Board of Police Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda

Town of Waterford, Connecticut, Police Commission Meeting Agenda
Training Room at the Waterford Police Department
1/13/2025 5:00 pm
Call to order and establish quorum:
Pledge of Allegiance:
Public input:
Acceptance of minutes: December 9, 2024 Regular Meeting
Correspondence:
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a. Thank you card from New London Rehab
b.
Thank you note from a resident
Letter of appreciation from Putnam Chief of Police
Commendation Letter from a resident
Notification of findings from Accreditation Review
Email from CT DOT regarding lane reconfiguration on Route 32 and Old Norwich Road
Traffic Commission Review:
Chiefs Report:
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b.
K9 Reports for December
Youth Report for December
Investigative Services Report for December
Training Report for December
Support Services Report for December
Patrol Report for December
Animal Control Report for December
Community Engagement Report for December

Old Business:
a. Recording of Commission Meetings
New Business:
a. Executive Session for police officer candidate interviews and possible action

MINUTES
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
December 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Commissioner R. Brule, Commissioner C. Gamble, Commissioner M.
Gelinas, Commissioner T. Sheridan, Commissioner J. Dimmock via phone
DEPARTMENT: — Chief M. Balestracci, LT N. VanOverloop, LT D. Ferland,
LT P. Flanagan, Traffic Officer M. Devine, Training Officer M. Sylvestre,
Inv. T. Zaldivar, Officer A. Reed, Officer Z. Bushwack
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM:
Commissioner Gelinas called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in the General Meeting Room of
the Waterford Police Department. A Quorum was established.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC INPUT:
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gamble and seconded by Commissioner Dimmock to
accept the November 12, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes. Commissioner Brule abstained.
Motion passed.
CORRESPONDENCE:
Correspondence was reviewed.

Chief’s Awards were presented.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION REVIEW:
Traffic report was received. The petition submitted by the residents of Savi and Tiffany Avenues
was discussed. Officer Devine also updated the Commission on the status of the parking signs
on Windy Ridge and announced the addition of Officer A. Reed to the Traffic Unit.
CHIEF’S REPORT:
a. K9 Reports for November
November report was received.
b. Youth Reports for November
November report was received.
c. Investigative Services for November
November report was received.
d. Training Report for November
November report was received.
e. Support Services Report for November
November report was received.
f. Patrol Report for November
November report was received.
g. Animal Control Report for November
November report was received.
h. Community Engagement Report for November
November report was received.
OLD BUSINESS:
a. Recording Commission Meetings — Nothing new to report.

NEW BUSINESS:
a. FY26 Budget Review
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and Seconded by Commissioner Gamble
to approve the FY26 budget as presented. Discussion ensued. The commissioners agreed that
no changes or corrections were needed and commented that the budget was well organized and
presented. Motion passed unanimously.
b. Chief?s Update — Chief Balestracci provided agency statistics that a commissioner had
requested at a prior meeting. Chief discussed the positive impact of the Traffic Unit and
the Retail Theft Initiative and updated the Commission on the current status of staffing in
the department.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gamble and Seconded by Commissioner Dimmock to
adjourn the meeting at 5:35 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diane E. Driscoll
Recording Secretary

