Board of Police Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda

Town of Waterford, Connecticut, Police Commission Meeting Agenda
Training Room at the Waterford Police Department
2/19/2026 5:00 pm
Call to order and establish quorum:
Pledge of Allegiance:
Public input:
Presentation of the 2025 Police Officer of the Year Award to Officer Julie Jordan
Acceptance of minutes: January 8, 2026 Special Meeting
Acceptance of minutes: January 12, 2026 Regular Meeting
Correspondence:
a. Information from the Police Commissioners Association of Connecticut
b. Email expressing appreciation for Waterford Police Officers' handling of a situation
c. Email from a grateful resident for an Officer's assistance
Traffic Commission Review:
Chief's Report:
a. K9 Reports for January
b. Youth Report for January
c. Investigative Services Report for January
d. Training Report for January
e. Support Services Report for January
f. Patrol Report for January
g. Animal Control Report for January
h. Community Engagement Report for January

Old Business:
New Business:
a. Introduction of student interns Mitchell College student Caleb Cobb and Waterford High School
student Kian Gordy.
b. Executive Session for Personnel Discussion.

SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
January 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioner R. Brule, Commissioner M. Gelinas, Commissioner J.
Dimmock, Commissioner C. Gamble, Commissioner T. Sheridan, Human
Resources Director Christine Walters
DEPARTMENT: — Chief M. Balestracci
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.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and seconded by Commissioner Gamble to enter
into Executive Session, including Chief Balestracci and HR Director Christine Walters at 5:02
p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
The Board came out of Executive Session at 5:33 p.m. No votes or actions were taken while in
Executive Session.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Sheridan and seconded by Commissioner Dimmock to
begin the Chief of Police selection process in accordance with established policy to include Law
Enforcement Council of Connecticut participation for external oral board interviews. Motion
passed unanimously.

MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and seconded by Commissioner Sheridan to
adjourn the meeting at 5:35 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted by:
Chine € Crvrll
Diane E. Driscoll
Recording Secretary

MINUTES
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
January 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioner R. Brule, Commissioner M. Gelinas, Commissioner C.
Gamble, Commissioner J. Dimmock, Bill Sheehan, Board of Finance
Liaison
ABSENT: Commissioner T. Sheridan
DEPARTMENT: Chief M. Balestracci, LT N. VanOverloop, LT D. Ferland,
LT P. Flanagan, Traffic Officer M. Devine
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:
Bill Sheehan introduced himself to the Commission and summarized his understanding of his
duties as a Board of Finance Liaison.
Helen Kwasniewski presented several concerns. She requested an increased police presence in
Quaker Hill to monitor speeding. She also expressed concern about college students running in
the roadway, and noted that LED headlights and some residential lighting are blinding at night.
Additionally, she raised concerns about limited sight lines at the intersection of Chapman and
Vauxhall Street.

Chief Balestracci announced that LT. Dave Ferland would fill his role at the meeting as part of
cross-training as the Chief prepares for his retirement.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gamble and seconded by Commissioner Dimmock to
accept the December 8, 2025 Regular Meeting minutes. Motion passed.
CORRESPONDENCE:
Correspondence was reviewed.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION REVIEW:
Traffic Report was received.
CHIEF’S REPORT:
a. K9 Reports for December
December report was received.
b. Youth Reports for December
December report was received.
c. Investigative Services for December
December report was received.
d. Training Report for December
December report was received.
e. Support Services Report for December
December report was received.
f. Patrol Report for December
December report was received.
g. Animal Control Report for December
December report was received.
h. Community Engagement Report for December
December report was received.

