Board of Police Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda

Town of Waterford, Connecticut, Police Commission Meeting Agenda
Town Hall Auditorium
4113/2026 5:00 pm
Call to order and establish quorum:
Pledge of Allegiance:
Public input:
Acceptance of minutes: March 9, 2026 Regular Meeting
Acceptance of minutes: April 8, 2026 Special Meeting
Correspondence:
a. Thank You letter from a resident
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. Letter of Appreciation from a school bus driver
Letter of Gratitude from a resident
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d. Commendation letter from the State’s Attorney’s Office
e. Thank You letter from the Neil Hoelck Tournament Coordinator
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Thank You letter from the Groton Town Police Department
g. Thank You note from the Friendship School
Traffic Commission Review:
a. Discussion of the Traffic Impact & Safety Assessment Report for the intersection of Daniels
Avenue & Spithead Road
Chief's Report:
a. K9 Reports for March
b. Youth Report for March
c. Investigative Services Report for March

d. Training Report for March
e. Support Services Report for March
f. Patrol Report for March
g. Animal Control Report for March
h. Community Engagement Report for March
Old Business:
a. Police Commissioner Association information discussion
New Business:

MINUTES
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
March 9, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioner M. Gelinas, Commissioner C. Gamble, Commissioner J.
Dimmock
ABSENT: Commissioner R. Brule, Commissioner T. Sheridan
DEPARTMENT: Chief M. Balestracci, LT D. Ferland, LT N. VanOverloop,
LT P. Flanagan, Admin. Sgt. M. Fedor, Traffic Officer M. Devine,
Training Officer M. Bellos
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM:
Commissioner Gelinas called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in the Town Hall Auditorium. A
Quorum was established.
PUBLIC INPUT: Helen Kwasniewski requested additional patrols in Quaker Hill due to
increased ATV, E-Bike and motorcycle activity in the area due to the recent improvement in the
weather. She also requested action be taken on late-night loud music expected in the upcoming
months from a local college.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gamble and seconded by Commissioner Dimmock to
accept the February 9, 2026 Regular Meeting minutes. Motion passed.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gamble and seconded by Commissioner Dimmock to
accept the March 4, 2026 Special Meeting minutes. Motion passed.

CORRESPONDENCE:
None.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION REVIEW:
Traffic Report was received.
CHIEF’S REPORT:
a. K9 Reports for February
February report was received.
b. Youth Reports for February
February report was received.
c. Investigative Services for February
February report was received.
d. Training Report for February
February report was received.
e. Support Services Report for February
February report was received.
f. Patrol Report for February
February report was received.
g. Animal Control Report for February
February report was received.
h. Community Engagement Report for February
February report was received.
OLD BUSINESS:
Police Commissioner Association - LT Ferland provided information on the Police
Commissioners Association meeting schedule and locations for the Commissioners’
consideration regarding potential membership. After discussion, Commissioner Gelinas agreed
to inquire about attending a Zoom meeting before making a decision on membership.

NEW BUSINESS:
a. Flock Discussion —LT Ferland shared information regarding how the WPD handles
information received from Flock cameras. He outlined the internal measures the
department has implemented to ensure compliance with existing polices and to prevent
potential misuse of information. LT Ferland also discussed language that will need to be
incorporated into future contracts with Flock.
b. Executive Session
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and seconded by Commissioner Gamble to enter
into Executive Session including LT Ferland at 5:23 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
The Board came out of Executive Session at 6:27 p.m. No votes or actions were taken while in
Executive Session.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and Seconded by Commissioner Gamble to
adjourn the meeting at 6:28 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diane E. Driscoll
Recording Secretary

SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
April 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioner M. Gelinas, Commissioner R. Brule, Commissioner J. Dimmock,
Commissioner T. Sheridan, Commissioner C. Gamble
DEPARTMENT: Chief D. Ferland, LT N. VanOverloop, LT. P. Flanagan, Sgt. Mike Fedor,
Sgt A. Farrior, Sgt. R. Avdevich, Sgt. P. Epps, Off. Z. Bushwack, Off. P.
Barrows, Off. M. Devine
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM:
Chairman Gelinas called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in the BOE Conference Room. A
Quorum was established.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and seconded by Commissioner Sheridan to
enter into Executive Session for Lieutenant and Sergeant interviews at 5:01 p.m. Chief Ferland
was included in the Executive Session. Motion passed unanimously.
The Board came out of Executive Session at 7:59 p.m.
MOTION: Motion made by Commissioner Sheridan and Seconded by Commissioner Gamble
to promote Sergeant Farrior to the rank of Lieutenant effective April 12, 2026 and to continue
the remaining officers on an active promotion list for one year from today’s date. Motion passed
unanimously.
MOTION: Motion made by Commissioner Dimmock and Seconded by Commissioner Gamble
to promote Officer Bushwack to the rank of Sergeant effective April 12, 2026 and to continue
the remaining officers on an active promotion list for one year from today’s date. Motion passed
unanimously.

MOTION: Made by Commissioner Sheridan and Seconded by Commissioner
Gamble to adjourn the meeting at 8:01 p.m. Passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diane E. Driscoll
Recording Secretary

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Thank you for reaching out and letting me know about your experience. I’m glad that our members were there
to take the appropriate action with drivers making such dangerous decisions.
I will be sure to pass this along.
Thanks again,
Marc Balestracci
Chief of Police
Waterford Police Department
On Mar 3, 2026, at 11:31 AM, Liz Jones <JonesL_85@outlook.com> wrote:
Dear Chief Balestracci,
I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding work of your officers in our
community.
I am a bus driver with First Student, currently driving Van 5 here in the Town of Waterford.
Recently, while I was stopped at 908 Hartford Turnpike to pick up students, I experienced a very
serious safety concern. Two vehicles proceeded to run my red SOS lights while my stop sign arm
was fully deployed.
Fortunately, an officer positioned directly behind me (license plate 7 WTF) witnessed the
violation. The officer immediately activated emergency lights and conducted a traffic stop on
one of the vehicles, a white SUV. Moments later, a black unmarked Chevy Tahoe also activated
its lights and stopped the second vehicle, a small black SUV/hatchback that had likewise run my
red lights.
As someone responsible for transporting children each day, I cannot overstate how grateful I am
for the swift response and visible presence of your officers. Their immediate action sent a strong
message about the seriousness of school bus safety and, most importantly, helped protect the
students in my care.
Please extend my heartfelt thanks to the officers involved. Knowing they are present and
attentive in moments like these brings tremendous peace of mind to those of us entrusted with
the safety of Waterford’s children.
With appreciation and respect,
Liz Glidden Jones

THE JACQUES
March 2026
We would like to express our sincere
gratitude to all officers, EMT personnel,
and others who responded to the needs
of our cousin, JoAnn Schweid, for many
years.
We are particularly grateful to Sgt
Firman and Officers Chapman and
Rogers for the care and concern they
demonstrated to us on February 28
during a time of stress and sorrow.
Your patience, sincerity, and
professional support will always be
remembered.
With gratitude,
Allan and Kathleen Jacques
Waterford

