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Westport Man Arrested for Hidden Camera in Shared Bathroom

Apr 24, 2025 Alex

Westport, CT – Westport Police have arrested 38-year-old Albert Steven Bermudez Ocampo of Westport following an investigation into a hidden camera discovered in a shared apartment bathroom. On April 2nd, 2025, a complainant reported finding the hidden camera, which had allegedly recorded them using the bathroom without consent. The apartment was shared with a married couple. Following an investigation involving search warrants and witness interviews, police identified Bermudez Ocampo as the suspect. An arrest warrant was issued, and on April 17th, Bermudez Ocampo was taken into custody at his residence during the execution of a search warrant. He was charged with Voyeurism and released after posting a $50,000 court-set bond. His court date is scheduled for May 2, 2025, at…

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The Westport Police Department Teams with the Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Apr 22, 2025 Alex

[Westport, CT] – On Saturday, April 26 th , from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Westport PoliceDepartment and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host DEA’s National PrescriptionDrug Take Back Day at locations across the country. DEA and its partners will collect tablets,capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs. Collection sites will not acceptsyringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed intheir original container. The cap must be tightly sealed to prevent leakage.For more than a decade, the event has helped Americans easily rid their homes of unneededmedications—those that are old, unwanted, or expired—that too often become a gateway toaddiction.Take Back Day offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at close…

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Hamden Man Arrested in Connection with Westport Car Dealership Thefts

Apr 17, 2025 Alex

Westport, CT – Westport Police have arrested 22-year-old Brandon Sullo of Hamden in connection with a series of thefts involving tires and rims stolen from vehicles at Honda and Toyota of Westport. The incidents occurred between October 7 and November 23, 2024, during the early morning hours. Investigators used surveillance footage, search warrants, and inter-agency information sharing to identify Sullo as a suspect. Sullo turned himself in to Westport Police on April 14, 2025, and was charged with Larceny 1st Degree, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny 1st Degree, three counts of Larceny 2nd Degree, and three counts of Conspiracy to Commit Larceny 2nd Degree. He was released after posting a $150,000 bond and is scheduled to appear at Stamford Superior Court…

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Illegal THC Products Seized in Ongoing Investigation at Westport Smoke Shop

Apr 10, 2025 Alex

On March 11, 2025, Westport Police investigators executed a search and seizure warrant at Savvy Smoker on Post Road East as part of an investigation into unlicensed cannabis sales and complaints of sales to minors. The search resulted in the seizure of marijuana and THC products, and a sales associate was arrested. Despite the initial enforcement action, Westport Police later received information that unlicensed sales were continuing at the same location. On April 8, 2025, members of the Westport Police Detective Bureau, in collaboration with the State of Connecticut Drug Control Division, executed a second search warrant. Officers seized pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes, THC flower canisters, resin products, vape cartridges, and edibles. The investigation remains active, and additional arrests are anticipated.

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2025 Longshore Golf Course Opening

Mar 26, 2025 Alex

Westport, CT – Parks and Recreation Director Erik Barbieri is pleased to announce that Longshore Golf Course is set to open for the 2025 season this Friday, March 28. “We are very excited to get Longshore open for the 2025 season and want to invite golfers of every level to come and enjoy the beautifully manicured 18 holes that comprise this gem of the Westport parks system. Our Head Golf Professional Jon Janik and our Golf Course Superintendent Sean Charles have been working hard to make sure the pro shop, staff, and course are ready for this new season.”  For golf course information, advanced and same day tee time bookings go to www.longshoregolfcourse.com. Please note the Pro Shop phone number is (203)…

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Old Road/Wakeman Lane Bridge Replacement Project

Mar 24, 2025 Alex

Traffic Detours April 1 through November 30 Westport, CT - Town Engineer Keith Wilberg has announced that the project to replace the Old Road Bridge over Sasco Creek at the Westport/Fairfield Town Line begins soon. The road is Wakeman Lane in Fairfield. The scheduled closing date of the roadway is on or about Tuesday, April 1, and is expected to continue through November 30. Local traffic will be directed through the designated detour route – Old Road to Bulkley Avenue North to Post Road East to Hulls Highway to Wakeman Lane, or the reverse, as necessary. Proper road signage will be in place prior to the road closure date. Local residents on Old Road and Grist Mill Lane will have…

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Household Hazardous Waste Day and Neonics Insecticides

Mar 23, 2025 Alex

Westport, CT - In 2018, the State of Connecticut became one of the first states in the nation to restrict the use of insecticides called Neonicotinoids or “Neonics” for short.  This class of chemicals has been proven to be especially harmful to the world’s pollinators. All are encouraged to help protect pollinators and products containing Neonics to Hazardous Waste Day. The Public Works Department encourages residents to take advantage of Household Hazardous Waste Day and safely dispose of any neonicotinoid containing insecticides. Products that contain one of the following chemicals on the label may be disposed of at the April 5 Hazardous Waste Day Collection:  Imidacloprid Clothianidin Thiamethoxam Acetamiprid Dinotefuran Date:      Saturday, April 5th, 2025 Where:   Greens Farms RR…

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Fire Marshal Terry Dunn is urging homeowners to take extra precautions as they begin spring cleaning and home renovations.

Mar 17, 2025 Alex

"With the change in seasons, we often see an increase in home improvement projects and decluttering efforts," said Fire Marshal Dunn. "However, improper storage of flammable materials, overloaded electrical outlets, and spontaneous combustion of oily rags can all lead to devastating fires." The recent structure fires have been linked to common hazards, including improperly discarded chemicals, electrical malfunctions, and combustible materials being stored too close to heat sources. Fortunately, no serious injuries have been reported, but the fires have caused significant property damage. Fire Prevention Tips The Westport Fire Department urges residents to follow these safety measures to prevent garage and structure fires: Store flammable liquids properly: Keep gasoline, paint thinners, and other combustibles in approved containers, away from heat…

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Westport Downtown Association & Youth Commission Partner to Launch New Student Discount Program

Mar 7, 2025 Alex

Westport, CT – The Westport Downtown Association (WDA) and Westport Youth Commission (WYC) have partnered to introduce a new student discount program, offering savings to students and educators at 25 local businesses, including Rhone, Original Pancake House, Vineyard Vines, Pizza Lyfe, Theory, Glowbar, Joe’s Pizza, Basso, The Bridge, and many others. Full details are available at http://www.westportdowntown.com/student-discount-program. WDA President Maxx Crowley said, “The Downtown Association is excited to launch another program to attract shoppers to Westport and we couldn’t be prouder to partner with the Youth Commission in targeting students and educators with a program that highlights great values from our great merchants.” WYC member Jake Shufro (SHS ’26) approached the WDA with a novel collaborative solution to revive the…

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