EAST HAVEN — Carlos Diaz, 32, of New Haven, was arrested on robbery, threatening, and breach of peace charges after a violent incident at King Smoke Shop in East Haven on January 9, 2024. Diaz allegedly entered the shop around 2:35 p.m., accusing an employee of selling illegal substances to his wife. He then brandished a knife, threatening the employee and forcing the shop’s main door to close.
Diaz continued by stealing merchandise, a set of car keys, and a baseball bat before fleeing the scene. East Haven police responded quickly, apprehending Diaz without incident. Items including the knife and stolen goods were recovered. Diaz faces multiple charges, including first-degree robbery, second-degree threatening, and second-degree breach of peace.