State of Connecticut
DIVISION OF CRIMINAL JUSTIC
OFFICE OF THE STATE’S ATTORNEY
NEW LONDON JUDICIAL DISTRICT
70 HUNTINGTON STREET
PAUL J. NARDUCCI NEW LONDON, CONNECTICUT 06320
STATE’S ATTORNEY PHONE (860) 443-2835 FAX (860) 442-3019
March 18, 2026
Chief Marc Ballestracci
Waterford Police Department
41 Avery Lane
Waterford, CT 06385
RE: State of Connecticut v. Victor Hall
Dear Chief Ballestracci:
On behalf of the Office of the State’s Attorney for the New London Judicial District, | would
like to formally acknowledge and commend Sergeant Patrick Epps’s exemplary service and
professionalism in connection with your testimony and actions during the recent prosecution of
an armed carjacking case.
Sergeant Epps’s vigilance and swift response spotting the stolen vehicle were
instrumental in the successful apprehension of the defendant. The decision to engage in a high-
speed pursuit, followed by a determined foot chase, alongside K-9 partner, Neo, demonstrated
exceptional courage, discipline, and commitment to public safety. His testimony in court was
clear, credible, and impactful, significantly contributing to the strength of the State’s case. The
dedication Sergeant Epps displayed throughout this incident reflects the highest standards of
law enforcement and is deeply appreciated by this office and the community we serve.
Please extend our gratitude to K-9:Neo as well, whose role in the apprehension was -
equally commendable.
Thank you again for your outstanding service.
Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorney
SMC/m
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March 26,2026
Dear Waterford Police Department,
Thank you so much for your support of the 46" Annual Neil Hoelck Basketball Tournament.
The longevity of this tournament is an amazing feat in itself. We were able to accommodate
48 different teams this year from multiple towns across the region. This success comes from
a lot of volunteers and we wanted to thank you personally for your part of it. Your presence
and availability gave us reassurance that our event could proceed and be successful.
Proceeds from the tournament are pwenis out as scholarships for Waterford High School
seniors.
Thank you again for your continued support.
Anna Bakken
Neil Hoelck Tournament Coordinator
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From: DeAngelo, Tyler TDeAngelo@groton-ct.gov
Subject: 2025 Fall Basic K9 Course Assistance
Date: Jan 2, 2026 at 17:20:00
To: pepps@waterfordct.org
Sergeant Epps,
Thank you for allowing Officer Genung to assist Groton Town Police Officer Shawn Lisee with
the recent basic K9 handler course that graduated on December 26, 2025.
Officer Genung assisted with instruction of five K9 teams who successfully completed an
intensive 10+ week Dual Purpose Patrol and Narcotics Detection Course. The course provided
comprehensive training in patrol functions, including obedience, agility, tracking, building / area
searches, suspect apprehension, and handler protection, along with advanced narcotics
detection techniques. Instruction emphasized scent theory, odor imprinting, odor recognition,
problem-solving, and real-world operational deployment.
Throughout the course, | observed Officer Genung demonstrate a high level of proficiency,
leadership, and instructional effectiveness. All five K9 teams successfully completed the course
and met established performance standards.
As a result of this training, the newly certified K9 teams will provide significant operational
benefits to their respective agencies. Their enhanced patrol capabilities will improve officer
safety and operational effectiveness, while their advanced narcotics detection skills strengthen
drug interdiction efforts and support proactive crime reduction initiatives.
Officer Genung should be commended for his dedication to training and for his effective
instructional methodologies, which ensured each K9 team was properly prepared and fit for
operational duty.
Respectfully,
Tyler DeAngelo #141
Patrol Sergeant / K-9 Handler
Groton Town Police Department
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The Waterford Police Department
Traffic Officer Report
March 2026
LINE OF SIGHT ISSUES:
- No newline of sight issues have been reported
DOT RELATED ISSUES.