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December 2, 2024
Chief Marc Balestracci
Waterford Police Department
41 Avery Lane
Waterford, CT 06795
Dear Chief Balestracci:
I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation for the Mutual Aid
assistance you provided to us on Sunday December 1, 2024, for the Putnam Holiday Dazzle
Light Parade. Lt., David Ferland represented the Montville Police Department with a
professional attitude and engaged the parade viewers in a helpful and courteous manner as they
were assigned to crowd and traffic control. I am pleased to say that the parade was a complete
success with approximately 10,000 viewers in attendance and it took place without incident.
Large scale events in Putnam like this could not be as successful without the mutual aid
cooperation of you and your department. Again, please pass along my gratitude to him for his
professionalism and hard work assisting us in Putnam.
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To: Marc Balestracci
Cc: Michael Fedor; POST.Accreditation
Subject: Waterford PD Tier Ill Accreditation Assessment Outcome Notification
Attachments: Waterford PD Notification of Tier III Assessment Outcome Letter 12.30.2024 JR.pdf;
Waterford PD Tier Ill Accreditation Outcome Report 12.30.24 JR.pdf
Importance: High
Good afternoon, Chief Balestracci:
Congratulations on successfully meeting the State POSTC Tier III accreditation standards! I want to express my sincere
appreciation to Sergeant Fedor his diligent efforts in preparing the required documentation and for his responsiveness
throughout this process.
Attached is the outcome report from your agency's recent assessment. Please print a color copy of the report, sign it to
acknowledge receipt, and then scan and return it to me. The signed copy will be submitted to the POST Council for
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Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for your help.
Respectfully,
Jennie
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FIELD PROGRAM CONSULTANT
POST — Connecticut Police Academy
(203) 427-2620
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DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES & PUBLIC PROTECTION
POLICE OFFICER STANDARDS & TRAINING
285 PresTON Ave, MERIDEN, CT 06450 e (203) 427-2622
December 30, 2024
Chief Marc Balestracci
Waterford Police Department
41 Avery Lane
Waterford, CT 06385
Subject: Notification of Findings from Accreditation Review
Dear Chief Balestracci,
In compliance with Public Act 22-119, titled An Act Concerning Accreditation Standards for Law
Enforcement Units, the Police Officer Standards and Training Accreditation Division has
conducted a review of Tier III files for the Waterford Police Department. This letter serves to
inform you of the findings from that review.
The file review started on Monday, December 16, 2024, and concluded on Friday, December 27,
2024. The accreditation assessment team included four members: Jennie Rivera, Lieutenant
Dana Jezierski, Donald Bridge, and Zachary Alexander.
Attached is the assessment report, which includes the Tier III Accreditation Outcome Report,
detailing the findings for each chapter reviewed. The Waterford Police Department has
successfully met the POST-C State Accreditation standards for Tier III.
On behalf of the Police Officer Standards and Training Academy, we thank the Waterford
Department for demonstrating professionalism and supporting the State of Connecticut's
mission to achieve full accreditation status by 2026. We congratulate your agency on achieving
Tier Ill accreditation status, pending approval from the POST Council.
We invite the Waterford Police Department to attend the POST Council meeting, scheduled for
Thursday, March 6, 2025, in person at the Police Officer Standards and Training Academy, which
will serve as an exit meeting.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 203-427-2620.
285 Preston Avenue
Meriden, CT 06450

Respectfully,
SEnnie E. Rivera
Field Program Consultant
POST, Accreditation Division
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Good afternoon,
Fils, Oddler <Oddler.Fils@ct.gov>
Thursday, December 19, 2024 3:28 PM
Marc Balestracci
Project No. 0152-0163 - Lane Reconfigurations on Route 32 at Old Norwich Road -
Pedestrian Accommodations
0152-0163 - Project Description.pdf; 0152-0163 Location Plan.pdf; 0152-0163 Concept
Plan.pdf
My name is Oddler Fils. | am part of the design team for State Project No. 0152-0163. The project is in preliminary design
phase and the schedules are currently tentative. See attachments for more details.
lam reaching out to you because you are listed in our record as the Local Traffic Authority (LTA) representative for the
Town of Waterford. We are considering no pedestrians crossing signs at the intersection, but wanted to get the Town’s
opinions if they know of pedestrians’ activities at the intersection. | was out at the intersection for a field visit last
summer. There were no pedestrians’ activities when | was there. Let us know if the Town has any preference for
pedestrians’ accommodations at the intersection.
Please forward this email to appropriate person or department if you are not the right contact.
Should you have any questions about this email, feel free to contact me.
Thank you,
Oddler Fils
Transportation Engineer
Division of Traffic Engineering
Connecticut Department of Transportation
2800 Berlin Turnpike, Room 4311
Newington, CT 06111
Phone: (860) 594-2771
Fax: (860) 594-2714
Oddler.fils@ct.gov

