Crime & Safety
Man Arrested After Rollover Crash In Norwalk: Police
Police said officers found a vehicle overturned onto its driver's side and noticed the driver trying to climb back inside.
NORWALK, CT — A city man was arrested following a rollover crash Monday afternoon in Norwalk, according to police.
In a news release, Police Sgt. Ryan Evarts said the crash was reported just before 4 p.m. on East Avenue.
Officers found a gold Acura MDX overturned onto its driver's side and noticed the driver, identified as Christopher Jon Telesco, 49, of Norwalk, trying to climb back into the vehicle, Evarts said.
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During their investigation, officers determined Telesco was operating under the influence and arrested him, according to Evarts.
During a search of his person and the vehicle, officers found narcotics, controlled substances, cash and drug paraphernalia, Evarts said.
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Telesco was charged with possession with intent to sell narcotics, use of drug paraphernalia, failure to drive in proper lane, illegal operation of a motor vehicle while under the influence and possession of a controlled substance.
His bond was set at $100,000 and he is scheduled to appear in court next month, according to Evarts.
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