- DOT was responsive to issues with downed signs in the area, fixing stop signs along Great Neck Road at
Braman Road, The Strand, West Neck Road and Lloyd Road, which had been knocked over due to snow
plowing. All were repaired/replaced.
ENFORCEMENT RELATED COMPLAINTS:
- Traffic unit spent time at Waterford High School monitoring afternoon traffic, which was reported to be
moving fast through the parking lot. No issues were observed.
- Officer Genung and Officer Reed conducted self initiated enforcement for Unlawful Passing of a Stopped
School Bus violations on Route 85 in the beginning of March. One bus driver contacted the police
department to express her appreciation.
REQUESTS FOR SIGNS OR CHANGE OF ROADWAY FEATURES:
- No new requests
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- No upcoming events
UPCOMING ROAD CONSTRUCTION WITH CLOSURE:
- No large new projects taking place in the near future have been brought to my attention.
TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT: 279 Total Traffic Stops
Officer Devine #88 Reed #93 Genung #74 TOTAL
Infractions 8 63 21 92
warnings 33 75 79 187
misdemeanor 0 3 3 6
SPEED TRAFFIC SIGN DEPLOYMENT:
Three solar powered speed signs are currently deployed around town at the below listed locations:
1. Great Neck Road (Route 213) southbound at Great Neck School. (25 mph zone)
a Speed (mph) Count |
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Al demered 6-10 = 1753
oe H 11-15 2627
a 16-20 | 1673
sate 21-25 2874
= 26-30 | 9141 |
aise 31-35 9317
asm 36-40 | 3040
v694 | 41-45 373
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The Waterford Police Department
Traffic Officer Report
March 2026
2. Clark Lane southbound near Clark Lane Middle School — (30 mph zone)
| Speed (mph) Count | fi
| 1-5 87 | —
| 6-10 | 170 |
41-15 216 ct
16-20 358 | ae
21-25 881 | ms
26-30 | 7416 a
31-35 18048 S204
36-40 | 11203 | 6563
41-45 _ 2294 ana
46-50 220 | sea
51-55 27 | -
56-60 7
3. Vauxhall St. southbound south of Hickory |'Speed (mph) — Count |
_ Lane. | 1-5 | 404
sed (35 6-10 =——201
mph 11-15 | 592
1395 zone) 16-20 | 619 |
ores 21-25 | 1371
2063 26-30 | 3092
at 31-35 7072
dl 36-40 | 13927
41-45 11034
Pe 46-50 | 3402
3798 51-55 | 575
2522 56-60 103
488 | 61-65 | 6
| 66-70 | 1
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The Waterford Police Department
Traffic Officer Report
March 2026
4. Old Norwich Road, southbound prior to Totoket Rd. (30 mph Zone)
| Speed (mph) Count _ rosss
| 1-5 11 9575
6-10 | 31
11-15 37 —
16-20 | 68 | 7660
21-25 280 6703
26-30 | 3067 | sus
31-35 10533
36-40 | 9530 A188
41-45 2717 830
46-50 | 354 vera
51-55 40 |
56-60 | 4 1915
61-65 | 0 958
66-70 0
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Traffic Impact & Safety Assessment Report
Intersection of Daniels Avenue & Spithead Road
Purpose
This report evaluates existing and anticipated traffic conditions at the intersection of Daniels
Avenue and Spithead Road, with a focus on:
e Sight distance limitations
e Operational safety concerns
e Projected impacts from the opening of Friendship School (Fall 2027)
e Recommended mitigation measures
Existing Conditions Traffic Volumes (Observed: April 2-6)
Roadway Configuration
e Daniels Ave: Stop-controlled approach
e Spithead Road: Free-flow (no stop control)
e Intersection type: Three-way (T-intersection)
Daniels Ave (Exiting Traffic, five day high)
e 9:00 AM Peak: 66 vehicles/hour
e 4:00 PM Peak: 82 vehicles/hour
Spithead Road (five day high)
Northbound: Southbound:
e 9:00 AM: 83 vehicles/hour e 9:00 AM: 141 vehicles/hour
e 4:00 PM: 245 vehicles/hour e 4:00 PM: 171 vehicles/hour
Speed Data
Southbound (downhill 30mph zone) Northbound: (25 mph zone)
e Avg (9 AM): 33 mph e Avg (9 AM): 31 mph
e Max: 58 mph e Max: 44 mph
e Avg (4 PM): 33 mph e Avg (4 PM): 30 mph
e Max: 55 mph e Max: 45 mph
Key Observation: Actual operating speeds exceed posted limits, especially southbound.
Sight Distance Evaluation
Observed Sight Distance
e From stop bar on Daniels Ave: Below acceptable standards
e Pulling forward onto crosswalk: ~300 feet visibility
Required Sight Distance
Based on American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials:
e Stopping Sight Distance (SSD) for 30 mph:
o ~200-250 ft (level)
o ~250-300+ ft (downgrade)