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Project No. 0152-0163
F.A.P No. 000T(378)
Lane Reconfigurations on Route 32 at Old Norwich Road and SR 693
Town of Waterford
PROJECT LOCATION
This project is located on Route 32 (Mohegan Avenue) and SR 693 (Montville Connector) at the intersection of
Old Norwich Road in the Town of Waterford. The project limits extend from approximately MP 3.86 to MP 4.15
along Route 32 (Mohegan Avenue) and MP 0.00 to MP 0.27 along SR 693 (Montville Connector).
EXISTING CONDITIONS
Route 32 and SR 693 are classified as Urban Principal Arterials and have posted speed limits of 45 and 50 MPH
respectively in the proposed project area. Route 32 and SR 693 run in a north/south direction and have an average
daily traffic of approximately 4,700 and 16,200 vehicles (2023) respectively. At the intersection of Old Norwich
Road and Route 32 (intersection 152-236), Route 32 Northbound consists of a 2-foot- wide left shoulder, 12-foot-
wide left turning lane, 2 1 1-foot-wide thru lanes and a 10-foot-wide right shoulder. Route 32 Southbound consists
of a 2-foot-wide left shoulder, 12-foot-wide left dedicated turning lane, 2 11-foot-wide thru lanes, 12-foot-wide
right turning lane and a 10-foot-wide right shoulder. The portion of Old Norwich Road that intersects Route 32
to the west of intersection 152-236 consists of one approximately 17-foot-wide lane in the eastbound direction
and one approximately 19-foot-wide lane in the westbound direction. The multi-residential driveway located at
eastern leg of intersection 152-236 consists of a 17.5-foot-wide gravel driveway. Route 32 has multiple driveway
aprons for residential houses. SR 693 connects Route 32 to Interstate-395. A dedicated 12-foot-wide left turning
lane provides access from Route 32 Southbound onto Hempstead Drive.
A preliminary traffic analysis performed by the Department’s Project Development Unit showed existing queues
of approximately 2,400 feet in 2022 in Route 32’s right most northbound travel lane during the PM Peak Hour.
This queue length was then field verified. It was predicted that with the current roadway configuration, the queue
length would increase to 3,500 feet by 2042.
Over the course of a 3-year period, between June 26, 2020, and June 26, 2023, there were 77 crashes and 24
injuries within the project limits. The right most lane on Route 32 Northbound experienced a high number of
rear end crashes (44 crashes and 13 injuries) which are likely related to the large traffic backups.
Within the project limits there are two main drainage crossings consisting of twin 42-inch reinforced concrete
pipes (R.C.P) that carry stormwater under Route 32. The first crossing inlets near Burlake Road, carries water
to the east underneath Route 32 and the SR 693 on-ramp. It outlets into a paved swale northeast of the intersection
152-236. The second crossing’s inlet is located on the eastern side of Route 32 just south of intersection 152-
236. This crossing runs southwest underneath Route 32 and outlets to the west of Route 32, south of intersection
152-236. These drainage crossings are connected to existing paved channels that run adjacent to Route 32. The
headwall located by Burlake Road at the inlet to the twin 42-inch R.C.P shows significant deterioration along
its face. In addition, this system has sediment built up within the channels.
PROJECT PURPOSE
The purpose of the project is to reduce congestion and congestion related crashes at the signalized intersection
of Route 32, SR 693, and Old Norwich Road.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This project proposes to add a dedicated right turning lane from Route 32 Northbound to the Montville Connector
by shifting all existing lanes to the west approximately 5 feet. The existing right-most travel lane on Route 32
Northbound will be converted to a combination thru and right turning lane. In addition, the entrance to the
Montville Connector will be reconfigured to include 2 auxiliary lanes instead of | to accommodate the dual right
turn lanes being installed on Route 32 Northbound. The 5-foot lane shift on Route 32 will require the installation
of new concrete median barrier, catch basins along the median, median impact attenuators, and full depth
reconstruction of an area approximately 10 feet wide along the center of Route 32 to replace the concrete center
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barrier. The portion of Old Norwich Road that intersects Route 32 will be widened towards the south to
accommodate a dedicated north turning lane and a combined north and south turning lane. The pavement on
both sides of Route 32 within the project limits will be milled and overlaid.
A new traffic signal system will be installed for intersection 152-236. The traffic signal phasing/signal timing
will be modified to reflect the proposed lane reconfigurations. According to a preliminary traffic analysis
performed by the Department’s Project Development Unit, the proposed improvements to Route 32 Northbound
are projected to reduce queue lengths to less than 300 feet in 2042.
This project proposes to remove the sediment buildup within the channels, and replace the existing headwall
located in the vicinity of Burlake Road along with other minor drainage modifications. The guiderail along the
entire project limits will be replaced with guiderail that meets current Department standards.
RIGHTS OF WAY
It is anticipated that most of the proposed improvements will be completed within the State Right of Way,
however the extent of any impacts will be determined as the project progresses.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
The permits required for this project will be determined as the project progressed.
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Design Approval (DA): 09/04/2024
Final Design Plan (FDP): 05/06/2026
Delivery of Contract Documents (DCD): 06/17/2026
Advertising (ADV): 07/15/2026
Notice to Proceed (NTP): 11/23/2026
12/18/2023