OLD BUSINESS:
NEW BUSINESS:
Discussion of a standing order for BOPC approval of out-of-series-budget transfers.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and seconded by Commissioner Gamble to
authorize a standing order approving out-of-series budget transfers moving forward, with the
understanding that the Commission is advised of the transfers. Motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Brule welcomed Bill Sheehan. He stated that he will continue to support the
Police Department’s operating budget and capital improvement (CIP) requests, including the
locker room project. He also expressed appreciation for the leadership of Chief Balestracci and
the Lieutenants.
Chief Balestracci responded by expressing his appreciation for Commissioner Brule’s support
and emphasized the critical importance of the locker room project as the department continues to
hire more female officers. He also noted the impact the lower fuel rate will have on the Police
Department’s FY27 budget request.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and Seconded by Commissioner Gamble to
adjourn the meeting at 5:29 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diane E. Driscoll
Recording Secretary

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Chip Rubenstein
Milford
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Dan O'Connor
Norwalk
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John Vazzano
Trumbull
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Mark Grasso
Orange
Treasurer
Bob Hannon
North Haven
Assistant Treasurer
Angelo Magliocco
Trumbull
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Alden Mead
North Haven
Gary Lafferty
Watertown
€d O’Connor
Clinton- former
Andrew Esposito
North Branford
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Kelly Orzel
admin@ctpcac.org
POLICE COMMISSIONERS ASSOCIATION OF CONNECTICUT, INC
January 9, 2026
Dear Friends of the PCAC:
As we enter 2026, we extend our sincere appreciation for your continued support of the PCAC.
We are proud of the work we have done to strengthen relationships between our association and
police departments across Connecticut.
Our Annual Evening to Celebrate Law Enforcement continues to grow, bringing together more
than 200 attendees to honor Distinguished Chiefs and officers from across the state. At the core
of our mission is recognizing chiefs and officers for exceptional dedication, exemplary police
work, integrity, and acts of heroism that have benefited their departments and communities. We
remain committed to this purpose through our Meritorious Service Awards. We are also
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We look forward to our 2026 Evening to Celebrate Law Enforcement scheduled for Wednesday,
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Diane Driscoll _
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From: Patrick Flanagan
Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 10:52 AM
To: Nicholas Genung; Christopher Robinson
Ce: Marc Balestracci; Diane Driscoll
Subject: FW: Request for Body Camera Footage — 12 Douglas Self Storage Solutions
Off. Genung and Off. Robinson,
Anice “thank you” from Yamilla Mateo who you guys assisted yesterday at Self Storage Solutions. Great work!
Lt. Patrick Flanagan
Waterford Police Department
41 Avery Lane, Waterford, Connecticut
860-442-9451 Ext. 2271
From: Mateo, Yamilla <ymateo@newlondonct.gov>
Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 10:29 AM
To: Police Records <police.records@waterfordct.org>
Cc: Mayor Passero <mpassero@newlondon¢t.gov>; Fields, Steven <sfields@newlondonct.gov>; Daugherty, Rain
<RDaugherty@newlondonct.gov>; Wright, Brian <BWright@newlondonct.gov>
Subject: Request for Body Camera Footage — 12 Douglas Self Storage Solutions
Good morning Valarie,
Thank you for your assistance yesterday. It is sincerely appreciated.
| am writing on behalf of the City of New London (Community Development Office) to formally request the body camera
footage from the incident at 12 Douglas Self Storage Solutions (Waterford CT) involving Officer Chris Robinson (#84) and
Officer Nicholas Genung (#74).
Both officers worked collaboratively to create a calm, safe, and de-escalated environment during a very sensitive
situation. Officer Robinson engaged directly with the individual involved with professionalism, respect, and composure,
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while Officer Genung provided strong presence, situational control, and technical expertise. Together, their
coordination, professionalism, and integrity contributed to the effective management of the incident.
On behalf of the City of New London, please extend our appreciation to both officers for their exemplary conduct and
dedication to public service.
Thank you again for your support.
Have a joyous day!
With Grace & Appreciation,
Yamilla Mateo, M.A.GL
Neighborhood Coordinator | Eviction, Fair Housing & Relocation Officer | Fair Rent Commission Administrator, City of New
London, Office of Development and Planning, Community Development Branch
M.A Global Leadership & Counseling, Intercultural Studies
A: City of New London | City Hall, 181 State Street, New London
) CT, 2"! Floor
T: (860)437-6394
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E: ymateo@newlondonct.or,
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From: Marc Balestracci
Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 10:13 AM
To: Tyrone Mack
ca Patrick Flanagan; David Ferland; Nicole VanOverloop; Diane Driscoll
Subject: FW: Officer Mack
Excellent work Tyrone! We love to get emails like this detailing all the quiet, extra things our officers do in the
community every day. Thanks and keep up the great work!
Thank you,
Marc Balestracci
Chief of Police
Waterford Police Department
41 Avery Lane, Waterford, Connecticut
860-442-9451 Ext. 2282
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From: Ray Pollick .
Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 9:38 AM
To: Marc Balestracci <mbalestracci@waterfordct.org>
Subject: Officer Mack
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Many kudos to Officer Mack. He helped dig me out of a snowbank on corner of Old Norwich Road and Old Mill this
morning (1 am so embarrassed @). Well done by this young man. Very courteous and helpful. Again my thanks to you
both. Ray P 144BDR Sent from my iPhone

