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On June 3, 2026, officers assigned to the Waterbury Police Department’s Crime Prevention Unit and Auto Theft Task Force ...
06/07/2026

On June 3, 2026, officers assigned to the Waterbury Police Department’s Crime Prevention Unit and Auto Theft Task Force were conducting active patrols in the area of East Main Street and Meriden Road when they observed a blue and white ATV being operated on a city roadway.

Officers later located the ATV in the area of 2457 East Main Street, where they conducted a traffic stop and detained the operator, identified as Alejandro Fernandez-Medina, 26, of Waterbury.

Fernandez-Medina was arrested and charged with the following offenses:
• Insufficient Insurance
• Illegal Operation of an ATV
• Unsafe Storage of a Firearm
• Weapons in a Motor Vehicle
• Carrying a Pistol/Revolver Without a Permit
• Operating/Parking an Unregistered Motor Vehicle
• Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended Driver’s License.

The Waterbury Police Department reminds the public that ATVs cannot be operated up and down city roadways.
Connecticut law requires ATVs operated in the state to be registered with the DMV, unless they are only being driven on property owned or leased by the ATV owner. A registered ATV may only cross a public roadway in very limited circumstances, and it cannot be used to travel along public streets.

For more information on ATV registration requirements, visit:
https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/vehicle-services/register-a-new-vehicle-or-boat-in-ct?language=en_US

https://www.waterburyct.org/filestorage/103431/106697/106749/106756/Amended_Motorized_Recreational_Vehicle_Ordinance_%287.15.24%29.pdf

We are proud to have participated in the 40th Annual CT Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. The Law Enforcem...
06/05/2026

We are proud to have participated in the 40th Annual CT Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. The Law Enforcement Torch Run promotes awareness of Special Olympics Connecticut, supports year-round sports and health programs, and inspires inclusion for people of all abilities.

Our officers departed from the Naugatuck/Waterbury city line carrying the “Flame of Hope” through the City of Waterbury, ending at the Town of Wolcott. Officers completed a total of 7.34 miles in support of Special Olympics Connecticut.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped support this great event.

The Waterbury Police Department’s portion of the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut will ...
06/03/2026

The Waterbury Police Department’s portion of the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut will take place this Thursday, June 4th, 2026.

Our runners will depart from the Naugatuck/ Waterbury city line on Highland Avenue at 10 AM with a police es**rt, traveling through the City of Waterbury ending at the Town of Wolcott line on Wolcott Street at approximately 11:30 AM, completing 7.34 miles.

Motorists should expect brief traffic delays as the Torch Run passes through the area.

We encourage everyone to come out, cheer or merely honk their horns as our runners help carry the Flame of Hope across the City of Waterbury.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run promotes awareness of Special Olympics Connecticut, supports year-round sports and health programs, and inspires inclusion for people of all abilities.

Thank you for your patience and support as we help champion this incredible cause.

Congratulations to Captain Stokes on his retirement after 25 years of dedicated service with the Waterbury Police Depart...
05/30/2026

Congratulations to Captain Stokes on his retirement after 25 years of dedicated service with the Waterbury Police Department.

Throughout his career, Captain Stokes had many roles and several important areas of the department, including serving as Commander of the Regional Hostage Negotiation Team, Coordinator of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) for Adult and Youth, Chair of the Mental Health & Wellness Committee, Coordinator of the Peer Support Team, and Coordinator of the Overdose Response Team.

His leadership, dedication, and commitment to public service have made a lasting impact on the department, his fellow officers, and the Waterbury community. We thank Captain Stokes for his many years of service and wish him the very best in his well-deserved retirement.

On May 19, 2026, officers from the Waterbury Police Department’s Vice and Intelligence Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, Gang...
05/26/2026

On May 19, 2026, officers from the Waterbury Police Department’s Vice and Intelligence Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, Gang Task Force, and Auto Theft Task Force executed a search warrant for the person of Brian Brown, 36, of Waterbury, and for the residence of 129 Locust Street. During the investigation, the following items were seized.

Ammunition
G***k 26 9mm (Firearm)
G***k 19 9mm (Firearm)
6 Grams of Crack Co***ne
(3) High-Capacity Magazines
Approximately $5,000 U.S. Currency

It should be noted: The G***k 26 was later confirmed to have been reported stolen out of Waterbury.

Brian Brown was charged with the following offenses:

Theft of a Firearm
Operation of Drug Factory
Unsafe Storage of a Firearm (2 counts)
Possession of Narcotics with Intent to Sell
Possession of a High-Capacity Magazine (3 counts)
Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Sell

The Waterbury Police Department remains committed to addressing illegal narcotics activity and ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.

The Waterbury Police Department is now hiring entry-level officers!Are you looking to move up in your career? Join a dep...
05/23/2026

The Waterbury Police Department is now hiring entry-level officers!
Are you looking to move up in your career?

Join a department that offers over 20 specialized units and opportunities for growth.

You can meet our recruitment officers at the next CHIP test and learn more about starting your career with us.

On May 18, 2026, these two individuals were involved in a criminal mischief incident in the city. We are seeking the pub...
05/21/2026

On May 18, 2026, these two individuals were involved in a criminal mischief incident in the city.

We are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying them. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Waterbury Police Department Detective Division at (203) 574-6941 or Crime Stoppers at (203) 755-1234.

On May 18, 2026, officers assigned to the Waterbury Police Department Auto Theft Task Force were conducting an active in...
05/21/2026

On May 18, 2026, officers assigned to the Waterbury Police Department Auto Theft Task Force were conducting an active investigation into a stolen vehicle reported out of Avon when they located a 2026 gray BMW X5 M60i in the area of Burr Street.

Officers conducted a motor vehicle stop at which point the vehicle attempted to flee but was quickly stopped. The driver, Jadyn Dejesus, 18, of Stratford was removed from the vehicle and taken into custody without incident. The passenger, Stephan Mason, 21, of Waterbury attempted to flee on foot but was quickly apprehended by officers.

Dejesus was charged with the following offenses:
Reckless Driving
Interfering with an Officer
Criminal Trover 2nd Degree
Failure to Obey Officer Signal
Larceny of a Motor Vehicle (1st Offense)

Mason was charged with the following offenses:
Interfering with an Officer
Larceny of a Motor Vehicle (1st Offense)

The Waterbury Police Department’s Auto Theft Task Force remains committed to proactively identifying and recovering stolen vehicle

In partnership with the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Admini...
05/20/2026

In partnership with the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Waterbury Police Department’s Traffic Services Unit will be conducting a DUI Sobriety and Safety Checkpoint.

Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
Time:7:00 PM – 1 :00 AM
Location: 1200 Watertown Ave

Why post notice of a DUI Checkpoint ?

In accordance with Connecticut law, we are required to provide public notice of scheduled DUI checkpoints.

This proactive initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to keeping the roads safe, reducing impaired driving, and protecting the well-being of everyone in our community.

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