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The Waterford Police Department
Traffic Officer Report
December 2024
LINE OF SIGHT ISSUES:
- No new reports
DOT RELATED ISSUES.
- DOT project 0152-0163 Proposed change to Route 32 at the Montville Connector, adding right
turn lane and new traffic light system to accommodate the changes to the roadway. DOT has
suggested “No Pedestrian Crossing” signs be added to the roadway, and are looking for the
towns input.
- DOT has changed the speed limit on Rope Ferry Road from Boston Post to North Road.
- Complaint of traffic light from Fog Plain Rd to Route 1 not cycling for Fog Plain Rd traffic.
Observed for several cycles and tested pulling up to the light multiple times and follow up. No
issues observed. Additional calls in December with no timing issues observed.
PARKING COMPLAINTS:
- No new parking complaints at this time.
ENFORCEMENT RELATED COMPLAINTS:
- No new complaints at this time.
REQUESTS FOR SIGNS OR CHANGE OF ROADWAY FEATURES:
None at this time.
SPEED TRAFFIC SIGN DEPLOYMENT:
The two solar powered speed signs have remained in place at the below listed locations.
1. Niantic River Rd. in the area of Old Niantic River Rd, facing southbound traffic. The data shows
that vehicle traffic during the month of December 2024 was at or below the speed limit
approximately 12% of the time. Approximately 70% of the vehicles were traveling between 31
to 40 mph. Approximately 16% of vehicles were traveling between 41-45 mph. Approximately
2% were traveling between 46-50 mph and less than 1% were traveling greater than 51 mph.
2. Great Neck Road near Goshen Rd, in front of Great Neck School. The data shows that vehicle
traffic during the month of December 2024 was at or below the speed limit approximately 33%
of the time. Approximately 55% of the vehicles were traveling between 26 to 35. Vehicles were
traveling between 36-45 mph approximately 12% of the time. Approximately .001% were
traveling at a speed of 46 mph or greater, a total of 33 vehicles during the month of December.

