Milford Police Daily Report: Firearm Arrest, Shoplifting, and Multiple Domestic Incidents
Milford Police reported several arrests this week, including a firearm incident at a retail store, multiple domestic disputes, and shoplifting cases.
Firearm Incident at Retail Store
Police responded to a report of a firearm found inside a fitting room at a retail location on Boston Post Road.
Following an investigation, Wendy Vereen, 47, of Bridgeport, was arrested and charged with criminally negligent storage of a firearm after allegedly leaving the weapon inside the store.
Shoplifting Cases
Police arrested James Sindab, 48, of East Hartford, who is accused of stealing approximately $179.99 worth of merchandise from a Target on Boston Post Road.
In a separate case, Jason Talley, 46, of West Haven, was taken into custody on an active warrant related to a prior shoplifting incident involving approximately $459.98 in merchandise.
Domestic-Related Arrests
Several domestic-related incidents were reported between April 3 and April 6:
- John Horvath, 34, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct following a domestic dispute.
- Melonie Smith, 44, was arrested on a disorderly conduct charge stemming from an argument.
- Lauren Heenie, 20, of Monroe, was arrested and charged with breach of peace and criminal mischief after allegedly damaging property during a dispute.
- Jennifer Low, 45, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and violation of a protective order.
- Robert McMillan, 35, of West Haven, was arrested and charged with threatening and harassment related to alleged text messages.
Additional Arrest
Police also reported that James Perelli, 46, of Bridgeport, was taken into custody on a failure to appear charge related to an active warrant.
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All individuals listed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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