Hartford Police Arrest Man with Firearm, Fentanyl

Suspect had active warrant and history of violent crime

Apr. 10, 2026 at 3:04am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a loaded revolver with an obliterated serial number, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.A recent wave of illegal firearm seizures in Hartford underscores the city's ongoing battle against gun violence and the opioid crisis.Hartford Today

Hartford police arrested a 40-year-old man with an active warrant and recovered a loaded firearm and multiple sleeves of fentanyl during the arrest last month.

Why it matters

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges Hartford faces with illegal firearms and the opioid crisis, as the city works to address violent crime and drug trafficking.

The details

On March 11th, detectives developed information that Kijuan Terrell, who had an active arrest warrant and a history of violent crime, was in possession of a firearm. Detectives conducted surveillance and, with assistance from the Greater Hartford Regional Auto Theft Task Force, arrested Terrell. They recovered a loaded Smith & Wesson .38 Special with an obliterated serial number and around 105 sleeves of fentanyl from Terrell.

  • On March 11th, police developed information about Terrell's location and firearm possession.
  • On March 11th, police arrested Terrell and recovered the loaded firearm and fentanyl.

The players

Kijuan Terrell

A 40-year-old man with an active arrest warrant and a history of violent crime.

Hartford Police

The law enforcement agency that conducted the surveillance and arrest operation.

Greater Hartford Regional Auto Theft Task Force

The law enforcement task force that assisted Hartford Police in the arrest operation.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone with information related to illegal firearms or narcotics activity can contact the Hartford Police Tip Line at 860-722-TIPS (8477).”

— Hartford Police

What’s next

Terrell will face charges of carrying a pistol without a permit, criminal possession of a firearm, having a firearm with obliterated serial number, possession of narcotics and possession with intent to sell.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing efforts by Hartford police to address the interrelated issues of illegal firearms and the opioid crisis in the city, which contribute to violent crime and public safety concerns.