New Haven Man Arrested After Assaulting Local Business Owners
A 41-year-old man was taken into custody following an altercation with two café owners in a residential parking garage.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Violence
A 41-year-old New Haven man was arrested for assault, breach of peace, and criminal trespass after attacking Salvatore Scuro and Simona Silvestri at The Whit parking garage. Scuro, who owns La Fenice Gelateria Italian Caffe, required three stitches for his injuries.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding public safety in downtown residential and commercial spaces. Authorities are addressing the crime through formal charges and the enforcement of an outstanding warrant.
The suspect remains incarcerated on bonds totaling $27,500 for charges including misdemeanor assault and criminal trespass. The individual also faced an outstanding warrant for failure to appear in court at the time of the arrest.
The players
Salvatore Scuro
He is a business owner who operates the La Fenice Gelateria Italian Caffe located on Chapel Street in New Haven.
Simona Silvestri
She is a co-owner of the La Fenice Gelateria Italian Caffe who was involved in the parking garage altercation.
Jake Doboz
He is a police officer who responded to the emergency call at the parking garage.
Josue Torres
He is a police officer who arrived at the scene to investigate the reported assault.
The details
The assailant gained entry to the parking facility at The Whit by rolling under a closing steel door before the confrontation occurred. Officers Jake Doboz and Josue Torres discovered the suspect hiding underneath a vehicle at the scene shortly after their 5:01 p.m. arrival.
Timeline
The assault began at 4:56 p.m. on October 2, 2026.
Police arrived at the scene at 5:01 p.m. on October 2, 2026.
Salvatore Scuro was released from the hospital at 11:00 p.m. on October 2, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows standard enforcement protocols established under the Connecticut penal code regarding criminal trespass and breach of peace. The arrest mirrors typical city police responses to incidents involving physical altercations in private commercial structures.
The incident occurred in a private garage at a residential building, highlighting the importance of verifying security access in local apartment complexes. Residents and business owners in the area are encouraged to report suspicious activity to authorities immediately.
The takeaway
Business owners are reminded to remain vigilant when moving between their establishments and parking facilities during evening hours. Securing property access points remains a critical step for preventing unauthorized individuals from entering private spaces.
Further reading
For more information on safety incidents in the area, visit the New Haven Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by New Haven Indy.