The Waterford Police Department
Traffic Officer Report
December 2024
Battery powered signs:
1. Fog Plain Road in the area of Devonshire Drive, facing westbound traffic. The data shows
vehicle traffic from December 24, 2024 to December 31, 2024 was at or below the posted speed
limit of 25 mph, 32% of the time. Vehicles were traveling between 26-35 mph approximately
55% of the time and 36-45 mph approximately 12% of the time. Approximately 1% of vehicles
were traveling 46 mph or above during this time period.
2. Miner Lane entrance to Waterford High School had a speed feedback radar sign in place during
part of November and December. Traffic was below 25 mph 86% of the time. Approximately
11% of the time vehicles were between 26-30 mph and 3% of the time they exceeded 31mph.
This information was shared with SRO Malbaurn.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
No upcoming events
UPCOMING ROAD CONSTRUCTION WITH CLOSURE:
No large projects anticipated
TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT:
Officer Devine #88 Diogo #95 Reed #93
Infractions 4 7 35
warnings 8 5 19
misdemeanor 1 1 6

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
K-9 Activity Report
December 2024
K-9 Ozzy
Monthly Uses: 2
2024 Uses: 38
K-9 Tico
Monthly Uses: 7
2024 Uses: 46
K-9 Usage
Ozzy
¢ K9 Ozzy and Off. Genung participated in two K9 demos
for the Waterford High School Criminal Justice Class.
Tico
¢ K9 Tico and Off. Surdo participated in two K9 demos for
the Waterford High School Criminal Justice Class.
¢ K9 Tico and Off. Surdo responded to a larceny in progress
at Wal-Mart where the suspect had fled from the scene in
vehicle. The vehicle was located and the suspect was a
known narcotics user who was currently under the influ-
ence. K9 Tico was deployed for an exterior and interior
search of the vehicle and showed alert behavior. Narcotic
paraphernalia was located inside the vehicle.
¢ K9 Tico and Off. Surdo assisted Groton Town Police in
attempting to locate individuals that had fled from a stolen
motor vehicle. During the track, K9 Tico located rubber
gloves that were believed to be associated with the sus-
pects.
Monthly Training
+ Monthly K-9 training was conducted on December 3, 2024 and December 17,
2024 in obedience, tracking, article search, building search, area search, narcot-
ics detections, and apprehension work.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Youth Office Activity
Report
December 2024
¢ On December 4, 2024 SRO Malbaurn attended a meet-
ing with WHS administrators, students, and parents
about a harassment issue in the school.
¢ SRO Lane held a candy cane event at CLMS on the last & *
day of school prior to the holiday break,
¢ SRO Malbaurn conducted a home visit with Youth Ser-
vices and School Councilors to address a truancy issue.
¢ SRO Lane and SRO Winters assisted Off. Fredericks in
hosting the Christmas Tree decorating event with the
Great Neck School first grade class at the WPD.
¢ SRO. Malbaurn investigated an incident in which a stu-
dent got sick from a marijuana vape. The in-
vestigation determined that student was sell-
ing vape cartridges in school and he was sub
sequently arrested.
¢ SRO Winters investigated an issue with an
elderly driver at the Quaker Hill School.
¢ SRO Malbaurn committed a student to the
hospital for an emergency committal after
the student had an emotional breakdown.
Month at a Glance
3 — Home Visits
4 - CAD Report
1- Case Reports
Arrests - 1/ JRB Referrals— 1
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
December 2024
In the month of December 2024 the Investigative Services Division worked or assisted with
20 investigations.
Current Active Investigations (28 Cases):
(These numbers do not include assist’s to the Patrol Division)
Homicide—1 Pistol Permits—8
Burglary—3 JV Sex Assault—1
Larceny—2 Weapons Compliance—1
ID Theft—2 Shots Fired—1
Risk of Injury—1 Untimely—3
Jewelry Store Grab—1 Skimmer—1
Dispatcher Background—2
Year to Date Statistical Report
Case Search Background Arrests Sex
Numbers Warrants Checks Assaults
98 11 16 1 15
Ex-Parte's Auto Theft Burglary Unattended Robbery
Deaths
0 0 2 19 1

