Lawrence Congi Violates Order of Protection, Only Wanted to 'Take a nap'

Niagara Falls Police responded to the 1100 block of Linwood Avenue around 2pm on September 26th after reports of an order of protection violation.

Upon arrival, officers interviewed the protected party who stated she has a full stay away order of protection against Lawrence Congi. She was inside of her residence around 1:30pm when Congi walked in and went to his bedroom. Of note, she told police that they were not in a sexual relationship.

Officers were provided a copy of the order of protection that was dated September 5th, 2025, from Niagara Falls City Court. She stated Congi was still in her residence.

Officers entered the residence and located Congi in a bedroom. Congi stated he was just trying to take a nap and knew he should not have been there. Congi was placed under arrest and into the rear of a patrol vehicle.

Congi was transported to police headquarters for booking and processing. He was released on an appearance ticket.

Lawrence Congi Violates Order of Protection, Only Wanted to 'Take a nap'