Man says he was robbed of phone, jewelry, cash in Shelton

By Michelle Tuccitto Sullo
Naugatuck Valley Bureau Chief
SHELTON – Police are investigating a claim that a man was robbed when he pulled his vehicle over to use his cell phone Saturday night.
Detective Sgt. Kevin Ahern said the incident happened at about 11 p.m. The victim told police he pulled over on Hill Street, and a 6-foot-tall, white male wearing a dark hoodie approached his vehicle and asked for directions. The male then pulled the victim out of his vehicle, and then several males ran up, stole items from the victim and fled, according to police.
The complainant reported that his phone, jewelry and cash were stolen from him.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 203-924-1544, and ask to speak with the detective division.