Eleven Arrests Including Domestic Violence, Shoplifting, and Strangulation Charges
Milford Police arrested eleven individuals between November 17 and November 23 on charges ranging from domestic violence and shoplifting to first-degree larceny and second-degree strangulation.
November 17: Two Separate Incidents
Maria Zendrini-Gonzalez, 35
Address: 5109 70th St., Woodside, NY Time: 1:18 p.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Noonan Location: Burlington, 1397 Boston Post Road
Charges:
- Larceny in the Sixth Degree
- Possession of a Shoplifting Device
Details: Officers responded to a larceny in progress at Burlington. Investigation led to the arrest of Zendrini-Gonzalez, who allegedly stole $224.88 worth of merchandise. She was also found in possession of a shoplifting device.
Status: $500 bond Court Date: December 15, 2025
November 18: Warrant Service
Talya Natlo, 55
Address: 8 Andrews Ave., Milford Time: 6:33 p.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Hilliard Location: Milford Police headquarters, 430 Boston Post Road
Charges:
- Larceny in the First Degree
- Defrauding a Public Community
Details: Police took custody of Natlo on an active arrest warrant issued by GA22. The warrant originated with the Connecticut Department of Social Services.
Status: Released on promise to appear Court Date: December 16, 2025
November 19: Four Separate Incidents
Ahmad Pasha, 24
Address: 1070 New Haven Ave., Milford Time: 6:33 p.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Hilliard Location: Milford Police headquarters, 430 Boston Post Road
Charges:
- Violation of Protective Order
- Disorderly Conduct
Details: Police took custody of Pasha on an active arrest warrant. He is accused of violating a protective order on November 16, 2025.
Status: $2,500 bond Court Date: November 20, 2025
Jonna Mack-Papazoglou, 56
Address: 18 Jackson Dr., Milford Time: 1:15 p.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Dempsey Location: Milford Police headquarters, 430 Boston Post Road
Charges:
- Larceny in the Sixth Degree
Details: Police took custody of Mack-Papazoglou on an active arrest warrant. She is accused of stealing $19.29 worth of merchandise from Adams Hometown Market in August 2025.
Status: Released on promise to appear Court Date: December 17, 2025
Lori Scherwin, 47
Address: 136 Bird Ln., Milford Time: 3:46 p.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Keylock Location: Target, 1191 Boston Post Road
Charges:
- Larceny in the Sixth Degree
Details: Officers responded to a shoplifting report at Target. Investigation led to the arrest of Scherwin, who allegedly stole $203.98 worth of merchandise.
Status: Released on promise to appear Court Date: December 16, 2025
November 20: Warrant Service
Jazmine Grazynski, 37
Address: 11 Minor Rd., West Haven Time: 5:30 p.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Egersheim Location: Milford Police headquarters, 430 Boston Post Road
Charges:
- Breach of Peace in the Second Degree
- Threatening in the Second Degree
Details: Police took custody of Grazynski on an active arrest warrant. She is accused of threatening a victim in July 2025.
Status: Released on promise to appear Court Date: November 21, 2025
November 21: Two Separate Incidents
Claudia Sobocinski, 34
Time: 9:21 a.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Ross Location: Milford residence
Charges:
- Disorderly Conduct
- Assault in the Third Degree
Details: Officers responded to a domestic dispute at a Milford residence. Investigation led to the arrest of Sobocinski, who is accused of pushing the victim against a wall inside the residence.
Status: Released on promise to appear Court Date: November 24, 2025
James Stewart, 69
Address: 179 Platt St., Milford Time: 1:11 p.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Boyles Location: Milford Police headquarters, 430 Boston Post Road
Charges:
- Driving Under the Influence
Details: Police took custody of Stewart on an active arrest warrant. He is accused of driving under the influence in July 2025.
Status: $500 bond Court Date: December 11, 2025
November 22: Domestic Violence Arrest
Jake Joseph, 37
Time: 7:51 p.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Keylock Location: Milford residence
Charges:
- Disorderly Conduct
Details: Officers responded to a domestic dispute at a Milford residence. Investigation led to the arrest of Joseph, who is accused of throwing multiple items in the victim's direction.
Status: Released on promise to appear Court Date: November 24, 2025
November 23: Warrant Service
Albert Dias, 38
Time: 9:40 a.m. Arresting Officer: Officer Nesmith Location: Motor vehicle stop
Charges:
- Breach of Peace in the Second Degree
- Strangulation in the Second Degree
- Assault in the Third Degree
Details: Police took custody of Dias during a motor vehicle stop on an active arrest warrant. He is accused of choking and hitting a victim earlier in November 2025.
Status: $20,000 bond Court Date: November 24, 2025
Important Reminders from Milford Police
All arrests were documented in the Milford Police Department's daily press release, prepared by the Community Engagement Unit.
The department reminds residents that:
- Arrest information should be used with discretion
- Details may change as cases proceed through the court system
- All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court
Stay informed about public safety in Milford by following The Milford Times for daily police reports and community news.
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