Man, 82, Chased Victim With Large Kitchen Knife: Greenwich Police

GREENWICH, CT — An 82-year-old Greenwich man was arrested this past weekend after police say he threatened and tried to assault another person with a large kitchen knife.

Roberto Pelaez was charged with attempt to commit assault against an elderly victim, a felony; and disorderly conduct and threatening, both misdemeanors.

On June 7 at approximately 10 a.m., officers responded to a 911 call reporting an assault involving a knife at a residence in the western area of town, police said in a news release.

The victim, who had fled the home, indicated they may have been injured during the incident, police said.

Arriving officers secured the scene, ensured the victim was safe, and established a perimeter around the home.

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Officers made multiple attempts to contact the suspect, later identified as Pelaez, who was eventually located at the rear of the home and taken into custody without incident, police said.

"Pelaez made several self-incriminating statements on scene including 'I chased [victim] with the knife,' and, 'I tried to hit [victim] with the knife,'" police said.

A large kitchen knife was recovered from the scene, police noted.

Pelaez was held on a $250,000 bond. He's scheduled to appear in Stamford Superior Court on Aug. 12.

Police praised several officers involved in the call who "safely de-escalated" the situation.