Home Invasion/Car Jacking On Bayberry Lane On Sunday Under Investigation By Westport Police

The assault and car jacking was captured by homeowner’s video camera.

A Bayberry Lane homeowner got the shock of his life after pulling his Aston Martin into his garage when two individuals entered his garage and began the terrifying assault which was captured on the homeowners video camera. Video of the event was released to the media by Westport Police.

Westport PD Press Release On Sunday 9.17.23:

On Sunday, September 17, 2023 at approximately 3:50 PM Westport Police responded to a residential burglary and carjacking on Bayberry Lane.  The complainant reported that as they returned home and pulled into their garage, two (2) suspects entered the garage.  The suspects assaulted the complainant while they were seated in the vehicle and subsequently stole their blue Aston Martin after forcibly removing the victim.  It is believed that the suspects arrived at the residence in a dark blue BMW, as this vehicle was seen fleeing with the stolen vehicle. The complaint suffered minor injuries as a result of the assault but declined medical attention.  Broadcast messages were sent to neighboring towns and Connecticut State Police.  Both of these vehicles were reported to be last seen traveling north on  Route 8.  The Westport Police Detective Bureau is currently investigating and anyone with information is asked to contact us at (203)341-6080.

It is believed that our victim was targeted and followed back to their residence. Therefore, Westport Police are encouraging residents to be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious behavior to 911.

WPD Update on Monday 9.18.23:

There have been no significant developments in the investigation as of this writing.  The Aston Martin has not been recovered and there have been no arrests.  The dark blue BMW that was involved was later reported stolen from Norwalk..

Westport police to host public forum on this and Car theft issuesI.

n an additional Press Release on Monday by Westport PD, the department announced it will be hosting a forum on public safety do to the seriousness of this incident and the number of vehicle thefts in town over the last 18 months or even earlier.

WPD Press Release:

In collaboration with First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker, the Westport Police Department will host a Public Forum on Public Safety as it relates to car thefts, vehicle break-ins and the recent carjacking incident.  The event will take place on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the Westport Town Hall Auditorium, 110 Myrtle Avenue.

Police Chief Foti Koskinas will lead a discussion focusing on the safety concerns voiced by members of our community.  Chief Koskinas and members of the command staff will present the ongoing work of the Regional Auto Theft Task Force that was formed due to the increased car thefts and vehicle break-ins in the area.  Special attention will be given to police practices that are utilized to combat the theft of vehicles.  The forum will provide information and instructions to increase situational awareness and help our community avoid being victims of these crimes.

We hope to see everyone Wednesday at this important and informative meeting.