The Waterford Police Department
Traffic Officer Report
January 2026
LINE OF SIGHT ISSUES:
- None to report.
DOT RELATED ISSUES.
- Connecticut DOT (CTDOT) responded to a request for an engineer’s review of adding Rectangular Rapid
Flashing Beacons (RRFB) on Route 1 in the area between Avery Lane and Route 156. CTDOT has declined to
install RRFBs along Route 1 because the identified crosswalks do not meet the state’s traffic volume and
speed criteria for state-initiated installations. However, CTDOT has left open the option for the Town to
pursue RRFBs independently, provided the Town funds the design and installation, upgrades certain
roadway features (such as sidewalk ramps, signage, and pavement markings) to current standards, and
assumes ownership and maintenance of the systems.
PARKING COMPLAINTS:
\teya(eca - On going parking issues during snow storms were brought to the attention of the
WINTERSTORM Traffic Unit by the Department of Public Works (DPW). Prior to a large snow storm a
parking ban was put in place. In anticipation of vehicles being parked in the roadway,
a parking ban notice was created and placed on vehicle that parked in the roadways
overnight on the morning before the snow storm. Approximately 200 notices were
placed on vehicles. Officers also made contact with residents prior to and during the
storm to have them move their vehicles from the roadway for the duration of the
storm. DPW reported that the difficulties plowing during this storm were eased
greatly by not having vehicles in the road impeding their plowing efforts.
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ENFORCEMENT RELATED COMPLAINTS:
- Areview of 2025 traffic crash data for the Town of Waterford shows that the highest number of crashes
occurred on Route 85 (125), Route 1 (112), and Route 32 (51), identifying these corridors as primary
problem areas. In response, traffic enforcement efforts during the month of January were concentrated on
Route 85 and Route 1, particularly in locations with the highest accident rates. Other notable crash locations
include Cross Road (51 crashes), while the remaining routes experienced comparatively lower incident
totals.
Route 1
Roadoads 22%
24%
|
| PERCENT, QF CRASHES BY ROADWAY 
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Cross Road
10%
Route 213__\
Route 32
10%
3%
Route 156 Route 85
7% 24%
REQUESTS FOR SIGNS OR CHANGE OF ROADWAY FEATURES:
- Request to move a “Side Street” warning sign on Vauxhall St., due to multiple people pulling
into the residences driveway, believing it to be Old Barry Road. We are currently working with
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The Waterford Police Department
Traffic Officer Report
January 2026
DPW to determine a location that gives proper distance from Old Barry Road and that is not causing
motorists’ confusion and causing them to pull into the residential driveway by accident. This will be
addressed in the early spring to determine if we have an alternate location where the sign can be placed.
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: 229 Total Traffic Stops
Officer Devine #88 Reed #93 Charron #89 TOTAL
Infractions 8 37 18 63
warnings 31 75 57 163
misdemeanor @) 2 1 3
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)
Speed (mph)
1-5
6-10
11-15
16-20
21-25
26-30
31-35
36-40
41-45
46-50
51-55
56-60
2. Clark Lane southbound near Clark Lane Middle School = (30 mph zone)
Speed (mph)
1-5 20463
6-10 18603 4
11-15 16742.
16-20 rase2d
21-25 13022
26-30 1162
31-35 9301
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41-45 sse1
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51-55 1960
56-60
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The Waterford Police Department
Traffic Officer Report
January 2026
3. Vauxhall St. southbound south of Hickory Lane. (35 mph zone)
ose Speed (mph)
1-5
9934 6-10
11-15
16-20
21-25
26-30
31-35
36-40
41-45
46-50
51-55
