Board of Police Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF)

Town of Waterford, Connecticut, Police Commission Meeting Agenda
Training Room at the Waterford Police Department
12/12/2022 5:00 pm
Call to order and establish quorum:
Pledge of Allegiance:
Public input:
Acceptance of minutes: November 14, 2022 Regular Meeting
Acceptance of minutes: December 5, 2022 Special Meeting
Correspondence:
Thank you note from The Clark Lane Explorers
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Thank you letter from Marian Brown, President of the Camp Harkness Foundation
Thank you email from Mark Greczkowski, Director of Operations, Waterford Ambulance
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Thank you email form Captain Greg McCarthy, Town of Groton Police Department
e. Thank you letters from Terry Wheeler, Assistant Director of Senior Services
f. Thank you note from Linda & Wesley Kenyon
g. Thank you note from Cynthia Lawrence
Traffic Commission Review:
Chief's report:
a. K9 Reports for November
b. Youth Report for November
c. Investigative Services Report for November
d. Training Report for November

e. Records Report for November
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Community Service Officer Report for November
Patrol Report for November
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Animal Control Report for November
Community Engagement Report for November
Old Business:
a. Police Chief Selection Process
New Business:
a. Appointment of Police Commissioner to Retirement Commission

MINUTES
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
November 14, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID: 861 1160 9361
PRESENT: Chairperson T. Sheridan, Commissioner Brule, Commissioner C. Gamble,
Commissioner M. Gelinas, Commissioner J. Dimmock
DEPARTMENT: Chief M. Balestracci, LT T. Silva, LT D. Ferland, Sgt T. Gelinas, Traffic
Officer J. Nickerson, Training Officer N. Surdo, Officer Z. Caler, Officer
R. Scarpa
Town Labor Attorney Eileen Duggan, HR Director Christine Walters were also present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
PUBLIC INPUT:
No public input.
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM:
Chairperson Sheridan called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in the General Meeting Room of
the Waterford Police Department. A Quorum was established.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES:
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Dimmock and seconded by Commissioner Gelinas to
accept the minutes from the October 11 Regular Meeting. The motion passed.

CORRESPONDENCE:
Correspondence was reviewed.
Chief Balestracci presented MADD awards to Officers Caler and Scarpa.
TRAFFIC COMMISSION REVIEW:
Traffic report received. Traffic Officer Nickerson reported that changes to traffic pattern on
Cross Road will be completed upon approval of the change order by the State of CT.
Chief Balestracci presented a Letter of Appreciation to the Dawleys.
CHIEF’S REPORT:
a. K9 Reports for October
October report was received.
b. Investigative Services and Youth Reports for October
October report was received.
c. Training Report for October
October report was received.
d. Records Report for October
October report was received.
e. Community Service Officer Report for October
October r report was received.
f. Patrol Report for October
October report was received.
g. Animal Control Report for October
October report was received.
h. Community Engagement Report for October
October report was received.

OLD BUSINESS:
Attorney Duggan recommended completing the Chief of Police job description first, then
working that information into the Interim and New Police Chief Appointment Processes
Policy, whether the candidate is internal or external. Discussion ensued. Commissioner
Dimmock stated that it’s important to have a policy in writing available to internal
officers who may be interested in the position. Commissioner Sheridan suggested
changing wording from “required” to “preferred” to allow a larger number of qualified
candidates to apply.
NEW BUSINESS:
Chief Balestracci announced a Special Meeting for budget approval on December 5, 2022
at 5:00pm.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gelinas and seconded by Commissioner Dimmock to
adjourn the meeting at 5:34 p.m. Passed unanimously.
ees. We by:
Diane Driscoll
Recording Secretary

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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS
December 5, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID: 824 4923 7748
PRESENT: Commissioner R. Brule, Commissioner C. Gamble, Commissioner M. Gelinas,
Commissioner J. Dimmock via Zoom
ABSENT: — Chairman T. Sheridan
DEPARTMENT: Chief M. Balestracci, LT N. VanOverloop, LT D. Ferland
CALL TO ORDER AND ESTABLISH A QUORUM:
Commissioner Gamble called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in the General Meeting Room of
the Waterford Police Department. A Quorum was established.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gelinas and Seconded by Commissioner Brule to review
and discuss the 2023-2024 Police Department Budget.
2023-2024 Budget Review: Chief Balestracci gave a brief overview of the proposed budget.
Commissioner Gelinas suggested several clarifications be made in the budget summary with
reference to gasoline and marine fuel costs and commented on items listed on the revenues page.
Commissioner Brule asked questions regarding the SRO agreement with the BOE. Chief
Balestracci answered questions and a brief discussion ensued.
MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gelinas and Seconded by Commissioner
Dimmock to approve the proposed budget with the changes suggested by Commissioner Gelinas.
Motion passed with three voting in favor. Commissioner Brule abstained.

