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Milford News: Domestic Violence

Mar 15, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Milford CT--On March 11, 2023, officers responded to the Devon Motel for a disturbance. Officers spoke to the victim who stated that they got into an argument with Edwin Rivera of Bridgeport and they attempted to leave the room. Rivera grabbed them by the neck and slammed them onto the bed, where he held them down by the neck and refused to allow them to leave. The victim’s earring was ripped out of their ear during the struggle. The victim had injuries to their neck, ear and cheek. Rivera was charged with Assault 3rd Degree, Unlawful Restraint 2nd Degree, and Disorderly Conduct. BOND: $10,000 This news report is made possible by:

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Milford News: Fighting With Mall Security

Mar 1, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Milford CT--On February 25, 2023, officers responded to the Connecticut Post Mall for a report of a large fight. Upon arrival, they observed Lamont Jefferson, 18 of Derby causing a disturbance with Mall Security officers. Security said that they were attempting to break up a large fight when Jefferson became combative and refused to leave when asked by security. He was taken into custody and charged with Criminal Trespass 3rd Degree Breach of Peace 2nd Degree. He was released on a promise to appear in court. This press release was made possible by:

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Milford News: Violation of a Criminal Protective Order

Mar 1, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Milford CT-- On February 24, 2023, officers responded to a Robert Treat Drive residence for two 911 hangups where screaming was heard in the background. Officers learned that the resident had a full no-contact protective order against Keddy Rivera, 28 of Bridgeport. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the victim who appeared in distress and said that Rivera was in the apartment. They found Rivera in the rear bedroom, and he was taken into custody. Rivera was processed and posted bond for his release. On February 25, 2023, at 11:16 am, police received several calls to the non-emergency number from the victim. The victim sounded out of breath and panicked but said that everything was fine and hung up. Officers responded…

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Milford News: Multiple Charges

Feb 15, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Milford CT--On February 11, 2023, police received a call that a male had stolen a license plate off a truck and slashed tires at 440 Wheelers Farm Road. Officers found 8 vans damaged, including plates stolen, tires slashed and broken mirrors. A short time later, officers responded to a W. Rutland Road address. The caller stated that they believed Ryan Finch was driving intoxicated. While officers were speaking to the caller, Finch drove at a high rate of speed into the driveway and onto the front lawn. Finch was in the driver’s seat holding an alcoholic beverage. During the investigation, it was determined that Finch was responsible for the damage at 440 Wheelers Farm Road and was intoxicated. He was…

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Milford News: Fight!

Feb 10, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Milford CT--On February 8, 2023, officers were dispatched to the area of Bridgeport Avenue and Naugatuck Avenue for a report of a fight. Upon arrival, the victim stated that they got into a verbal argument with Bryant, who then pushed them to the ground. A witness observed Bryant shake the victim and push them every time they attempted to get off the ground. He was charged with Breach of Peace and was released on a promise to appear in court. This news report is made possible by:

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Milford News: Fight At Parsons Center

Feb 1, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

On January 29, 2023, officers were dispatched to the Parsons Center Gymnasium for a fight. The victim stated that they were at a youth basketball game when a woman from an opposing team began using profanity and yelling very loudly. The victim asked the woman not to use offensive language and moved away from the woman. After the game, the victim was waiting in the vestibule when two women approached them and began swearing at them. The victim walked outside, and the two women followed and assaulted them. Janet and Lawry Jefferson were identified as the assailants, along with a juvenile suspect. All were charged with Breach of Peace 2nd degree and released on a promise to appear in court.…

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Milford News: Pursuit With Children In Car

Jan 23, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Milford CT--On January 7, 2023, an officer attempted to stop a vehicle near 207 Sub Way. The vehicle accelerated, driving in and out of traffic at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was ultimately stopped in Ansonia and the operator was identified as Kyle Lewis of Stratford. There were two small children in the vehicle. He was charged with Engaging Police in Pursuit, Reckless Driving, and Risk of Injury to a Minor. His bond was set at $1,000 and has a February 7 court date. This press release was made possible by:

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