56-60
61-65
66-70
71-75
8940.
7947.
6954
5960.
4967.
3973.
2980:
1987.
993.
4. Old Norwich Road, southbound prior to Totoket Rd. (30 mph Zone)
6061oa Speed (mph)
4959 1-5
ii 6-10
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16-2
3306 21-25
2755 26-30
2204 31-35
36-40
1658 41-45
1102 46-50
51-55
56-60
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THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
K-9 Activity Report
January 2026
K-9 Ozzy ie |
Monthly Uses: 0
2026 Uses: 0
K-9 Tico
Monthly Uses: 1
2026 Uses: 1
K-9 Usage
Tico
¢ On January 21, 2026, Officer Surdo and K9 Tico assisted the Norwich
Police Department in taking an individual into custody who had com-
mitted a burglary earlier in the morning and currently held an active
Violation of Probation warrant. The individual was believed to be at
his place of employment and the building was surrounded by officers.
K9 Tico and Officer Surdo took a position to the rear of the building as
the individual has previously fled from the building in the past when
officers were looking to take the individual into custody. Officers lo-
cated the individual inside the residence and he was taken into custody |f}j—
without incident.
K9 Assist From Montville PD
¢ On January 30, 2026 at 11:43pm the evening shift responded to 26
Norwich RD for a rollover MVACC. It was reported by witnesses that |
the operator had exited the vehicle and fled on foot. Patrol set up a pe-
rimeter and a K9 track was conducted by Off. Witts of the Montville
PD and his K9 partner. While tracking North on Maple RD in the area
of Marguy ST, Off. Witts, his K9 partner, and Off. Jordan (WPD) lo-
cated the suspect attempting to flee the area. The subject was taken
into custody and charged with Driving Under the Influence (CGS 14-
227).
Monthly Training
« Monthly K-9 training was conducted on 1/13/26 and 1/27/26 in obedience,
tracking, article search, building search, area search, narcotics detections, and
apprehension work.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Youth Office Activity
Report
January 2026
¢ SRO Lane co-taught two DUI Awareness
health classes at Clark Lane Middle
School.
¢ SRO Winters conducted two child car seat
installations. One at Great Neck School
and one at Oswegatchie School.
¢ SRO Winters applied a tourniquet to a stu-
dent’s arm (QH School) after he experi-
enced a bad bleed after an accident.
¢ SRO Malbaurn and SRO Lane attended
numerous boys and girls high school and
middle school basketball games.
¢ SRO Winters and SRO Lane collaborated
to present a School Safety “Run Hide
Fight” presentation to Great Neck and
Oswegatchie school staff during a profes-
sional development day.
¢ SRO Malbaurn re-visited a JRB referral
involving a WHS student. The student,
per the JRB chairperson, was not in com-
pliance with signed contract and as a re-
sult the case was referred back to the juve-
nile court.
« Off. Rogers responded to an address — —— =
in town for a harassment complaint Month at a Glance
involving two juveniles (middle school
and high school students). A referral
was made to SRO Lane and SRO CAD Report: 5
Malbaurn and both were able to in- Case Reports: 1
tervene at the school level.
Home Visits: 1
Arrests: 0 / JRB Referrals: 0
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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
January 2026
In the month of January 2026 the Investigative Services Division worked or assisted with 14
investigations.
Current Active Investigations (82 Cases):
(These numbers do not include assist’s to the Patrol Division)
Homicide-1 Pistol Permits-9
Burglary-4 Skimmer—1
Robbery-1 Fraud—s
ID Theft—1 Larceny —4
Untimely—1 Stolen Vehicle—1
Child Abuse/Neglect —1 Narcotics—1
Vehicle Breaks—1
Year to Date Statistical Report
Case Search Background Arrests Sex
a
Numbers Warrants Cheeks Assaults
8 4 0) 0 2
Phone Extract Auto Theft Burglary Unattended Robbery
Deaths
3 0 2 2, 0