MOTION: Made by Commissioner Gelinas and Seconded by Commissioner Brule to adjourn
the meeting at 5:16 p.m. Passed unanimously.
Respectfully submitted by:
Diane Driscoll
Recording Secretary

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Dear Officer Fredricks, Officer Genung, and Officer Epps,
Camp Harkness and The Camp Harkness Foundation are truly appreciative for your
participation and time spent at our Fall Festival 2022. The day was a huge success and
we loved seeing the park full of people having so much fun! The weather made for a
picture perfect New England Fall day and the K9 demonstration was a great addition to
the event. Everyone loved meeting Hodges and seeing Ozzy and Neo in action.
Without you, this very special day would not have been as successful as it was! Camp
Harkness is so grateful to have the support from the Waterford Police Department.
Magic happens when people come together for a great cause. The fundraising
campaign for the new accessible playground is just beginning. Thank you for
contributing your time and we hope to see you at future events at Camp Harkness.
Sincerely,
Elisa Marcoux, RTS1
Camp Director
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Marian Brown
President of the Camp Harkness Foundation
Camp Harkness Foundation is a non-profit organization under the Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Your
donation may be tax deductible. For your benefit and as required by law, we state that Camp Harkness Foundation
did not provide any goods or services in consideration, in whole or in part, for this contribution.
Camp Harkness And Camp Harkness Foundation
Phone: 860-443-7818 Fax: 860-447-1554
301 Great Neck Road, Waterford, CT 06385
e-mail: DDS.CampHarkness@CT.Org

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From: Marc Balestracci
Sent: Wednesday, November 9, 2022 3:15 PM
To: Diane Driscoll
Subject: FW: Thank You
Diane,
Please include in next month’s BOPC packet.
Thank you,
Marc Balestracci
Chief of Police
Waterford Police Department
41 Avery Lane, Waterford, Connecticut
860-442-9451 Ext. 2282
From: Mark Greczkowski <operations@waterfordambulance.org>
Sent: Wednesday, November 9, 2022 1:06 PM
To: Michael Howley <mhowley@waterfordct.org>; Marc Balestracci <mbalestracci@waterfordct.org>; Steven Sinagra
<ssinagra@waterfordct.org>
Cc: Robert Brule <rbrule@waterfordct.org>; Thomas Martin <TMartin@waterfordct.org>; Shawn Finnigan
<sfinnigan @waterfordct.org>
Subject: Thank You
Chief and Directors, I want to acknowledge several members of the Waterford Police (WPD), Waterford Fire
Departments (WFD), and the Waterford Communications Center for their involvement in a recent incident. On
11-8-22, WPD, WFD, and WAS were dispatched to a two (2) car MVA with injuries. Upon my arrival at the
scene, I realized we had at least one (1) critical pt, who was being tended to by WPD and bystanders. Due to the
size of the scene, this complicated the standard face-to-face communication that usually is present.

