Domestic Violence Dominates Milford Police Blotter; One Suspect Arrested Twice in 24 Hours

Of the twelve arrests Milford Police made between May 5 and May 11, eight involved domestic violence, harassment, or violations of protective orders, according to the department's daily press release dated May 14.

The cases include one Milford man arrested twice within 24 hours for separate violations of the same no-contact order — the first time involving a knife, the second involving a facsimile firearm. Another suspect was charged with eight separate counts stemming from a single arrest for repeated protective order violations.

The four remaining arrests during the week involved retail theft at three stores, a driving under the influence arrest, two separate incidents at the Connecticut Post Mall, and a fraudulent return scheme at Banana Republic.

Michael King — Two Arrests in 24 Hours, Same Protective Order

On May 8 at 9:10 a.m., Milford Police responded to a Milford address for a threatening complaint. Officer Aquino's investigation led to the arrest of Michael King, 40, who is accused of threatening the victim with a knife during an argument. According to the police report, King and the victim had an active full no-contact protective order in place at the time.

King was charged with violation of a protective order, breach of peace, second-degree threatening, and carrying a dangerous weapon. Bond was set at $15,000.

Less than 30 hours later, on May 9 at 2:16 p.m., Milford Police responded to the same address for a breach of peace. Officer Hansen's investigation led to a second arrest of King, who is accused of returning to the residence with a facsimile firearm — again in violation of the same full no-contact protective order.

King was charged a second time with violation of a protective order and breach of peace. Bond on the second arrest was set at $20,000. Both cases were scheduled for court on May 11.

Paul Constantini — Eight Counts From a Single Arrest

On May 11 at 9:45 a.m., Milford Police took custody of Paul Constantini, 40, of 44 Orchard Road, on an active arrest warrant. Constantini is accused of sending messages to the victim in violation of two active protective orders. The investigation was led by Officer MacDonald.

Constantini was charged with four counts of violation of a protective order and four counts of violation of a standing criminal protective order — eight counts total from a single arrest. Bond was set at $25,000.

Carlton Walker — Officer Heard Victim Yell for Help

On May 5 at 8:29 p.m., Milford Police were in the area on an unrelated call when an officer heard someone yell for help. Officer Maringola's investigation led to the arrest of Carlton Walker, 72, who is accused of grabbing the victim and yelling at her. A protective order was in place at the time.

Walker was charged with disorderly conduct and violation of a protective order. Bond was set at $2,900.

Gabriel Digioia — Domestic Disorderly Conduct

On May 6 at 6:12 a.m., Milford Police responded to a Milford address regarding a domestic violence incident. Officer Sorrentino's investigation led to the arrest of Gabriel Digioia, 48, of 30 Magellan Drive, who is accused of pushing the victim and throwing items at her.

Digioia was charged with disorderly conduct. Bond was set at $2,500.

Joseph Buchino — Found With Victim During Welfare Check

On May 8 at 8:09 a.m., Milford Police were dispatched to a residence for a welfare check. Officer Dempsey's investigation led to the arrest of Joseph Buchino, 43, of 106 Strathmore Avenue, who was found to be with the victim with whom he has a full no-contact protective order. According to the police report, Buchino was also found to have an active arrest warrant out of Derby for failing to appear in court.

Buchino was charged with violation of a protective order and second-degree failure to appear. Bond was set at $17,500.

Mark Gazaille Jr. — Harassment Warrant

On May 11 at 2:45 p.m., Mark Gazaille Jr., 43, of 160 Court Street, West Haven, turned himself in at the Milford Police Department on an active arrest warrant. Gazaille is accused of sending several messages to the victim after being asked to stop. The investigation was led by Officer Ospina.

Gazaille was charged with second-degree harassment.

The Remaining Arrests

The four non-DV arrests during the week involved:

Alexsandro Gahona, 32, of West Haven, was charged with criminal trespass on May 5 after being found inside the Connecticut Post Mall at 1201 Boston Post Road after having been previously trespassed.

Eric Briere, 34, of Beacon Falls, was charged with evading responsibility and interfering with an officer on May 6 after allegedly backing into a mall security vehicle in the parking garage and providing false identifying information to officers who located him on the lower level.

James Brown, 46, of Bridgeport, was charged with fifth-degree larceny and conspiracy to commit fifth-degree larceny on May 6, in connection with the alleged theft of $590.20 worth of tequila from Total Wine and More in August 2025.

Vitale Battilocchi, 30, was charged with fifth-degree larceny on May 6 for the alleged theft of $586.44 worth of merchandise from Walmart at 1365 Boston Post Road.

Earl Melton, 52, of Norwalk, was taken into custody on May 7 on an active PRAWN warrant for failing to appear in court. Bond was set at $25,000.

Richard Carey, 47, of 81 Sigwin Drive, was charged with driving under the influence, suspended registration, and no insurance on May 7 after Milford Police responded to a motor vehicle accident at Anthony D's Bar and Grill at 331 New Haven Avenue.

Freedom Born, 48, of Hamden, was charged with sixth-degree larceny on May 9 after allegedly stealing $338.48 worth of merchandise from Shop Rite at 935 Boston Post Road.

Sirena Brown, 37, of Hartford, was charged with sixth-degree larceny and conspiracy to commit sixth-degree larceny on May 11 in connection with an alleged fraudulent return scheme at Banana Republic in March of this year. The fraudulent return amount was $148.89.

About Protective Orders

A protective order is a court-issued directive that restricts an individual's contact with another person. A full no-contact protective order — the type referenced in several of this week's arrests — prohibits any contact whatsoever, including in-person, by phone, or by message. Violation of a protective order is a separate criminal offense regardless of any underlying incident, and can result in immediate arrest. A standing criminal protective order is a longer-term order issued at the conclusion of a criminal case, often lasting years.

According to the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence, violation of protective orders is one of the most consistent indicators of escalating risk in domestic violence cases.

All charges referenced in this article are allegations. All arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Information was provided by the Milford Police Department in its daily press release dated May 14, 2026.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence operates a 24/7 statewide hotline at 1-888-774-2900. The BHcare Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services serves the Greater Milford area and can be reached at 203-736-9944.