4 arrested in Fairfield, Conn. home invasion armed robbery that shut down 2 schools
Four people are under arrest after an armed home invasion robbery forced the shutdown of two nearby schools in Fairfield, Connecticut Thursday morning.
Officers were called just before 2:30 a.m. to the home on Candlewood Road. They arrested one person who tried to run away, and secured the victims.
McKinley Elementary School and Fairfield Warde High School were closed out of an abundance of caution and a shelter-in-place order was lifted at around 9 a.m.
Multiple people arrested
Friday, Fairfield Police said they apprehended a total of four suspects, including one who allegedly took an Uber to Hamden, about 25 miles northeast of Fairfield.
Kaleen Uthmaan, 25, Naszar Hobby, 21, and Juan Felix, 25, were arrested on numerous charges including home invasion, first-degree robbery and unlawful restraint. They are each being held on a $3 million bond.
Officials said they are anticipating an additional arrest.
"Let me be absolutely clear. If you come into the Town of Fairfield with the intent to commit a crime, you should fully expect that the Fairfield Police Department will find you, and we will arrest you. Our officers are highly trained, professional, and relentless when it comes to protecting this community. We will not tolerate individuals who believe they can victimize our residents or threaten the safety of our neighborhoods," Police Chief Michael Paris said in a statement.
Nearby residents heard the chaos unfold
Police said while residents of the home were shaken, no one was physically injured.
Officials have released few additional details. The investigation continues.
Neighbors said they saw the police presence during the incident.
"All I know is they said to lock down, and I didn't leave my house until they said it was OK," resident Maggie Salomon said.
"I heard the police radios in the street, and I looked out and saw all the cars on the street," resident Bruce Stern added.
Investigators said it was an isolated incident, and there was no ongoing threat to the public.
Police are asking residents nearby to review any available surveillance footage and contact detectives at 203-254-4840 if they see any suspicious activity. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online.
