Police Release New Info On 'Suspicious' Package Found At Danbury Hospital Parking Garage

DANBURY, CT — A suspicious package discovered early Thursday in a parking garage at Danbury Hospital was determined to be harmless, according to city police.

Danbury police said hospital security called around 2:46 a.m. Nov. 6 to report a suspicious item in the Rizzo Parking Garage. Officers responded immediately and worked with hospital security, emergency management teams, and state and local partners to secure the area.

Authorities confirmed the package posed no danger. Police said the hospital remained open throughout the incident, and patient care and operations continued without interruption.

Mayor Roberto Alves and the Danbury Police Department thanked hospital staff, emergency teams, and partner agencies for their cooperation and the public for its patience as safety protocols were carried out.

The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Danbury Police Department at 203-797-4662, the anonymous tip line at 203-790-8477, or by texting DANBURYPD plus a message to 847411. Tips can also be submitted online here.