2 Accused Of Arson In Fairfield Had Been Partying At SantaCon: Report

The two are reportedly students at Fairfield-based Sacred Heart University.

Sentence Handed Down To Accused Fairfield Bank Robber: U.S. Attorney

The Stamford man was sentenced Wednesday for his role in the robberies of three Connecticut banks in 2020, prosecutors said.

2 Accused Of Igniting Fairfield Fire That Did $400,000 Worth Of Damage

The suspects are accused of setting a fire in a stairwell of 1700 Post Road in December, police said.

Fairfield Firefighters Battle Fairview Avenue Blaze

The fire was reported Thursday morning, according to fire officials.

Suspect Accused Of Displaying Gun In Fairfield Road Rage Incident: CSP

The suspect, a Bridgeport man, was arrested on Tuesday, according to Connecticut State Police.

Fairfield CERT Offers Disaster Preparedness Training

Free training begins Saturday, March 1, 2025

Sentencing Postponed For Fairfield Man In $7.8M Health Care Fraud Case

Jesse Foote pleaded guilty in August in connection with the federal case.

Fairfield Police Department Hiring New Officers

Starting salary for a Fairfield police officer is more than $75,000, according to officials.

Arrests Made In Detonation Of Homemade Bombs In Fairfield: Police

Two Fairfield men stand accused of detonating the explosive devices last month in a secluded area in the Pine Creek Marsh.

Fairfield Doctor Sentenced In Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash: Report

The August 2021 crash in Milford killed Elizabeth Rogers, a 60-year-old nurse from Stratford.

Fairfield Resident Charged In I-95 Street Takeover Event: State Police

State police said a Fairfield resident was among four people charged following a street takeover event on Interstate 95.

House Fire Displaces Fairfield Residents

Firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke coming from the chimney and roof line, as well as from the basement at the seat of the fire.

Convicted Fairfield Woman In Animal Cruelty Case Reports To Prison

Heidi Lueders was convicted of criminal property damage in 2022. Five dead dogs in cages were found in her rental home in 2018.

Sacred Heart Univ. Athletics Staffer Arrested On Sex Charges: Report

Matthew Janik is an associate director of athletic communications at the university.

Fire Injures 1, Damages Home On Louvain Street In Fairfield: FD

The blaze was reported Thursday afternoon, according to fire officials.

Man Dies Of Apparent Gunshot Wound At Fairfield's Sasco Beach: UPDATE

The beach was temporarily closed Tuesday afternoon while Fairfield police investigated the incident. The beach has been reopened. Update.

Delivery Van Stolen At Gunpoint In Fairfield: Police

The suspect got in the van while the driver was making a delivery and threatened the driver at gunpoint, according to police.

Fairfield Man Pleads Guilty To Role In $7.4M Embezzlement Scheme: Feds

The defendant is accused of perpetuating the scheme at banks for a decade.

Rhode Island Man Accused Of Strangulation Assault In Fairfield: CSP

The incident, in which two people suffered injuries, occurred on Dec. 7, according to Connecticut State Police.

Can You Shoot Down Drones In CT? What To Know

Mysterious drones have been spotted in the skies above Fairfield, Stamford and other Connecticut communities in recent days.

'It's unacceptable': Hwang Seeks Answers About Drones Over Fairfield

In recent days, unidentified drones reportedly have been spotted in the skies above Fairfield, Stamford and other Connecticut communities.

Drones Spotted Over CT, State PD Investigating 'Suspicious' Activity

The drones, which resembled planes, were seen in the skies above Connecticut. State Police are monitoring the situation.

Town Seeks Feedback, Videos From Weekend's SantaCon Event In Fairfield

The 2024 edition of the popular college drinking party featured more of the same rowdy behavior among the thousands of attendees.

Fill Pile Case Continued For Ex-DPW Director In Fairfield: Report

Former public works director Joe Michelangelo was scheduled to be sentenced this month.

Man Injured Detonating 'Homemade Explosive Devices' In Fairfield: PD

The incident occurred Sunday afternoon in a secluded area in the Pine Creek Marsh, according to Fairfield police.

Car Stolen In Fairfield, Driver Ends Up Dragging Officer: Trumbull PD

The officer returned to his vehicle and was able to chase down, stop and arrest the accused, police said.

Man Rescued After Being Stuck Inside A Boat In Fairfield: FD

The man was stuck inside the boat's storage compartment, according to authorities.

Fairfield U. Speaker, Trump Both Targeted In Assassination Plot: Feds

Iranian journalist and activist Masih Alinejad learned from the FBI that she was an assassination target. The suspects have been arrested.

Recent Stolen Vehicle Cases Prompt Warning From Fairfield Police

Fairfield police released surveillance video of a pair of incidents involving juvenile suspects.

Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Teens After Fairfield Funeral: PD

The incident reportedly occurred in June 2022 at a home in Fairfield, according to authorities.

All Outdoor Fires Banned In Fairfield: Fire Marshal

The state has issued Red Flag Warnings due to extremely dry conditions.

Suspects' Vehicle Seized In Fairfield Armed Carjacking Case: UPDATE

In addition to the suspects' vehicle, several firearms were also recovered, according to Fairfield police. Update.

Fairfield Police Blotter: Oct. 17 to Oct. 23, 2024

All information provided by Fairfield police. Charges are allegations, not convictions, and all are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

911 Landline System Restored In Fairfield, State: UPDATE

Landline issues temporarily knocked out 911 landline systems throughout Connecticut on Tuesday, according to authorities. Update.

Fairfield Police Launch Interactive Crime & Statistical Dashboard

The online tool offers information on "calls for service, motor vehicle stops, crash statistics, crime trends, and arrests."

Videos Show Suspects In Stolen Car Lead Fairfield Police On Chase: PD

Two suspects were arrested in connection with the Oct. 3 incident, which left multiple people injured. Click to view the four videos.

Ex-Fairfield School Worker Sentenced In Child Sex Abuse Case: Report

Peter Wheeler Jr., a Fairfield resident, is a former paraprofessional at Jennings Elementary School.

2 In Stolen Car Lead Police On Wild Chase: Fairfield Police

The two were arrested after crashing in the wrong direction on the Merritt Parkway, police said.

2 Workers Struck, Injured By Bucket Truck In Fairfield: FD

The incident occurred Tuesday morning on Sasco Hill Terrace, according to authorities.

Fairfield Student Arrested For Social Media Threat, Police Say

Police say the social media post was about students planning to meet for a fight at SeptemberFest. A middle-school-aged student was charged.