As the first WFD apparatus arrived at the scene, I requested them to check on the status of the other vehicle
involved in the accident. Without hesitation, WFD proceeded to the other vehicle, finding another pt who was
also Critical. As we all worked on neutralizing the incident, it was realized that one (1) of the pt’s was well-
known by all responders on the scene. As you are all aware, this personal connection can complicate any scene,
but I am pleased to say that was not the case in this call! We all worked together, ensuring that the pts were
appropriately treated and proper notifications were made to the relevant people.
Thank you to all of your organizations on this and every call we handle together; the Town of Waterford is
fortunate enough to have a fantastic group of dedicated men and women ensuring the safety and well-being of
all in Waterford, Connecticut!
Please pass along to those involved the appreciation of WAS for their roles in this incident!
Regards,
Mark Greczkowski NRP, EMSI
Director of Operations
Waterford Ambulance Service, Inc. (WAS)
204 Boston Post Road, Waterford, CT 06385
Voice - 860.448.5642
Email - Operations@WaterfordAmbulance.org
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Waterford Ambulance Website
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Diane Driscoll
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FW: Thank you!
Can you please make sure this makes it to the next BOPC meeting.
Thank you,
Marc Balestracci
Chief of Police
Waterford Police Department
41 Avery Lane, Waterford, Connecticut
860-442-9451 Ext. 2282
From: McCarthy, Gregory <GMccarthy @groton-ct.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, November 8, 2022 3:52 PM
To: Marc Balestracci <mbalestracci@waterfordct.org>
Subject: Thank you!
Good afternoon Chief,
Just wanted to reach and let you know your Waterford Officers did a great job assisting us today with the funeral
procession for Retired Police Chief Dave Vanasse’s dear wife Donna. Your officers were on post and ready to help us as
we traversed Waterford en route St Mary’s Cemetery in New London. Your officers ensured the procession traveled
unencumbered to St Mary’s Cemetery in New London. I'd especially like to note LT Dave Ferlund’s role in this
process. Dave was extremely easy to work with and ensured the procession flowed smoothly. Thanks again for all your
help!

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Capt Greg McCarthy
Captain Gregory J. McCarthy, #102
Town of Groton Police Department
68 Groton Long Point Road
Groton, CT 06340
(860)441-6604
Fax: (860)445-5928
gmecarthy(@groton-ct.gov
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FIFTEEN ROPE FERRY ROAD WATERFORD, CT 06385-2886
November 14, 2022
Marc Balestracci, Chief of Police
15 Rope Ferry Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
Dear Chief Balestracci,
On behalf of Waterford Senior Services we would like to thank you for coming to our Veterans Day
Luncheon. This was one our largest attended luncheons with over 80 attendants, 30 being retired
veterans from all branches of the military. We would also like to thank you in helping in organizing the
Waterford Police Department’s Color Guard to come and participate in the event. We know that is was
meaningful for the veterans to have you all attend and participate.
We hope to see you again at the Senior Services soon and hope that you and the entire Waterford Police
Department have a happy and healthy holiday season.
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Assistant Director, Waterford Senior Services

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Dear Sargent Firman, Officer Rogers, Officer Barrows, Officer Robinson,
On behalf of Waterford Senior Services we would like to thank you for coming and participating in our
Veterans Day Luncheon. This was one our largest attended luncheons with over 80 attendants, 30 being
retired veterans from all branches of the military. We know that is was meaningful for the veterans to
have you all attend and participate.
We hope to see you again at the Senior Services soon and hope that you and your families have a happy
and healthy holiday season.
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Assistant Director, Waterford Senior Services

