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Man Arrested for Smacking Child; Charged with Risk of Injury to a Minor, Out on $50,000 Bond

Westport Police Department Release

On September 1, 2021, Westport Police detectives began to investigate the possible abuse and/or neglect of a minor.  It was alleged that in early April of 2021, an individual identified as Anjelu Sajetta hit a child across the face with an open hand.  Based on the investigation, a warrant for Mr. Sajetta’s arrest was completed and signed by a Superior Court Judge.

On the afternoon of December 23, 2021, Mr. Sajetta was taken into custody by members of the Stratford Police Department and turned over to Westport officers.  Per the warrant, he was charged with Risk of Injury to a Child.  Mr. Sajetta was released after posting a $50,000.00 bond and was arraigned at Stamford Superior Court on December 27, 2021.