Danbury Victim of Break-In Pepper Sprayed Suspects After a Scuffle

Danbury police officers were sent to a home on Stevens Street in Danbury after a report of a break-in, according to a release from the police department.

Dispatchers told officers that there was a report of a “dark skin male forcing his way into the residence.” When officers arrived, they found the male victim, 27, who told them what happened.

According to the release, the victim stated that a “dark skin male and a light skin male were banging on the door” and then forced their way in. A scuffle ensued when the male victim sprayed the two suspects with pepper spray. The male suspects fled in a gray vehicle in an unknown direction. Police say the victim declined medical treatment.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information should call Danbury Police Department at (203) 797-4665.

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