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WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAFFIC REPORT
° November 2022
Traffic Complaints:
The Traffic Officer (TO) received 3 complaints for speeding and traffic light issues. The complaints were of already
known issue locations and are continuously under watch by patrol.
Road Permits
No new Road Permits were received. This is the normal lull in road permits which will pick back up in early spring.
Trailer Display Signs
The Signs were deployed on Route 85 and Route 156 prior to the holiday weekend to implore drivers to be safe
on the roadways. (They will be used throughout the holiday season)
Proposed Building Projects
Plans were reviewed for an upgrade to the “Hess” station on Route 1. Possible projects from the State DOT for
State Roadways were reviewed. The projects are for more signage in an attempt to reduce wrong way driving on
Limited Access Highways.
Training
The Traffic Officer aided fellow Firearms Instructors in our annual Blue Line Trailer firearms training, participated
in a Millstone Emergency Drill, taught at the LEC recert program and attended a 3-day Use of Force Summit.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
K-9 Activity Report
November 2022
K-9 Neo
Monthly Uses: 4
2022 Uses: 42
K-9 Ozzy
Monthly Uses: 4
2022 Uses: 51
K-9 Usage
Neo
+ On November 3, 2022 Officer Epps conducted a motor vehicle stop and after observing
narcotics paraphernalia, K-9 Neo was utilized for an exterior and interior search and indi-
cated a positive alert. Multiple empty glassine baggies were located with residue.
+ On November 14, 2022 K-9 Neo was utilized to assist the New London Police Depart-
ment with a motor vehicle search for narcotics. K-9 Neo showed alert behavior, however
no narcotics were located.
¢ On November 25, 2022 Officers were alerted to a possible armed robbery in New Lon-
don. The suspect vehicle was located in Waterford and officers conducted a felony stop.
K-9 Neo was kept on-leash down and ready in the event he was needed for a track or
criminal apprehension.
Ozzy
¢ On November 18, 2022 Officer Genung and K-9 Ozzy assisted the Ledyard Police De-
partment with locating a suicidal male. K-9 Ozzy was deployed for an on-leash track and
the subject was ultimately located in a nearby park
Training
¢ Officer Epps and Neo attended a 4-day Hard Surface Tactical Training in New Haven
¢ Monthly K-9 training was conducted on 11/8 & 11/22 in obedience, tracking, article
search, building search, area search, and aggression.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
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: Report
November 2022
Lockdown Drills were conducted at QH Elementary and Clark Lane Middle School, as well as a
Fire Drill at Waterford High School.
SRO’s conducted a School Safety Presentation for school district staff during their professional
development day.
A student at the high school was found with a vape and marijuana.
SRO Lane issued a JV warning for the marijuana and the school
administration handled discipline.
SRO Lane continued various instructional opportunities throughout
the month including Youth Promise, Pathfinders After School Pro-
gram, Sexting, and the dangers of DUI/alcohol use.
SRO Malbaurn began coordinating officers to teach various topics in [§
Mr. Gamble’s Criminal Justice classes. SRO Malbaurn also conduct-
ed a Police Department tour with students from the classes.
SRO Lane handled a fight between students at the middle school
which was referred for school discipline.
Both SROs assisted with Waterford Youth and Family Services an-
nual Stuff the Bus event to collect food donations to distribute to families in need during the
holidays.
SRO Malbaurn discussed numerous social media posts with both students and parents.
SRO Malbaurn assisted with a fight between 2 students, which was ultimeately handled with
school discipline
Month at a Glance
5-— Home Visits
6— CAD Report
2- Case Reports
0- Arrests
SRO Lane & SRO Malbaurn 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 between the department and the youth in our community.

THE WATERFOROAD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Investigative Services
Division
November 2022
During the month of November 2022 Investigative Services Division was assigned or assisted
with 27 new cases.
Current Active Investigations (35 Cases):
(These numbers do not include assist’s to the Patrol Division)
Homicide—1 Sex Assault—1 Robbery—1
Burglary—S Larceny—2 Untimely—5
Pistol Permits—14 Fraud—1 Crypto Scam—1
Narcotics—2 Suspicious Death—1 Weapons Compliance—1
Precious Metals Permit—1
Year to Date Statistical Report
Case Amount Recovered - Search Sex Arrests
Numbers Investigated Seized Warrants Assaults
143 $317,625.90 | $51,083.00 26 Zi 18
Ex-Parte’s Auto Theft Burglary Unattended Robbery Background
Deaths Checks
7 2 8 16 2 17

THE WATERFOROAD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Investigative Services
Division
November 2022
November 2022 Arrests:
Lonny Cross Jr. (43-years-old) - Indicted federally Conspiracy to Commit Robbery
Rebecca Barbera— (40-years-old) - Indicted federally Conspiracy to Commit Robbery
November 2022 Investigations:
The Price Cutter robbery that occurred in October 2022 was one of the first to be charged in a parallel federal
investigation. The Waterford investigation developed information that tied together several other crimes.
This investigation was organized and presented to the Assistant United States Attorney bringing forward the
criminal charge.
Motor Sports Nation Burglary — The business was found with smashed out window and the transmission of
a company vehicle disengaged and moved, which allowed stolen motorcycles to be removed through a
doorway. One motorcycle was immediately recovered a short distance from the scene. The second was
located in Derby, Connecticut during the investigation of a fatal crash. Information from the Derby Police
identified a juvenile suspect.
Cold Case Homicide — A previously unidentified potential witness to the investigation was located in a near
by state. Detectives worked with local law enforcement and coordinated an interview.
Serious Motor Vehicle Accident— The Investigative Services Unit assisted the Accident Investigation Team
with photographs and follow up interviews, as well as evidence collection. Certain skillsets, such as
photography, are common place with the detective job function and are therefore used in other investigations.