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Investigative Services
Division
January 2026 Updates: January 2026
In January the administrative team along with Detective Carroll and representatives from the New London
Superior court met at the Waterford Police Department in regards to the Kyle Seidel case. The group
brainstormed new ideas and talked about the case as a whole. It was determined that the case will remain active
at this time.
Investigative Services hosted a monthly Intel Meeting at the Waterford Police Department with Investigator
Bushwack taking the lead in presenting the information.
Members of Investigative Services attended the annual CTIC Conference. This year the conference was held at
Mohegan Sun and was attended by approximately 200 local law enforcement officers.
After a trend in burglaries in which families of Asian descendants who are either current or former restaurant
owners occurred, Lieutenant VanOverloop and Detective Sergeant Avdevich made contact with the rest of the
Chinese restaurants in town as well as past restaurant owners still residing in Waterford to make them aware of
the ongoing burglaries.
Investigative Services became aware of a subject currently serving time in Vermont on felony charges that has
pending charges in Connecticut stemming from a previous Waterford arrest. A detainer was sent to the detention
center in Vermont notifying the subject of his right to be extradited to Connecticut to be arraigned on the
charges. The subject has agreed to be extradited and we will be arranging to transport the subject to be arraigned
in New London in the near future.
Detective Bonkowski assisted surrounding agencies with three (3) Mobile Extraction Examines.
January 2026 Investigations:
Detective Carroll was assigned a report of a deceased female in a vehicle in a parking lot of a commercial
business in Waterford. The vehicle was located after the female was reported as missing several days earlier by
the Norwich Police Department. The case is still under investigation pending a report from the medical
examiners office though not deemed suspicious at this time.
Detectives O'Connell and Bushwack were each assigned to investigate the report of two separate burglaries to
residences of owners who are of Asian descent. These burglaries are both still under investigation.
Investigative Services assisted the Patrol Division with numerous warrants throughout the month of January.
Two search warrants were drafted in regards to victims of fraud in the search of bank records while the other
was sent to the social media platform TikTok in regards to a threatening investigation. Lastly, Detective Carroll
served a search warrant in regards to a vehicle being retained as evidence in our impound lot in a larceny
investigation
Detective Bonkowski was assigned a sexual assault investigation stemming from an incident in 2009. Both
parties involved no longer reside in Waterford. This case is under further investigation.
Investigator Bushwack was assigned a juvenile sexual assault case involving two juveniles in a dating
relationship. This case is under further investigation.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAINING REPORT
JANUARY 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 additional vacancies possibly in the next year.
Recruit Status: Recruit Ramos is approaching her last two weeks of the LEC po-
lice academy. Recruit Ramos is scheduled to start her Field Training the second
week of February. Recruit Morgan has completed his seventeenth week at the Con-
necticut Police Academy located in Meriden, CT.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
INTEGRITY
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TRAINING REPORT
JANUARY 2026
Officer Surdo and Officer Barrows attended a one day class for Search and
Seizure Updates. This training reviews exceptions, principles, procedural
requirements, constitutional law, statutory law and case law relating to
search and seizure, and incorporating scenarios. The scenario based class
presents facts from recent case from the U.S. Supreme Court, Second Cir-
cuit and Connecticut Courts.
Sergeant Nickerson and Sergeant Caler attended a two-day training by the
NTOA in the matter of Supervising Patrol Critical incident . This training
was hosted at the Waterford Police Department. This training is designed
to provide patrol supervisors with the information and tools needed to man-
age a critical incident prior to the arrival of a Special Response Team
(SRT). Teaching the understanding of the methodology used in managing a
dynamic tactical problem, incident command system fundamentals, and the
4 primary types of critical incidents.
Officer Maselli and Officer Sabilia attended a week long Crisis Intervention
Training. This training brings community and law enforcement resources
together to address common issues related to mental health and how law
enforcement interacts with people that have mental health issues.
Officers Colkos, Arpin, and Jordan attended a one day Dragger Intoxylizer
instructor course. After this course, these officers will be able to conduct an-
nual certifications for other officers in the police department, assist with
maintenance of the Dragger machine, and assist on facilitating updates to
the system through the State of Connecticut.

