Stamford Police Arrest Three Men Following September Shooting

Three suspects face assault and conspiracy charges after a shooting left one victim with gunshot wounds to the abdomen and arm.

Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Violence

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Police in Stamford arrested three men in connection with a shooting that occurred on September 6, 2026, at the intersection of Mission Street and West Street. The victim was transported for treatment after being shot in the abdomen and arm.

Why it matters

The investigation, which involved the execution of nine search warrants, led to the seizure of six firearms. Authorities used video evidence to identify and apprehend the suspects involved in the incident.

Terrance Summons is held on a $500,000 bond, while Davell Cotterell and Danny Turkvan Jr. are each held on $250,000 bonds. All three suspects face charges related to first-degree assault and conspiracy.

The players

Terrance Summons

He is a 31-year-old suspect charged with first-degree assault and conspiracy to commit first-degree assault.

Davell Cotterell

He is a 31-year-old suspect charged with conspiracy and accessory to first-degree assault.

Danny Turkvan Jr.

He is a 33-year-old suspect charged with conspiracy and accessory to first-degree assault.

The details

On September 6 at 2:22 a.m., an assailant approached the victim on foot, addressed him by name, and opened fire. Stamford police, assisted by authorities from Bridgeport, identified the suspects through video footage and carried out nine search warrants on homes, vehicles, and the suspects themselves.

Timeline

  1. The shooting occurred on September 6, 2026, at 2:22 a.m.

  2. Police executed nine search warrants on September 17, 2026.

Legal Context

The charges filed follow the specific prosecution standards set by the Connecticut penal code regarding first-degree assault. Local authorities often use such investigations to track patterns of firearm-related violence in the region.

The execution of multiple search warrants as part of this investigation underscores ongoing police efforts to remove illicit firearms from the area. Residents are reminded to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to the local authorities.

The takeaway

This case highlights the efficacy of combining video evidence with court-authorized search warrants to resolve violent crimes. Residents should continue to support police investigative work by providing information regarding local criminal activity.

Further reading

For more information on local safety efforts, visit Stamford Violence.