Photo taken from stop line

Photo taken from center of crosswalk

Photo taken from stop line

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
K-9 Activity Report
March 2026
K-9 Ozzy
Monthly Uses: 2
2026 Uses: 3
| K-9 Tico
Monthly Uses: 3
2026 Uses: 7
K-9 Usage
Ozzy
@ On March 20, 2026, Officer Genung conducted a motor vehicle stop and
the operator admitted to being a narcotics user. During the motor vehicle
stop, K9 Ozzy was deployed for an exterior open air sniff of the vehicle
and did not show any alert behavior.
¢ On March 31, 2026, Officer Genung conducted a motor vehicle stop and
the operator had multiple active arrest warrants and the operator admitted
he was a narcotics user. K9 Ozzy was deployed for an exterior open air
sniff of the vehicle and K9 Ozzy showed clear alert behavior for the pres- [
ence of narcotics. A hand search of the vehicle was conducted and
“crack” cocaine and narcotic paraphernalia was located. Operator was
arrested on the narcotics charges as well.
Tico
¢ On March 8, 2026, Officer Surdo responded to assist on a motor vehicle
stop. The occupants continued to move around and reach inside the vehi-
cle. The occupants were removed from the vehicle and K9 Tico was de-
ployed for an open air sniff of the exterior of the vehicle where he
showed alert behavior. Narcotic paraphernalia was located inside the
vehicle.
¢ On March 25, 2026, Officer Surdo responded to the report of a person slumped over the wheel. Through investi-
gation the operator was taken into custody for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and/or
drugs. K9 Tico was deployed for an open air sniff of the vehicle and showed alert behavior. Open Suboxone
packages were located inside the vehicle.
Monthly Training
¢ Monthly K-9 training was conducted on 3/10/26 and 3/24/25 in obedience, tracking, article
search, building search, area search, narcotics detections, and apprehension work.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Youth Office Activity
Report
March 2026
¢ On March 5, 2026 SRO Malbaurn presented the
“Safety and Security Presentation” to WHS faculty
during their professional development block.
¢ On March 5, 2026 SRO Winters and SRO Lane pre-
sented the “Safety and Security Presentation” to
Quaker Hill staff during their professional develop-
ment block.
¢ SRO Malbaurn participated in a career question
and answer presentation at WHS with Off. Freder-
icks and K9 Hodges.
¢ SRO Lane and SRO Malbaurn attended a SRO /
Youth Officer refresher training at Groton City PD
hosted by the Juvenile Matters State’s Attorney’s
office. The training focused on juvenile ar- see
rests processes, warnings/waivers, juvenile >
orders to detain, juvenile infractions, and
firearms related juvenile cases.
¢ SRO Winters and SRO Lane hosted a “Go
Bag” training at Oswegatchie school for all
district paraprofessionals which focused on
proper use of a tourniquet.
¢ SRO Lane attended a CLMS administrative
team meeting after a student was arrested
for a domestic incident in town.
¢ SRO Lane investigated a reported Month at a Glance
bullying incident which occurred at wa
the Waterford Country School. Home: Masiter 4
CAD Report: 2 ]
¢ SRO Malbaurn co-taught several
health classes w/ Mrs. Baumgartner. Case Reports:
Arrests: 0 / JRB Referrals: 4 (from Patrol)
SROs Lane, Malbaurn and Winters continue to meet and talk with students on a daily basis for school, personal, and
social related topics in an effort to develop lasting relationships b/w the department and the youth in our community.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Investigative Services
Division
March 2026
In the month of March 2026 the Investigative Services Division worked or assisted with 24
investigations.
Current Active Investigations (29 Cases):
(These numbers do not include assist’s to the Patrol Division)
Homicide-1 Pistol Permits-8
Burglary-5 Skimmer—1
Robbery-1 Fraud—3
Sex Assault—1 Larceny —3
Untimely—2 Narcotics—1
Child Abuse/Neglect —1 Juvenile Sex Assault—2
Year to Date Statistical Report
Case Search Background Arrests Sex
Numbers Warrants eres Assaults
14 13 0) 6 6
Phone Extract Auto Theft Burglary Unattended Robbery
Deaths
7 0) 2 2 it

