Ansonia man, 22, charged in 2018 robbery of food delivery driver

Leroy Shaw

ANSONIA - Ansonia Police Monday served an arrest warrant on Leroy Shaw, 22, of Ansonia for his involvement in the robbery of a food delivery driver on Beaver Street on Dec. 31, 2018. 
Shaw’s arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into the robbery, where two males robbed a delivery driver of cash and the food. 
One of the males showed a handgun during the robbery. 
During the investigation, Det. Brian Harte was able to identify Shaw from the evidence recovered at the scene and through subsequent search warrants. 
Shaw was charged with Robbery First Degree, Larceny Second Degree, Conspiracy to Commit Robbery First Degree and Conspiracy to Commit Larceny Second Degree. 
Shaw posted a $50,000 bond and was released with a court date of Oct. 8, 2020 at Derby Superior Court. 
Additional arrests are expected in this case.


This is a press release from Ansonia Lt. Patrick Lynch.

Naugatuck man charged in 2015 assault, robbery in Gatison Park in Ansonia

Edward Brown

ANSONIA - Ansonia Police Department today served an arrest warrant on Edward Brown, 54, of Naugatuck for his involvement in the assault and robbery of a 45-year old male in Gatison Park on May 9, 2015. 

Brown’s arrest is part of ongoing investigation into the assault and robbery, where several males stabbed and robbed the victim of cash and a cell phone. 

Two juvenile males were previously arrested for their involvement in the incident. 
During the investigation, Det. Sgt. James Frolish was able to identify Brown from the evidence recovered at the scene and through subsequent search warrants. 
Brown was charged with Assault First Degree, Robbery First Degree, Conspiracy to Commit Assault First Degree, and Conspiracy to Commit Robbery First Degree. 

Brown was held on a $100,000 bond and transferred to Milford Superior Court for arraignment. 

Additional arrests are expected in this case.


This is a press release from Ansonia Lt. Patrick Lynch.

Ansonia Police: Stranger tells 2 girls to get into SUV in AMS parking lot

Girls unharmed; suspect sought

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Police Department investigated a suspicious person complaint at approximately 8 p.m. Tuesday on Day Street in the Ansonia Middle School parking lot. 

Two juvenile females, ages 11 and 12, were walking in the parking lot of the middle school when they were approached by a black vehicle being driven by a black male who told the females several times to get into his vehicle. The juveniles ran from the scene and the suspect fled. 
The vehicle is described as a black smaller SUV with the rear windows tinted and the driver was a black male wearing a red hat and red shirt with gold rim glasses. 

Anyone with information is asked to call the Ansonia Police Department at 203-735-1885 or tips can be left anonymously through Tip411 at https://www.tip411.com/tips/new?alert_group_id=21553


This is a press release from Ansonia Police Lt. Patrick Lynch.

Naugatuck Valley Health District: Update on COVID-19 cases

A message Tuesday from Jessica Stelmaszek, MPH, Director of Health:

Good evening,

NVHD has received reports of 15 new cases and six laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 associated deaths since the last data report on Friday, July 10.

The increase in these local statistics is due to data entry into the State of CT Electronic Disease Surveillance System and does not necessarily mean the individuals tested positive or passed away in the time since Friday.

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky

 Interesting clouds on Tuesday evening. They  remind me of mashed potatoes. 

Ansonia Public Works' bulk pickup ends Wednesday, to resume Sept. 1

Just a reminder that Public Works bulk pickup for the spring/summer session ends tomorrow, to allow staff to continue with summer responsibilities. 

It will resume again on Sept. 1. Thank you.

This information is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Rochelle secures $500K to demolish building in downtown Ansonia

State Rep. Kara Rochelle

ANSONIA - State Representative Kara Rochelle (D-Ansonia/Derby) has secured $500,000 for a building demolition project in downtown Ansonia.

The funding has been included on the State Bond Commission's July 21 meeting agenda and will help fund the demolition of a partially collapsed industrial building at 35 North Main St. in Ansonia. The Commission must authorize the funding during its meeting.

"This project is critical for Ansonia and the Lower Naugatuck Valley's long-term economic growth and despite the challenging financial circumstances our state faces, I am incredibly appreciative and thankful Governor Ned Lamont sees the value in investing in economic development opportunities in our region, which I have advocated passionately for on behalf of the hardworking people of Ansonia and Derby," Rochelle said.

This funding comes despite the COVID-19 global pandemic, which has affected nearly every aspect of state and national economies, leaving many states, including Connecticut, facing significant budget hardships and having to make difficult decisions on how to invest limited resources.

“Investing in our local communities is critical to our state’s economic future. This project in Ansonia will become a wonderful part of the fabric of the community and residents should be proud that the state is providing this support for local development," Lamont said.

For well over a year, Rochelle has advocated diligently to obtain this vital funding to clean up the property that is situated at the corner of Main Street and North Main Street in an area Rochelle has eyed for redevelopment. Ansonia is the most economically-distressed municipality in the state, and remediation of the blighted parcel will lay the groundwork for future development and growth in the city as well as the lower Naugatuck Valley region.

"This property, once made available for future development, will bring good-paying jobs to Valley residents, expand the city's grand list, and give the City the opportunity to potentially lower taxes, or invest in additional services and amenities for residents," said Rochelle. "I want to thank City Hall, specifically Ansonia Economic Development Director Sheila O'Malley, for providing me the documentation that I requested for the application. This was the only request the city's Economic Development Office specifically submitted to my office. I am pleased to come through on this project and I am glad to be able to deliver."

Development of this parcel of land is critical in creating momentum for further downtown development that will help ease financial challenges the region faces. 

Securing this bonding is a critical step in setting Ansonia's economic outlook on the path towards growth and prosperity.

This is a press release from Rochelle's office.