Support Services Report
January 2026
« The CSOs covered 70 shifts this month.
Records Activity
« Records Personnel attended additional
‘FOI Requests 109
FOI training. This is on top of training they
Warrants 35
| received last month
‘Phone Calls
watt Meee » Records was tasked with a large FOI re-
quest for LPR (license plate reader) data.
Background Checks
; « Records assisted the New Britain Police
Protective Orders
Department with an active larceny investi-
Officer Tasking R t
ee ee gation by providing them with WPD
Cape Erasuyas officer BWC video.
DCF Requests
Court Requests
Abstracts
‘Video Requests
Reports Accepted
CISS Arrest Packets
CSO Activity Fingerprints
Adult Arrests Pistol Permits
Juvenile Arrests Employment
Firearms Transfers Miscellaneous
Pistol Permits Issued Peddler/Precious Permits
Walk In Complaints Warrant Follow Ups

Patrol Report
Commissioners Activity Report
January 2026
Suspicious Vehicle Leads to Drug Arrest
On January 8, 2026 day shift responded to a retail plaza in town
for a subject slumped over the wheel of a SUV. Upon arrival
officers located a disoriented female sleeping at the wheel. The
female admitted to engaging in narcotics activity and probable
cause was developed to search the vehicle. Located within the
vehicle was a quantity of Fentanyl, Crack Cocaine, as well as drug
paraphernalia (all of which were seized as evidence). The suspect
was charged with possession of Fentanyl, Possession of Crack
Cocaine, and Possession of Drug paraphernalia.
Pictured at left are a
facsimile firearm and
seized narcotics (incident
detailed below). Pictured |,
at right are narcotics
seized from incident de-
tailed above.
MVACC: Leads to Drug / Facsimile Firearm Arrest
On January 14,2026 Off. Robinson, Off. Surdo, and Sgt. Epps
responded to Cross RD for a motor vehicle accident.
Through investigative efforts it was determined the at fault
operator was under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol
and was arrested for DUI. The operator was also found to
be in possession of Fentanyl, drug paraphernalia, and an
illegal HKVP9 .43 caliber CO2 pistol. He was charged with a
multitude of motor vehicle and criminal charges.
SELF INITIATED MOTOR VEHICLE ACTIVITY BY BADGE NUMBER
W3
|
93 89
93: Off. Reed w/ 113 stops
88: Off. Devine w/ 39 stops
82: Off. Rogers w/ 22 stops
8s 82 103 87 99 94 83 $10 91 106 111 109 110 6 98 102 79 97° 021 92 96
Badge Number
Patrol Calls for Service
Monthly Snap Shot:
89: Off. Charron w/ 76 stops
Total Service Calls
Case Numbers
Arrests
Juvenile Arrests
Larcenies
Arrest Warrants
Domestic Violence
Investigations
Traffic Crash
DUI Investigations
EDP/Welfare
Check
School Checks
Motor Vehicle
Written Warnings
Infractions
Verbal Warnings
Misdemeanor
Other
4 3 3 2 2
39Se
74 022 S16
SIS 64 SI7
2674
129
47
0
23
54
44
53
518
244
100
153
16
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Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Weapon in Vehicle
On January 10,2026 Off. Gorman conducted a traffic stop
for a moving motor vehicle violation. Upon approaching the
vehicle Off. Gorman observed, in plain view, a black firearm
(later determined to be a facsimile firearm) tucked between [ppg
the center console and passenger seat. The operator was ||
removed from the vehicle and charged with Possession of a
Weapon in a Motor Vehicle, Possession of Alcohol by a per-
son under 21, Failure to Move over for an Emergency Vehi-
cle, Operation of a Motor Vehicle without a License, and
Operation of an Unregistered Motor Vehicle.
Tip From FBI Leads to Arrest by Warrant
On February 15, 2025 the Waterford Police Department received a tip from an
FBI agent (New Haven Field Office) about a social media threat against a political
party’s headquarters in Waterford, CT. Screenshots of the threats were obtained
by Off. Colkos and an investigation commenced. Through various investigative
efforts Off. Colkos was able to identify the suspect as a subject who resided in
New Haven, CT. An arrest warrant was drafted and signed by a judge at the
New London Superior courthouse. After numerous attempts to contact/locate
the suspect Off. Colkos was able to locate him on January 5, 2026. The suspect
was taken into custody and charged with Threatening in the First Degree.
Operator Asleep at the Wheel Results in DUI Arrest
On January 28, 2026 at approximately 0104 hours Off. Luce was on routine pa-
trol on RTE 32 just prior to the I|-395 on ramp. He observed a vehicle stationary
in the roadway with its blinker on. The vehicle was observed sitting still through
an entire traffic control light cycle. A motor vehicle stop was initiated and the
operator was found to be asleep at the wheel. A series of standardized field so-
briety tests were administered by Off. Luce and Sgt. Caler (Drug Recognition Ex-
pert). The operator was taken into custody for DUI (C.G.S. 14-227a).