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Investigative Services
Division
March 2026 Updates: March 2026
Investigative Services along with the Patrol Division participated in a spring warrant sweep.
This was the first of four planned warrant sweeps in 2026. The goal is to limit the amount of
active unserved arrest warrants currently held by the Waterford Police Department as well as to
have Investigative Services along with Patrol work in conjunction with one another. The first
warrant sweep resulted in three (3) arrests.
Detective Carroll was assigned to a three (3) day training with the FARO system. This is a 360
scanning machine. The FARO machine will assist both the Accident Investigation Team as well
as Investigative Services with getting accurate 3D imaging of both serious motor vehicle
accident and crime scenes.
Detective O’Connell, Detective Bonkowski and Investigator Bushwack attended a one (1) day
training hosted by the State’s Attorney’s Office on the topic of cellular telephones and the laws
of search and seizure surrounding them.
March 2026 Investigations:
A months long investigation lead by Detective Bonkowski into a child abuse investigation
involving the foster parents of a young child has lead to the arrest of a female guardian. The
female was charged with numerous counts of Risk of Injury to a Minor, Assault in the 2nd,
Degree and Reckless Endangerment. The case continues to remain open as more adults
responsible for the child's care are investigated.
Detective O'Connell’s investigation into a robbery at the Price Cutter on RTE 32 in which a
firearm was displayed has resulted in the arrest of one male suspect. The suspect was involved in
numerous robberies in the surrounding area.
A male suspect was arrested on a 2023 arrest warrant held by this agency. The male was
involved with a South American Translantic National group that steals credit cards from
employees. In our investigation the victims were employees of Kays Jewelers. The arrest was
part of Detective O'Connell's investigation.
Investigator Bushwack was assigned a juvenile sexual assault investigation involving two
juveniles. This case is ongoing.
Investigative Services assisted the Patrol Division with numerous cases in march. These cases
consisted of a fraud investigation from Charter Oak Bank, a cellular telephone extraction, and a
search warrant for the social media platform TikTok.
Detective Carroll testified in a Risk Protection Order hearing. The individual attempting to get
his pistol permit reissued to him was eventually denied by the court after Detective Carroll’s
testimony regarding suitability.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAINING REPORT
MARCH 2026
New Officer Updates
Hiring Process: The Waterford Police Department continues it’s efforts in
recruiting and hiring. Training is holding an active hiring process to fill one current
vacancy and an additional vacancy in the near future.
Recruit Status: Recruit Ramos is continuing her Field Training and is currently
in Phase 2 doing 50% of the work.
Recruit Morgan graduated from the Connecticut Police Academy located in Meri-
den, CT. Recruit Morgan has started his Field Training and is currently in Phase 1
doing 25% of the work.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
INTEGRITY ©
TRAINING REPORT
MARCH 2026
Officer Sabilia attended a two-day Social Media + Open Source Investiga-
tions training. This course covered various topics like legal issues and case
law related to these kinds of investigations, open source databases and
searches, navigating and using social media, writing and the execution of
legal processes to social media companies, as well as digital evidence collec-
tion to name a few.
Officer Donovan, Officer Colkos, and officer McComic attended a two-day
Basic Interview + Interrogation training. This training focused on various
interview and interrogation techniques. Some of these techniques included
non verbal and behavioral analysis, verbal indicators that denote truth or
deception, and how to establish rapport to name a few.
Sergeant Epps and Sergeant Nickerson attended the FBI Regional Com-
mand College that was held at Foxwoods Resort & Casino. This training
has various breakout sessions and trainings tailored to supervisors. Some
of the trainings are related to leadership, officer involved critical incidents,
crisis communication and decision making, and re-
siliency to overcome adversity.
Investigator Bushwack and Officer Chapman at-
tended a week long recertification training. This
training is hosted by the Law Enforcement Coun-
cil. It covers all the mandatory topics that officers
need in order to maintain their certification as well
as other elective courses.
Officer Surdo, Officer Barrows, and Sergeant Epps
attended various practical skills days at the Con-
necticut Police Academy in Meriden to assist in
finishing up Officer Morgan’s academy training.