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Investigative Services
Division
December 2024
December 2024 Updates:
Investigative Services completed numerous undercover retail assignments in the month of
December with the holiday month resulting in more shoppers. Investigative Services
collaborated with the Connecticut State Police Retail Theft Task Force resulting in a high dollar
arrest from Target of Kitchen Aide mixers.. After the suspect vehicle attempted to elude police it
was later located in the Lawrence and Memorial Hospital parking lot occupied with the stolen
items inside. An arrest of two males was made on scene.
Detective Bonkowski completed her first of two semesters at The University of Rhode Island:
Scientific Evidence 1 program passing all classes. She will start up again for the spring
semester at the end of January.
Detective Carroll and Lieutenant VanOverloop were interviewed by the national pod cast “The
Deck” in the hopes of bringing more leads to follow in the murder investigation of Kyle Seidel.
This podcast episode is reportedly scheduled to be released at the end of the winter.
Sergeant Avdevich attended a Critical Incident Management training hosted by Bowmac at the
Law Enforcement Council in Norwich, CT. This was a three (3) day training.
December 2024 Investigations:
Detective O’Connell and Detective Carroll were assigned two (2) dispatcher background
investigations. One of the investigations has been completed while the other will be concluded
soon.
Investigator Zaldivar continues to assist patrol on two (2) larcenies from Eversource utility
trucks that occurred during the overnight hours on separate dates. A suspect has been identified
and the case will be under further investigation
After patrol received a call of an elderly woman located on the ground of her residence for an
extended period of time with injury and not able to effectively communicate the Investigative
Services Division assisted. It was determined after some length of time that the incident was not
suspicious in nature and that the woman had fallen accidentally and was then unable to get
herself up resulting in a prolonged situation of being incapacitated.
Detective Bonkowski responded to an untimely death of a forty four (44) year old male on
Scotch Cap Road. The death appears to be drug related and non suspicious. The case will be
ongoing.
Detective O’Connell was assigned to investigate a robbery from Best Way on RTE 1. The
suspect threated the use of a weapon and left with an undisclosed amount of money. No one was
injured and the case remains open.
Investigative Services continues to investigate a report of drug activity from an address in town.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAINING REPORT
DECEMBER 2024
Officer Luce attended a week long Crisis Intervention Training. This training
brings community and law enforcement resources together to address common is-
sues related to mental health and how law enforcement interacts with people that
have mental health issues
Officer Ewing, Officer Donovan, and Officer Robinson attended a three-day Field
training Officer Training. This in depth class taught officers the Field Training
Officer’s role in assisting probationary officers in certifying for solo patrol opera-
tions by applying the knowledge and skills acquired during basic police training
and using them according to our agencies policy, procedures, and community ser-
vice delivery standards and the POST Field Training and Evaluation Program.
Some of the topics covered are remedial training, phase training evaluation, lia-
bility, effective teaching skills, and standard evaluation guidelines just to name a
few.
Sergeant Avdevich attended a three-day Critical Incident Initial Response and
Management Simulation Based Training hosted by the Law Enforcement Council.
This training guided officers through every aspect of a critical incident. Some of
these topics included taking command at a scene, managing the response and re-
sources, to the resolution, and the recovery and mitigation from the incident.
Sergeant Caler and Officer Bushwack
attended a three-day Use of Force Sum-
mit at the Mohegan Sun Casino put on
by the Daigle Law Group. The Use of
Force Summit provided attendees with
presentations from top industry expert
instructors, live keynote presentations |
and panels from experts across the
country regarding the hottest use of
force topics in our country.
Officer Rodriguez attended a week long
recertification training hosted by the
Law Enforcement Council. This is a re-
quirement in order for officers to receive
their police recertification every three
years.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAINING REPORT
DECEMBER 2024.
New Officer Updates
Hiring Process: The Waterford Police Department continues it’s efforts in
recruiting and hiring. Training is continuing with the new hiring process to fill two
current vacancies, and a third vacancy next month.
Recruit Status: Recruit Boxley completed Phase 1 of her Field Training and is
currently in Phase 2. During Phase 2, Recruit Boxley is doing 50% of the work.
Recruit Maselli and Recruit Abram completed their eighteenth week at the Eastern
Regional Police Academy hosted by the Law Enforcement Council of Connecticut.

