Suspects' Vehicle Seized In Fairfield Armed Carjacking Case: UPDATE

FAIRFIELD, CT — Fairfield police have seized the suspects' vehicle, a gray BMW 5 Series, in connection with the armed carjacking of a Porsche 911 Carrera Sunday morning in Fairfield, according to authorities.

The vehicle was found Monday in Bridgeport, and police also seized several firearms, though whether those firearms were used in the Fairfield carjacking is not known. The Porsche has not yet been recovered.

Fairfield police also released a surveillance image of the BMW, which was taken at the Cumberland Farms parking lot on Post Road in Fairfield, just before the 10 a.m. incident.

"Detectives are employing a variety of investigative techniques to aid in locating the victim's vehicle and identifying the suspects involved," wrote Fairfield Police Sgt. Michael Stahl in a statement.

Sunday's carjacking occurred at a traffic light at the intersection of Walls Drive and North Benson Road in Fairfield, according to authorities. No injuries were reported in the incident.

"Upon arrival, officers located the victim, who reported that they were stopped at a red light in their Porsche 911 Carrera when a gray BMW 5 Series with a misused Connecticut plate cut in front and blocked their vehicle," Stahl wrote in an earlier statement. "A male suspect exited the passenger side of the BMW, approached the driver’s side window, and demanded the driver exit the vehicle."

The suspect displayed a handgun when he instructed the victim to exit the Porsche; the thief then jumped into the vehicle and sped off onto I-95 northbound at exit 22, with the BMW following.

"An initial investigation revealed that the suspect followed the victim from a nearby [Cumberland Farms] gas station prior to the carjacking. Fairfield Police personnel and detectives have been actively working investigative leads through the evening, and this case remains an ongoing, active investigation," Stahl said.

The suspect is described as a Black male in his 20s, approximately 6 feet tall, with a slim build. He was wearing dark clothing including a hooded sweatshirt, mask, sunglasses, and sweatpants.

"Our priority is the safety and well-being of the Fairfield community," Stahl added. "We encourage residents to stay alert and take simple precautions to help protect themselves. The Fairfield Police Department remains vigilant and is dedicated to thoroughly investigating incidents like these and keeping our community safe."

Anyone with information that could assist Fairfield police in identifying the suspect(s) is urged to contact the department at 203-254-4800.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted via the Fairfield PD mobile app, by texting the keyword FPDCT followed by your message to 847411(Tip411), or online at fpdct.com/tips.

Stahl offered the following tips to help keep residents safe on the road:

• Stay Alert: Be aware of your surroundings, especially when stopped at intersections or in unfamiliar areas.
• Leave Space: If possible, leave some distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you at stops to allow for an exit if needed.
• Keep Doors Locked: Lock your doors and keep windows up, particularly when stopped in high-traffic or isolated areas.
• Limit Distractions: Avoid using phones or other devices that could distract you when stopped in traffic or at lights.
• Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice any suspicious behavior or believe you’re being followed, drive to a well-lit, populated area and contact local law enforcement.