THE WATERFOROAD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Investigative Services
Division
November 2022
Neighborhood Watch:
The monthly Neighborhood Watch Meeting was held on Thursday November 3, 2022 in
person in the Waterford Police Department Training Room. This was the first meeting since
the start of Covid that has been open for persons other than just the coordinators to attend.
The following neighborhoods were present: Pleasure Beach, North Road, Myrock Avenue
and several residents of Pleasure Beach. I received emailed updates from Roxwood, Trumbull
and Windy Ridge but they were unable to attend in person.
The following topics were discussed during the meeting:
e Myrock Avenue stated there has been turnover on the street over the last few months. The
road is quiet and more families are spending time outside, walking up and down the street.
e Myrock Avenue is requesting an inquiry be made regarding the placement of a no parking
sign near the entrance to the road.
e North Road reports the resident of 34 North Road is operating a dirt bike on town land
located behind their homes (east of North Road). I have reached out to the property owner
to discuss the complaint.
e Pleasure Beach resident stated she had spoken with First Selectman Rob Brule and the
town might install solar powered STC stop signs at the intersection of Palmer and Shore
Road.
e Residents in the area of 165 Shore Road have made 3 complaints to public works
regarding a dead tree that they report looks like it could fall over. I spoke with public
works and according to their records, the tree was near power lines. They were going to
follow up with Eversource and get back to me.
e Complaint from Pleasure Beach group regarding a large personally owned Ford truck that
they report has illegal colored lights and very loud exhaust. Operator was identified and an
informal resolution was met.
e Trumbull Road had nothing to report.
e Roxwood reported two specific early morning speeders. Descriptions and time frame
offenders are routinely observed and was passed along to the midnight shift patrol
officers/supervisors.
e Windy Ridge had nothing to report, but thanked officers for frequent patrol checks during
the morning bus pickups.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Training Report
November 2022
Detective Leigh Bonkowski attended a five-day Fundamentals of Crisis Negotia-
tion course at POSTC. The course focused on crisis negotiation concepts, a practi-
cal overview of negotiations, active listening techniques among many more topics.
Officer Bushwack and Officer Rogers attended a three-day Crime Scene Proce-
dure /Investigation training put on by Spector Training at the Wethersfield PD.
The course gave participants a better understanding of protecting crime scenes,
identify and process a crime scene from start to finish.
Officer Devine attended a five-day Blue Courage: The Heart and Mind of the
Guardian training at POSTC. The course focused on preparing officers to face
physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges of a police career.
LT. Nicole VanOverloop attended a five-day SWAT Command Decision Making
and Leadership I training in Coventry, RI by the National Tactical Officers Asso-
ciation. The training is designed to expose SWAT team commanders and supervi-
sors to contemporary SWAT issues, tactics, and procedures.
Sergeant Farrior and Officer Fredricks attended a four-day Crisis Negotiations
Conference held in Scottsdale, AZ put on by the National Tactical Officers Associ-
ation. The conference spoke about emotional intelligence, negotiator wellness and
resiliency, response to non-criminal barricade, negotiating with protestors and
case studies and debriefs.
Sergeant Spearrin, Sergeant Firmin, Officer Nickerson and Officer Bunce attend-
ed a three-day Use of Force Summit at 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 ex-
perts across the country regarding the hottest use of force topics in our country.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Training Report
November 2022
New Officer Updates
Hiring Process: Officer Christopher Ewing has started the Field Training Evalu-
ation Program and is currently assigned to Field Training Officer Mark Devine.
Police Candidate Andrew Reed has also successfully passed the background investi-
gation and is scheduled to attend the first Law Enforcement Council (LEC) police
academy in January, 2023 in Norwich, CT.
In-house training: Members of the Waterford Police Department attended a man-
datory decision shooting and low light training. The Blue Line Trailer puts officers
into scenarios that require officers to work together, communicate, and make a deci-
sion based on what scenario is presented to them on a screen.