Records Activity
FOI Requests
Warrants
Phone Calls
Walk in Assists
Background Checks
Protective Orders
Officer Tasking Requests
Case Erasures
DCF Requests
Court Requests
Abstracts
Video Requests
CSO Activity
Adult Arrests
Juvenile Arrests
179)
32
Firearms Transfers
Pistol Permits Issued
Walk In Complaints
Support Services Report
December 2024
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The CSOs covered 78 shifts during the
month, equating to 624 hours of shift cov-
erage.
The CSOs covered a total of 888 shifts in
2024.
2024 Annual Statistics
Adult Arrests 270
Juvenile Arrests 4
Firearms Transfers
Pistol Permits Issued
Walk In Complaints
Fingerprints
Fingerprints
Pistol Permits
Employment
Miscellaneous
Peddler/Precious Permits
Total Fingerprints

Patrol Report
Commissioners Activity Report
December 2024
Two Arrested Attempting to Steal Cooking Oil
On December 3rd at 0650 hours the midnight shift was sent to
Filomena’s for a reported burglary in progress. It was reported by
an employee that two males were observed climbing over the rear
fence and then fleeing when confronted in a yellow Penske truck.
Off.Arpin and Off. Gorman promptly located the vehicle and
initiated a motor vehicle stop. An investigation determined the
suspects were attempting to steal used cooking oil from the rear of
the business. Both occupants were taken into custody and charged
with Criminal Attempt to Commit Larceny 6th Degree and
Criminal Trespass.
DV Arrest / FLOCK Alert
On 12/4/24 at approximately 0100 hours Off.Winakor received a
FLOCK alert for a felony Domestic Violence warrant. He responded
to the area and located the suspect at a residence on Ferri DR where
he was not permitted to be. The subject was arrested for a Violation
of a Protective Order. The warrant was also served. Off Fredericks
subsequently responded to the address and conducted a Domestic
Violence follow-up offering services to assist the victim.
Patrol Calls for Service
Monthly Snap Shot:
Total Service Calls 2493
Case Numbers 139
Arrests 74
Juvenile Arrests 7
Larcenies 53
Arrest Warrants 5
Domestic Violence 12
Investigations
Traffic Crash 56
DUI Investigations 2
EDP/Welfare 54
Check
School Checks 49
Motor Vehicle 363
Written Warnings 168
Infractions 87
Verbal Warnings 87
Misdemeanor 13
Other 8
SELF INITIATED MOTOR VEHICLE ACTIVITY BY BADGE NUMBER
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103- Off. Jordan with 45 stops
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Wal-Mart: Theft of Legos
On December |, 2024 Wal-Mart loss prevention advised a two |
females had just stolen approximately $1,111.96 worth off}
Legos. It was reported that they fled in a silver Nissan Cube.
Off. Rogers located the vehicle a short time later and initiated
a Motor Vehicle stop on Cross RD. The vehicle contained, in
plain sight, a large quantity of Legos. The operator was taken
into custody for the larceny. The passenger, who entered Wal-
Mart, was also arrested for Criminal Trespass as she had previ-
ously been trespassed from all Wal-Mart stores. Some of the
merchandise recovered in the vehicle was determined to be
stolen from Target. An arrest was subsequently made in that case.
Stop and Shop Larceny: Leads to Drug Arrest and Use of Force
On December 10, 2024 Off. Robinson and Sgt. Epps responded to Stop and Shop for a lar-
ceny in progress. It was reported that a female suspect had attempted to push out a car-
riage, failing to render payment, containing $1,800.00 worth of stolen merchandise. Off.
Robinson stopped the suspect exiting the building as she attempted to flee and then fight.
Off. Robinson used the minimal amount of force necessary to detain the suspect. She was
taken into custody and later found to have on her possession narcotics (fentanyl) as well as
drug paraphernalia. A use of force (take down) report was completed for the incident.
Bicyclist Flees Home Depot w/ Stolen Merchandise
On 12/28/24 Officers assigned to day shift were conducting proactive patrol checks of
Home Depot. At this time officers observed a male that was known to them from numer-
ous previous police contacts enter the store. The suspect left a short time later carrying nu-
merous items inside of a Wal-Mart bag. Contact was attempted to be made on RTE 85 and
the subject fled onto the I-95 South off ramp. While checking Harvey Avenue Off. Surdo lo-
cated the fleeing suspect who was found to be in possession of numerous stolen power
tools. The fleeing suspect was arrested and charged with Larceny 6th Degree and Interfering
wi an Officer. The merchandise was seized, photographed, and returned to Home Depot.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Animal Control
Report
December 2024
¢ On 12/17/2024 ACOs recovered a deceased cat
wrapped in a bag and taped in a box. It appeared
someone tried to give the cat a “burial at sea”.
¢ ACOs assisted a citizen who was entering rehab by
temporarily taking custody and caring for his dog.
¢ On 12/21/2024 the ACOs joined with New London
ACO to hold a pet photos with Santa fundraiser,
raising $700 to non-emergency vet funds.
¢ Acitizen surrendered 9 pit bull mix puppies that
they could not care for. The puppies will be vetted
before suitable homes are found.
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Calls for Service bil 29
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p a # 1 Tickets Issued 0 0
‘ * Gate Chik Warnings Issued 0 0
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‘Animals Redeemed 5 0
Animals Adopted 8 2
Animals DOA 0 (0)
Huthanized 0 0
Total Processed 8 2
Money Taken In $175 $55
‘Donations $55 $5
"Speaking for those who have no voice"

