Westport

Arrests made in Stolen Motor Vehicle Case

On December 22, 2024, at approximately 2:57 PM, Westport Police responded to a residence on a stolen vehicle report. The complainant reported they pulled into their driveway and went inside while leaving their vehicle, a 2020 Bentley, running in the driveway. While inside, the complainant witnessed unknown suspects steal his car from the driveway. Westport Police observed the vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed but did not pursue. The vehicle was outfitted with a tracking device and ultimately recovered in Elmhurst, NY, by members of the NYPD. NYPD also made an arrest of two individuals who were in a different stolen vehicle traveling with the stolen Bentley. This incident comes on the heels of a release that was…

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Westport Police Investigating Attempted Home Break-In Near Compo Beach

(Westport, CT) – On December 20,2024 at approximately 3:52 AM Westport Police responded to anaddress near Compo Beach after a resident called 911 to report that someone was breaking into theirhome. The Westport Police Department arrived quickly and identified a vehicle that was involved,but the vehicle fled and eluded Police. At this time, the incident is under investigation, and itappears the thieves were confronted prior to stealing anything.The Westport Police Department is reminding everyone to take extra precautions to keep theirhomes and vehicles safe this holiday season.Home Safety Tips Secure Your Homeo Lock all doors and windows before leaving your house, even if you’re only steppingout for a short time.o Install deadbolts on doors and ensure sliding doors have proper…

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Westport Police Arrest Suspect in Lux Bond & Green Smash-and-Grab Larceny

Joshua DeJesus, 25, of Bridgeport, was arrested by Westport police on October 30, 2024, on an outstanding warrant linked to a smash-and-grab larceny at Lux Bond & Green on May 9, 2024. DeJesus was charged with Conspiracy to Commit Criminal Mischief in the First Degree, Larceny in the First Degree, and Conspiracy to Commit Larceny in the First Degree, and held on a $250,000 bond; he was transported to Stamford Superior Court for arraignment on October 31, 2024.

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Annual Curbside Leaf Collection

Westport, CT – The Department of Public Works has announced that curbside leaf collection will begin on Monday, November 4. All leaves must be placed in biodegradable paper bags safely near the curb of a Town street by December 2 to guarantee pick-up. Residents living on private streets must place their leaves behind the curb of an intersecting Town roadway for pick up by Town crews. Leaves placed in plastic bags will not be picked up as plastic contaminates the composting process. There is no need to call and schedule a pick-up. Crews will complete pick-ups as schedules allow. For further information, contact the Department of Public Works office at 203-341-1120 or visit the Department of Public Works webpage at www.westportct.gov.

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Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 26 in Westport and Trumbull

National Prescription Drug TAKE BACK DAY. Turn in your unused or expired prescription medication for safe disposal. In 5 minutes, you can save a life! Visit TPAUD, Trumbull's Prevention Partnership, at Drug Take Back Day on October 26, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Trumbull EMS for a FREE, 5-minute Narcan training. Receive a FREE Narcan kit and lockbox (while supplies last). DATE: Saturday, October 26, 2024 TIME: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm LOCATION: Trumbull EMS, 250 Middlebrooks Ave, Trumbull CT. Drive-Thru available in rear of building Westport PD Teams with the Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Westport, CT – On Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Westport PoliceDepartment…

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