Crime & Safety

Wallingford Police Blotter: March 8 Through March 18, 2026

Recent arrests by the Wallingford Police Department. All charges are allegations and not convictions.

WALLINGFORD, CT — The following information has been provided by the Wallingford Police Department and does not indicate convictions:

Christy J. Catala, 39, of Wallingford, was arrested March 8 on charges of possession of controlled substance – first offense, use of drug paraphernalia, and two counts of risk of injury to child. She was released after posting a $2,500 bond with a court date of April 20, according to state judicial records.

Muhammad A. Jan, 26, of New Haven, was arrested March 12 on a charge of sale of controlled substance – not narcotic / hallucinogen. He was released on a promise to appear in court on March 26.

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Matthew B. Bethea, 31, of New Haven, was arrested March 14 on charges of third-degree burglary, third-degree criminal trespass, and third-degree larceny. He was released after posting a $25,000 bond with a court date of March 27.

Cristhian A. Mauricio-Perez, 25, of Wallingford, was arrested March 14 on charges of operating under the influence of alcohol / drugs and illegal operation of motor vehicle – violation license class. He was released after posting a $5,000 bond with a court date of April 21.

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Lindsey N. Nardiello, 31, of New Jersey, was arrested March 17 on charges of interfering with officer / resisting, possession of controlled substance – first offense, and use of drug paraphernalia. She was additionally charged with second-degree failure to appear. She was released after posting a $2,500 bond with a court date of April 2.

Kevin T. Grady, 41, of Wallingford, was arrested March 18 on two counts of public indecency and two counts of second-degree breach of peace. He was released after posting a $15,000 bond with a court date of April 1.

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