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Animal Control
Report
January 2026
e Mother dog and five puppies have all been adopted. AACP Ryan had cared for the dogs
after the birth and even ended up adopting one of them.
e Both ACO’s assisted in teaching the Animal Control block at the LEC Academy. Leash-
es were provided to all recruits to carry in their duty bags
e One dog was euthanized due to aggression issues. The dog had been found roaming and
was never claimed. As always, an ACO accompanied the dog the vet for the procedure.
e Excess was donated to the United Way Food Pantry in New London.
East
Waterford Lyme
Calls for Service 88 39
After Hour Call Outs 1 2
Tickets Issued 1 0
Warnings Issued 0
‘Dog Bites 3 0
Animals Redeemed 12 3
Animals Adopted 5 0
‘Animals DOA 1
Euthanized 0
Total Processed 18 4
Money Taken In $285 $740
Donations $20 $725
"Speaking for those who have no voice"

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Community Engagement Report
January 2026
Internship: Caleb Cobb and Kian Gordy both received their orientations and a tour of the
police department. Cobb shadowed the Records Department. Cobb attended a Crime
Prevention Class at the AHEPA Apartments, LEC Academy Defensive Tactics Training, and
LEC Academy OC Exposure Day. Gordy went to Great Neck School and Town Hall with
Officer Fredricks for the planning of upcoming community events.
Interaction with Youth Services: Spoke about Bullying Prevention at Youth Promise.
Interaction with Senior Services: Visited Bayview Health Care.
Citizen’s Academy: Contacted various schools and organizations to recruit for the
upcoming academy. Reviewing incoming applications.
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Officer Wellness: Taught Gracie Survival Tactics at the LEC Police Academy. Organized a
Regional Peer Support Meeting with Waterford Firefighters, Ambulance Staff, Dispatch,
and Chaplains. Assisted at the LEC Police Academy OC Exposure Day.
K-9 Officer Hodges: Interacted with a Clark Lane Middle School Student that was having a
medical emergency. Assisted University at New Haven Police with starting their Facility K9
Program. Visited Middletown High School after the untimely death of a student. Visited
New London Superior Court. Spoke about the Facility K9 Program at CIT Training. Held
Read to Hodges at the Waterford Library.
Domestic Violence Follow-ups: Conducted 4 follow-ups with DV victims.
Coffee with a Cop: Organized an event where first responders and citizens have casual
conversations at Waterford Lowe’s Home Improvement. Attended New London Police’s
Coffee with a Cop Event.
Recruiting: Participating in the Mentorship New Hire Program.
Special Olympics Efforts: Attended the monthly Torch Run Council Meeting and a
Regional SOCT Meeting. Participated in a SOCT Dog Yoga Fundraiser to raise $750.
Advance Services Programs: One new registrant added to the program.
Assistance to Youth Officers: Spoke about community profiling and the Facility K9
Program with the Waterford High School Criminal Justice Class. Coordinated a bike helmet
donation for Waterford Students with the Read to Ride Program. Visited the Waterford
High School Unified Classroom.