Records Activity
FO! Requests 88
Warrants 20
Phone Calls
Walk in Assists
Background Checks
Protective Orders
Officer Tasking Requests
Case Erasures
DCF Requests
Court Requests
Abstracts
Video Requests
Reports Accepted
CISS Arrest Packets
CSO Activity
Adult Arrests
Juvenile Arrests
Firearms Transfers
Pistol Permits Issued
Walk In Complaints
Support Services Report
March 2026
« (CSO’s worked 66 shifts covering 528hrs of
shifts.
« Valerie Clark instructed staff at Williman-
tic PD how to do case erasures
Fingerprints
Pistol Permits
Employment
Miscellaneous
Peddler/Precious Permits
Warrant Follow Ups

Patrol Report
Commissioners Activity Report
March 2026
Counterfeit Money, Cash Seized from Suspect
On March 6, 2026 at approximately | 130 hours a tip was re-
ceived from a local business that a female had attempted to
pass a counterfeit bill but was denied service. Sgt. Epps later
located the suspect and her vehicle at the All-Town Fresh gas
station. A subsequent investigation led to a search of the vehi-
cle. Located was $3,582 in cash, $3,100 in counterfeit curren-
cy,and numerous items that were fraudulently purchased.
Seen at right are numerous
seized items, cash, and counter-
feit currency. The suspect faced
numerous larceny and forgery
charges.
Suspicious Vehicle: Leads to Extraditable Warrant
On March 23, 2026 Off. Krajewski, Off. Surdo, and Sgt. Firmin
responded to a business in town for a woman sleeping at the
wheel with two young children in the back seat. Upon
arrival it was discovered that the vehicle operator had an
extraditable warrant held by the Virginia Beach Police
Department. After coordinating with the State’s Attorneys
office the female was charged with G.G.S. 54-170 (Fugitive
from Justice) and extradited to Virginia.
Patrol Calls for Service
Monthly Snap Shot:
Total Service Calls 3435
Case Numbers 145
Arrests 76
Juvenile Arrests 5
Larcenies 29
Arrest Warrants 6
Domestic Violence 12
Investigations
Traffic Crash 37
DUI Investigations 12
EDP/Welfare 48
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School Checks 43
Motor Vehicle 804
Written Warnings 458
Infractions 172
Verbal Warnings = 151
Misdemeanor 19
Other 4
SELF INITIATED MOTOR VEHICLE ACTIVITY BY BADGE NUMBER
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@ Page 2 Patrol Report
Walmart Larceny: Leads to Large Seizure
March 12, 2026 evening shift responded to the area
of Wal-Mart for a vehicle which had fled after three
occupants committed a larceny. Through investiga-
tive efforts over 175 stolen items were seized (a |
small portion of these items are seen at right) from the
vehicle and logged as evidence at the Waterford PD.
Three of the vehicles occupants were arrested and
charged with Larceny Fourth Degree and Conspira-
cy to Commit Larceny Fourth Degree.
DV DUI: Leads to Additional Larceny Charge
On March 7, 2026 at 0047 hours Off. Sabilia was conducting traffic enforcement
on RTE 32 and initiated a traffic stop for a vehicle failing to maintain lane. After
Off. Sabilia noted signs of impairment the operator was subjected to a series of
standardized field sobriety tests. The operator, who failed to perform the tests
to standard, was taken into custody for DUI, Operating with a Suspended Driv-
ers License, and Failure to Drive in the Proper Lane. The vehicle was towed by a
local tow company to their lot. The arrested party, upon his release from police
custody, then responded to the tow lot and took his vehicle without paying his
tow bill. He was subsequently arrested for Larceny in the Sixth Degree.
Text Messages: Lead to Threatening First Degree Charge
On March 7, 2026 Off. Mack responded to a business in town for a report from
an employee that her ex-boyfriend had threatened to kill her. Screenshots of the
threatening text messages were obtained. The suspect was then located in New
London with the assistance of the New London Police Department. He was
charged with Threatening in the First Degree. A lethality assessment was per-
formed and the victim was provided with Domestic Violence services.

