Two Men Arrested on Firearm Charges in New London

Foot pursuit leads to charges for illegal weapons possession

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:38pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent shell casing on a dark background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the physical evidence found in this firearm-related incident.A stark image of physical evidence from a firearm-related incident highlights the gritty realities of gun crimes in this Connecticut community.New London Today

Two men, Jamir Mueller and Joel Woodhall, were arrested in New London, Connecticut on multiple firearm charges following a foot pursuit with police. Officers responded to a report of suspicious individuals and detained several people, finding that two of them were in possession of firearms without permits.

Why it matters

Illegal firearm possession is a serious public safety concern, and this incident highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address gun crimes in the New London area. The arrests come amid broader debates around gun control and community-police relations.

The details

According to police, officers responded to the area of Laurel Drive and Colman Street around 4:54 p.m. on April 1, 2026 for a report of suspicious individuals. As the officers approached the group, the individuals fled on foot, leading to a brief pursuit. Several people were detained, and the investigation revealed that two of them, Jamir Mueller and Joel Woodhall, were in possession of firearms without the proper permits.

  • Officers responded to the report around 4:54 p.m. on April 1, 2026.
  • The foot pursuit and arrests occurred on Tuesday afternoon.

The players

Jamir Mueller

A 20-year-old resident of New London who was arrested and charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, illegal possession of a large capacity magazine, and interference with an officer.

Joel Woodhall

A 20-year-old resident of Groton who was arrested and charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, illegal possession of a large capacity magazine, criminal possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, illegal discharge/operation of a firearm, and criminal possession of ammunition.

New London Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the report of suspicious individuals and made the arrests.

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What’s next

The investigation into the incident remains active and ongoing, and additional charges or arrests may be forthcoming.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing illegal firearm possession and the need for continued community engagement and public safety initiatives to address gun violence in the New London area.