Stratford police arrested a suspect in connection with a homicide that occurred on April 4 on Woodstock Avenue. Officers responded at approximately 11:40 p.m. that night after receiving a report of a disturbance.

Police say Paul T. Balzarano died after suffering multiple gunshot wounds.

Robert Kopasz, 22, was arrested Tuesday and charged with murder by firearm, illegal possession of an assault weapon without a certificate, Illegal violation of fire rate enhancement, illegal possession of a high‑capacity magazine, and unlawful discharge of a firearm.

Kopasz was issued a court date Tuesday and is being held on a $1.5 million court‑set bond.

Police seized an American Tactical Omni Hybrid semi‑automatic multi‑caliber rifle and a Glock 22 .40‑caliber pistol equipped with an illegal after‑market switch that allows the firearm to be fired fully automatic.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Marc Halper at 203‑385‑4126 or mhalper@townofstratford.com.