The Waterford Police Department Records Department
Activity for NOVEMBER 2022
This activity reflects daily activity for the reporting month inclusive of; administrative and
court paperwork or processing, contact with members of the public, and state or federal
mandated reporting requirements.
Ticket/Written | Freedom of | Motor | Warrants | Phone | Walk in | Background
Warning Information | Vehicle | (Entering | calls | Lobby Check
Entries Requests | Accident or Window | Requests
Entries | clearing)
100 169 76 56 203 133 6
Protective Officer Case State/Federal | Supervisor DCF
Order Tasking Erasures Report Tasking Requests
Entries Requests Entries Requests
22 53 207 0 26 16
Court Request Case Copies Abstracts
23 4 242

CSO Monthly Statistical Report
November 2022
Waterford Arrests #
Adult 23
Juvenile 0
Total Processed 23
Fingerprints #
Pistol Permits 15
Employment 21
Miscellaneous 1
Peddler / Precious Permits 1
Total Fingerprints 38
Firearms #
Firearms Transfer 40
Pistol] Permits Issued 5
Initial Complaints (3A’s) #
Total 40
> CSO Bertrand assisted with the Millstone Drill.
> CSO’s covered 72 shifts during the month

Patrol Report
Commissioners Activity Report
November 2022
. Patrol Calls for Service
Serious Motor Vehicle Collision Monthly Snap Shot:
On November 8, 2022 patrol officers responded to a serious 2-car motor
vehicle collision on Rte 85. Due to the extent of injuries sustained by the Total Service Calls 2194
operators the Accident Investigation Team (AIT) responded to further
i : Case Numb’ 211
investigate. The unusually large scene took numerous hours to process an
and an extensive investigation ensued during the following weeks. Arrests 75
Juvenile Arrests 2
Larcenies 23
Arrest Warrants 7
Domestic Violence 7
Investigations
Traffic Crash 73
DUI Investigations 7
EDP/Welfare 22
Check
School Checks 88
Motor Vehicle 339
Stops
Holiday Patrols Written Warnings 40
During the month of November, officers began focused Holiday Patrols of
the various retail establishments throughout town. As part of these patrols Infractions 37
officer walk through stores, make contact with managers and employees,
and create an enhanced police presence for the safety and security of Verbal Warnings 242
shoppers and employees, while also discouraging theft.
Misdemeanor 20
SELF INITIATED MOTOR VEHICLE ACTIVITY BY BADGE NUMBER
86-Off. Scarpa with 60 stops
78-Officer Caler with 32 stops
82-Officer Colkos with 27 stops
73-Officer Epps with 26 stops
8 89 74 8 70 40 7 90 60 79 S16 8 54 75 80 94 53 67 D22 S13 SI7 S18

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Motor Vehicle Accident & DUI
On November 30, 2022 Officers responded to Willetts Ave for a 1-car motor vehicle collision with a
utility pole and stone wall. The investigation determined that the driver was under the influence of
alcohol and had her 2 infants and one toddler unrestrained in their car seats prior to the collision.
The driver was arrested and charged with numerous offenses while the children were transported to
the hospital as a precaution until other family members could be notified.
Drug Arrest
On November 27, 2022 Officer Caler conducted a motor vehicle stop and during the interaction de-
veloped information that led to a search of the vehicle. The search uncovered numerous bindles of
heroin, fentanyl, crack cocaine, prescription pills, and drug paraphernalia. Two of the occupants of
the vehicle were arrested, one which had seven outstanding warrants as well.
Domestic Arrest
On November 9, 2022 a subject was arrested by warrant for a domestic violence incident that oc-
curred in September. Officer Winters conducted the investigation involving the suspect’s girlfriend
and 4 juvenile children. The suspect was charged with Assault, Disorderly Conduct, 4 counts of Risk
of Injury to a minor, 5 counts of Violation of a Protective Order, and Interfering with a 911 call.
Assist to New London Police
On November 4, 2022 the New London Police Department put out a BOLO for a vehicle that had
just struck a bicyclist in their town and fled the scene. Officer Caler quickly located the vehicle in a
parking lot in our town and remained with the vehicle and operator until a New London Police Of-
ficer arrived to take over.
Child Safety Seat Installs
Officer Stephen Rogers and Officer Stephen Colkos recently became certified as Child Passenger
Safety Technicians. With this training, the department began offering a service to the community in
which they educate, train, and assist parents and guardians with the installation of car seats. The of-
ficers also ensure that the car seats do not have any defects or recalls prior to installation and offer
resources to replace defective car seats. Officer Rogers and Officer Colkos conducted 4 installations
during November and have many more scheduled in the near future.
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Monthly Report November 2022
WATERFORD EAST LYME
CALLS FOR SERVICE 55 29
AFTER HOURS CALL OUTS
DOG BITES
INFRACTIONS
WRITTEN WARNINGS
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ANIMALS REDEEMED
ANIMALS ADOPTED
ANIMALS DOA
EUTHANIZED
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ANIMALS PROCESSED TOTAL
TOTAL MONEY TAKEN IN $ 90.00 S$ 810.00
DONATIONS TAKEN IN S 10.00 S$ 805.00

