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Social Media Tip Leads To Assault, Larceny Charges For Stamford Man

Police in Stamford took to social media to help track down a wanted man.

Joshua J. Brill

Joshua J. Brill

Photo Credit: Stamford Police Department

A social media tip led to the arrest of Culloden Road resident Joshua Brill, 29, who had an active arrest warrant for charges that include assault, and several counts of larceny.

Police said that Brill was taken into custody without issue by members of the Bureau of Criminal Investigations on Monday, Dec. 10 without incident. He is currently being held on a $50,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday, Dec. 11 for processing.

Pbook, police officials made note that the most effective way to provide a tip regarding a suspect is to directly contact investigators.

“The Stamford Police Department would like to thank the concerned citizen who provided the vital information," the department said. "Assistance from the public is so crucial to the Stamford Police Department in carrying out our mission. 

"While we are always willing to accept information on any format please just remember that some our social media platforms are not monitored 24/7. 

"If you want to ensure your information is received in a timely manner please contact the Stamford Police Department at (203) 977-4921 or use our tips line which is anonymous (203) 977-TIPPS.”

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