of people forced their way into the business. Possibly three cars were stolen from the dealership, said Capt. Frank Eannotti.  He said the building was also damaged during the theft. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact investigators at 203-385-4100 or 203-385-4140.
Man Arrested In Connection With Fairfield County Vehicle Burglary, Theft, Police Say Man Arrested In Connection With Fairfield County Vehicle Burglary, Theft, Police Say
Man Arrested In Connection With Fairfield County Vehicle Burglary, Theft, Police Say A Fairfield County man has been arrested for allegedly stealing one vehicle and credit cards from a second. Christopher Mulkern, age 21, of Stratford, was arrested on Thursday, July 8, for the incident which took place in December 2020 in Darien, said Sgt. James Palmieri. According to Palmieri, after the December incident, officers were investigating an auto larceny at 2 Whaling Road in Darien where a messenger bag was taken from a parked motor vehicle.  Reported missing was a wallet with bank cards and identifications, police said. The victim reported the cards had been used since be…
Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County Shooting, Police Say Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County Shooting, Police Say
Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County Shooting, Police Say A Fairfield County man has been arrested for a shooting that took place earlier this month. Kevin Beason, age 23, of Stratford was arrested on Thursday, June 17 by Stratford Police in connection with a shooting that occurred on Garibaldi Avenue on Tuesday, June 1. Beason was arrested on a warrant and held on a $250,000 dollar bond, said Stratford PD Capt Frank Eannotti.  He was charged with: Criminal attempt at assault Reckless endangerment Weapon in a motor vehicle Criminal possession of a firearm Carrying a pistol without a permit Beason is scheduled to appear in court i…
Man Killed After Crashing Into Utility Pole In Stratford Man Killed After Crashing Into Utility Pole In Stratford
Man Killed After Crashing Into Utility Pole In Stratford A major road in Fairfield County is closed during the investigation of a fatal crash in which a man was killed after hitting a utility pole. The crash took place around 12:45 a.m., Monday, May 3, on Access Road near Lordship Boulevard in Stratford, said the Stratford Police. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The name of the individual is being withheld at this time pending family notification. The scene is active and traffic will be rerouted as necessary during the investigation, police said. "At this time there is no access to Lordship Boulevard (“Burma Road”) please use alternat…