1) On 11/01/2022, Officer Allison Ryan was officially hired as the second full
time employee of the Animal Control division. Her work schedule will be
Wednesdays and Thursdays noon to 8PM and Fridays, Saturdays and
Sundays 9 AM to 5 PM. These hours will allow the public sometime in the
evenings and weekends to come to the shelter to adopt animals. It will
reduce overtime costs due to call outs and will free up Police Officers who
may be dispatched to animal related calls. It will also allow the ACO’s more
time to work with the animals making them better suited for adoption.

2) ACO’s participated in a training class put on by Freedom First Wildlife
regarding owls, this is Clyde, he is a one winged bard owl, Aco’s learned
how to properly handle injured owls to get them to rehabilitators. Learned
that the great horned owl has a talon grip strength at around 300 pounds
per square inch, if handled improperly, even with gloves, they can cause
broken bones on your hand. Also learned that these owls are responsible
for more missing cats than foxes and coyotes combined. Who knew?
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3) Last month the ACO’s teamed up with the ELPD and participated in the pink
patch project, selling pink patches to raise money to fight cancer. We
donated 1,430.00 to the Terri Brodeur Breast Cancer Center.

THE WATERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT
Community Engagement Report
November 2022
Recruiting/Internships: Intern Bennett shadowed YO Malburn, Investigative Services, the
records department, day shift patrol and evening shift patrol twice. Intern Bennett
participated in firearms training. Held recruitment sessions at Eastern CT University,
Three Rivers and Mitchell College.
Interaction with Youth Services: Attended two after school programs. Accepted a
donation from Lillie B. Haynes students for the food pantry.
Assistance to Youth Officers: Visited WHS Special Education class twice. Gave the CLMS
Special Education class a tour of the station. Gave safety talks to students at WHS and QH
School. Attended the Veteran’s Day Celebration at CLMS. Spoke about traffic stop safety
to teen drivers at Rae’s Driving School. Taught a forensic class at WCS with Det Bonkowski.
Neighborhood Watch: Attended monthly meeting.
Autism/Cognitive Issues Programs: Bloom BCS donated sensory bags to assist officers
with calls that involve people with processing disorders. Sent recognition letters to family
members of program participants for National Family Caregiver Month.
Domestic Violence Follow-ups: Conducted 6 follow-ups with DV victims. Reviewed DV
reports to make sure they were completed properly. Attended a DV Update Meeting.
K-9 Officer Hodges: Visited students at Lillie B. Haynes School with Officer Surdo. Hodges
and K-9 Chase had a K-9 Demo for a Oswegatchie School 5** grade class due to them
winning the Laps with Lance fundraiser. Visited multiple offices at WTFD Town Hall due to
a recent employee injury. Visited WTFD Dispatch Center and Montville High students
during their field trip to WCS. Interviewed by CT Public Media about Hodges’ role.
Rotary Club: Attended monthly meeting. Participated in the Rotary Club Roses fundraiser.
Attended a fundraiser for the WTFD food pantry.
Interaction with Senior Services: Attended the Veteran’s Day Luncheon.
Special Olympics Efforts: Seven officers participated in Tip-A-Cop at LongHorn
Steakhouse. $2,797 was fundraised for the CT Special Olympics.
Officer Wellness: Attended a funeral for a family member of a Waterford Police Officer
and had Hodges interact with the family. Accepted a donation from Dunkin Donuts and
gift cards were provided to patrol shifts.