Remodeling Contractor Accused Of Ripping Off Westport Client: Police

WESTPORT, CT — A 36-year-old Milford remodeling contractor allegedly ripped off a Westport client for more than $32,000 in work he never performed, according to police.

"In early October of 2016, the victim of this incident signed a proposal with contractor Jeffrey Chirillo, of Chirillo Contracting, for remodeling work," wrote Westport police in a statement. "The victim paid Chirillo $32,579.00 in cash and checks since 10/08/16. As of mid-January, Chirillo has not started any work at thevictim’s residence nor has he provided any of the material the victim has paid him for."

Police subsequently obtained a warrant for Chirillo's arrest, and on Thursday he was apprehended by Milford police and turned over to Westport authorities.

Chirillo was charged with first-degree Larceny and Offering to Make Home Improvements without Registration. He was held in lieu of a $75,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in Norwalk Superior Court on March 7.

Photo: Jeffrey Chirillo. Photo credit: Westport Police Department