Monthly Report March 2026
WATERFORD EAST LYME
CALLS FOR SERVICE 61 19
AFTER HOURS CALL OUTS 2 0
TICKETS ISSUED 0 1
WARNINGS ISSUED 0 0
DOG BITES a 3
ANIMALS REDEEMED 7 1
ANIMALS ADOPTED 3 0
ANIMALS DOA 0 0
EUTHANIZED 0 0
ANIMALS PROCESSED TOTAL 10 i
TOTAL MONEY TAKEN IN $ 610.00 $ 675.00
DONATIONS TAKEN IN $ 505.00 $ 660.00

1) Springtime, all the wildlife is waking up and looking for girlfriends and something to eat,
sadly we had an outbreak of distemper in the area. We handled 10 sick raccoons in
March. Sadly there is not treatment, the only option is euthanasia to remove them from
the ecosystem to prevent further spread.
2) Anewfoundland went missing from an out of state visitor, after 4 days of searching, the
dog was located on Rte. 85, it appears that he had gotten tangled up in a briar bush and
it took him several days to decide to pull himself away from the briars that were tangled
in his long fur, he was certainly relieved to finally be located, she jumped up in my truck
and laid her head down in my lap.
3) Another busy month for Percy and AACO Ryan. They participated in the East Lyme Police
Cadet Comedy fundraiser, the Waterford High School health fair and Hodges birthday
celebration.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Community Engagement Report
March 2026
Internship: Intern Caleb Cobb shadowed Day Shift Patrol, Investigative Services, Traffic
Officer Genung, Training Officer Bellos, and Evening Shift Patrol. Cobb received tour of the
POST Academy and the New London Police Department. Intern Kian Gordy shadowed
Traffic Officer Reed, Day Shift Patrol, Evening Shift Patrol, Training Officer Bellos, and
Traffic Officer Devine. Both interns attend the Citizen’s Academy.
Citizen’s Academy: 20 participants attended classes about the WPD’s History, a WPD Tour,
Motor Vehicle Enforcement, Patrol, Recruiting, Training, Search & Seizure, Accident
Investigation, DUI, and DRE.
Special Olympics Efforts: Attended the monthly Torch Run Council Meeting and the SOCT
Award Dinner. Greeted customers at Jersey Mikes’ Day of Giving.
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vices: Attended the St. Patrick’s Day Senior Luncheon.
Interaction with Senior Ser
Officer Wellness: Presented an Officer Wellness/Peer Support Introduction to new
officers. Organized a Wellness Day for Evening Shift Patrol. Attended a funeral for a family
member of a Waterford Police Officer and Hodges interacted with the family.
Domestic Violence Follow-ups: Conducted 11 follow-ups with a DV victim.
Shoreline Penguin Plunge: Raised $1,445 for SOCT with other police facility K-9 handlers.
Recruiting: Held a recruitment sessions at Quinnipiac University, Eastern CT University,
and Mitchell College. Participated in the Chamber of Commerce Job Fair, WHS Career
Talk, and CLMS Career Day.
Assistance to Youth Officers: Went to the Waterford Country School for Read Across
America. Attended the Waterford Schools Health Fair and QH School Sensory Night.
Provided Friendship School and Lakes Pond Baptist School Students tours of the police
department. Spoke to the Avery PT Transition Program about Internet Safety. Participated
in QH School’s Humane Society Fundraiser.
K-9 Officer Hodges: Helped organize Hodges’ birthday celebration at the Waterford
Library. Hodges interacted with witnesses of an accident at a local business and a juvenile
who was with DCF. And Spoke to Groton Rotary about the Police Facility K9 Program.
Mock Traffic Stop Event for Newly Licensed Drivers: Assisting the Guilford Police and
Stonington Police in the organization of their own events.