Executive Summary
- The incident occurred around 9:40 p.m. Monday near Putnam and Ward streets in Hartford.
- Suspects used their vehicle to cut off and force the victim to stop before exiting with guns.
- Two armed individuals stole the victim’s car and personal items before fleeing north.
A driver in Hartford, Connecticut, was robbed of his vehicle and personal belongings late Monday night after armed suspects blocked his path, according to law enforcement officials.
Officers from the Hartford Police Department responded to the intersection of Putnam and Ward streets around 9:40 p.m. regarding a reported carjacking. According to statements provided to police by the victim, he was driving in the area when a second vehicle abruptly pulled in front of him, forcing him to come to a complete stop.
Police reports indicate that once the victim was immobilized, two suspects exited the blocking vehicle. Authorities stated that both individuals were armed with handguns. The suspects proceeded to rob the victim of his personal items and his car. Following the robbery, the suspects fled the scene, heading north on Putnam Street.
No additional details regarding the description of the suspects or the stolen vehicle have been released at this time. Detectives are actively investigating the incident and have asked anyone with information to contact the Hartford Police Department.
Investigative Outlook
This incident involves a high-risk method of vehicle theft where perpetrators physically obstruct the roadway to trap their target, escalating the immediate danger to the public. The focus of the current investigation is on identifying the individuals responsible and recovering the stolen property. As the search for the suspects remains ongoing, it is important to note that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
