The Greenwich Police Dept recognized Officer Anthony D’Arco as Officer of the Month for his exceptional performance and exemplary commitment to public safety.
Greenwich Police Chief Jim Heavey with Officer D’Arco at his swearing in at town hall in 2017. Photo: Leslie Yager
This distinction is awarded to department members who demonstrate outstanding achievement in areas such as investigative work, crime prevention, community relations, traffic safety, and acts of valor. Officer D’Arco’s actions reflect the highest standards of law enforcement professionalism.
In a social media post, police said on December 10, 2025, Dispatch notified officers of an alert on a License Plate Reader at Exit 4 for a vehicle associated with a recent violent domestic incident in Norwalk. The operator was reported to have discharged a firearm to shoot a canine and was believed to still be armed.
Officer D’Arco quickly responded to the area and located the vehicle. He tactically positioned his patrol car, calmly communicated his status over the radio, and issued clear instructions to the operator, who remained inside the vehicle, ensuring the individual kept their hands visible while awaiting the arrival of additional units.
Once backup units arrived, the subject was safely removed from the vehicle, and a firearm was recovered from the center console. The operator appeared intoxicated and was resistant to both officers and medical personnel. Throughout the encounter, Officer D’Arco demonstrated composure under pressure, maintained effective communication, and exercised strong command presence while managing an armed and noncompliant individual.
Police said Officer D’Arco’s actions directly contributed to the safe and successful resolution of a potentially dangerous situation, safeguarding both officers and the public, and commended him for his professionalism, dedication, and outstanding service to the community.