Arrest Report: DUI or Bust? Farmington’s January Drama 🍷🚗
Well, folks, Farmington made its latest addition to the town ledger on January 23, 2025. At exactly 6:54 PM, Paul Joseph Stepka, a 54-year-old Farmington resident, was arrested on Farmington Avenue for allegedly operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The arresting officer has not been named in this police log, though we can only imagine they had to summon all their patience for another evening of local misdemeanor mayhem.
What We Know:
- Suspect: Paul Joseph Stepka
- Charge: Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (Connecticut Statute 14-227a)
- Incident Location: 01790 Farmington Ave
- Arrest Date/Time: January 23, 2025, at 6:54 PM
- Bond Amount: $2,500 (Non-Surety)
- Court Date: January 29, 2025
- Remarks: Mr. Stepka posted bond and is awaiting his day in court.
Of course, Mr. Stepka is innocent until proven guilty, and we at The Farmington Mercury are firm believers in due process, even if the process involves towing yet another sedan off Farmington Avenue. In the spirit of Farmington’s small-town charm, we also recommend everyone keep an eye on local intersections after Happy Hour. 🍸
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Jack Beckett here, writing with one hand and clutching a lukewarm coffee with the other, because no story should ever have to wait for a caffeine refill. For all things Farmington, from zoning disputes to bird-watching hot takes, visit The Farmington Mercury or subscribe to our weekly newsletter here. Because, as our tagline says, Always Last… to Breaking News.
