Westport Missing Person: Tammy Lynn McQuillan, Hillspoint Area

UPDATE
The Westport Police Department continues to diligently search for Tammy McQuillan. We are asking for residents to check their surveillance and doorbell cameras for anyone matching McQuillan’s description between the hours of 8:00pm Saturday and 8:00am Sunday. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to call the Police Department at 203-341-6000.

On August 8, 2021 at approximately 12:00pm, Westport Police took a report of a missing person from Hillspoint Road. Tammy Lynn McQuillan, age 51, is believed to have walked away from her home sometime after eight o’clock yesterday evening and we are concerned for her wellbeing.    

McQuillan is approximately 5’8” tall and 300-350 lbs. with dark hair.  She has been entered as a Missing Person.

Anyone with information that can help locate McQuillan is urged to call the Westport Police Department at 203-341-6000.  

Ribbon Cutting for STEAM, Uncle Leo’s on Railroad Place

(L-R): Second Selectwoman Jen Tooker, State Senator Will Haskell, State Representative Stephanie Thomas, Owner Bob Glaser, First Selectman Jim Marpe, Owner "Uncle Leo" Spinelli, Bobbi Spinelli, Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce President Matthew Mandell, State Representative Jonathan Steinberg (contributed photo)

Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce

Steam Coffee & Tea opens on Railroad Place on the corner of Riverside Avenue. Offering not only Coffee and Tea for morning commuters, but will also feature Uncle Leo’s Donuts. Sited in the historic building that once was the first Post Office for both Saugatuck and Westport, they will have automated mailboxes for rent as well.  This was the third ribbon cut on RR Place in as many weeks signaling a full resurgence of business on that integral street. 

One Charged for Throwing Rocks

Westport Police Department Release

On August 6, 2021, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Westport Police officers responded to Bridge Street on a report of a disturbance.  The complainant reported that as she was walking along Bridge Street a female began to allegedly throw large rocks at her.  The complainant was not struck by any of the stones.  The attack was purportedly unprovoked.  A description of the suspect was provided by the complainant and the suspect, who was identified as Victoria Grant, was located a short time later on Compo Road South.

Based upon the investigation, Ms. Grant was placed under arrest.  She was charged with Breach of Peace and Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree.  Ms. Grant was released from custody on a Promise to Appear and is scheduled to be arraigned at Stamford Superior Court on Monday, August 16, 2021.

One Charged for DWI Following Sylvan Road Rollover

Westport Fire Department photo

Westport Police Department Release

On August 5, 2021, at approximately 1:10 a.m., Westport Police officers responded to the area of Sylvan Road South at Sylvan Lane on a report of a single car motor vehicle accident.  Upon arrival, officers located a Jeep resting on its side.  The driver, who was identified as Anthony Cochrane, stated he was not injured.  While speaking with Mr. Cochrane, the officer noted that he could smell the odor of an alcoholic beverage on Mr. Cochrane’s breath.  Due to this indicator of possible intoxication, a standardized field sobriety test was conducted.  Mr. Cochrane was reportedly unable to perform the test to standard and he was placed under arrest.

Once at the police department, Mr. Cochrane purportedly refused to submit to a breathalyzer test.  He was charged with Operating Under the Influence of Drugs/Alcohol and Failure to Drive in the Proper Lane.  Mr. Cochrane was released after posting a $400.00 bond and he is scheduled to be arraigned at Stamford Superior Court on Monday, August 16, 2021.