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Community Engagement Report
December 2024
Officer Wellness: Taught Gracie Survival Tactics at LEC Police Academy. Took the children
of a fallen Waterford Police officer on a ride along to school with SRO Lane.
Seasonal Events: Attended Addy’s Toy Drive, the Waterford Tree Lighting, the Quaker Hill
Tree Lighting, St Paul’s Church Toy Drive, the Niantic Light Parade, and Waterford ACO’s
Santa Picture Day. Organized for Great Neck First Graders to decorate the Waterford
Police Department holiday tree and visit with Santa.
Stuff-a-Crusier: Organized event where Waterford Police and Waterford Fire held a toy
drive at Walmart. Twelve large boxes of donations and $850 in gift cards were collected.
Domestic Violence Follow-ups: Conducted 10 follow-ups with DV victims.
Assistance to Youth Officers: Spoke at the Waterford High School’s Criminal Justice Class.
Spoke about traffic stop safety at Rae’s Driving School. Discussed social media safety at
Youth Promise. Assisted the WHS Keys Club with a CT Human Society Fundraiser.
Attended the CLMS Holiday Drop-off Celebration and the Quaker Hill School Singalong.
Interaction with Youth Services: Visited Franklin Elementary/Middle School to talk about
social media safety and have Hodges interact with students. Visited the Holiday Present
Pickup.
K-9 Officer Hodges: Visited the Groton National Guard AVCRAD. Interacted with a
domestic violence victim at Groton Town Police. Visited New London High School after
the untimely death of a teacher. Visited the WFSB Channel 3 News to be on the Hello,
Connecticut and Amazing K-9 Duos Programs. Spoke about police facility dogs at the
Groton Town Police Citizen’s Academy.
Recruiting: Participating in the Mentorship New Hire Program.
Interaction with Senior Services: Organized officers to serve meals at the Holiday
Luncheon. Held a crime prevention class at the AHEPA Apartments. Attended the Great
Neck Student and Senior singalong.
Internships: Conducted interviews for our Spring Semester College Intern. Gavin
Lermayer, a Central Connecticut State University student, was selected.
Shop with a First Responder: Organized an event where 13 children from families in need
were matched up with a First Responder (WTFD Police and 7 other first responder
agencies) to buy presents for their families at Target.