Crime & Safety

Officer Lauded for Nabbing Robbery Suspects

Officer of the month award given to cop who caught quartet of mugging suspects with items reported stolen from victim.

A Greenwich Police officer who was key in nabbing four robbery suspects has been named the department's Officer of the Month for February.

Master Police Officer Jeffrey Loock was cited for spotting the which left a Greenwich man injured after he was attacked from behind as he walked along Mill Street in the Byram section of town. The suspects also were found to have been involved in several car burglaries in the neighborhood following the attack, police said.

Here is the statement released by Greenwich Police regarding Loock's award citation:

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"In the early hours of January 26, 2012 MPO Loock was assisting in the investigation of a Strong Arm Robbery in the western section of Greenwich. The victim had been walking on Mill Street when he was attacked from behind by a small group of assailants. During the attack the victim was knocked to the ground and chipped a tooth.  His attackers continued to strike him in the head and body before taking his I-Phone and wallet. The assailants then fled the area.

"Officer Loock who was searching for the suspects came upon four suspicious people on West Putnam Avenue. After stopping these subjects he discovered evidence which connected this group to the robbery.  As he and other officers continued to investigate, evidence was developed that these same suspects had also broken into several motor vehicles after robbing the victim.

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"Chief James Heavey said in a statement, "Officer Loock is one of our steady Midnight Officers and a solid performer. In this particular instance his familiarity with the neighborhood and his dedication to duty enabled us to make a quick apprehension." Heavey added, "Officer Loock is commended for his diligence."


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