Burglar Arrested for Stealing $1 million from Greenwich & New Canaan Mansions

On January 28, 2026, Greenwich Police arrested 48-year-old Grigoli Chaphichadze for orchestrating a series of high-value burglaries across Greenwich and New Canaan. Since October 2025, Chaphichadze targeted six homes, resulting in the theft of at least $1,015,115 of property.

Second Floor. Investigators identified a specific modus operandi where the perpetrator gained entry by smashing second-floor windows, often utilizing ladders found on the properties or brought to the scene. This tactic intentionally bypassed traditional ground-level security sensors, granting direct access to master suites. These areas are primary targets because they typically house high-concentration valuables such as luxury watches, jewelry, and designer handbags.

Merritt Parkway. The geography of these crimes strongly suggests that the Merritt Parkway (Route 15) served as a primary transit artery for the operation. By targeting backcountry estates in both towns, the suspect utilized wooded lots for cover and easy access to Route 15 for a rapid escape. Also, homes listed for sale can be easy targets.

Accomplices? Chaphichadze currently faces 17 counts, including multiple charges of conspiracy to commit first-degree larceny and third-degree burglary. The consistent use of "conspiracy" in these charges indicates that authorities believe he was working with at least one other accomplice to scout locations and fence the stolen goods.

Sizable bond. The court set the bond at $5 million. A bond of this magnitude was likely due to the high value of the stolen assets, the possible organized nature of the crimes, and potential for additional linked incidents.

Between the Lines: That's a lot of luxury handbags and jewelry stored in the second-floor master suite of these mansions. While police advise to arm second floor windows with glass break sensors, perhaps it's best to own knock-off handbags and costume jewelry.

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