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Police arrest of Angel Sosa after striking an Ansonia Connecticut police cruiser and fleeing with a firearm in the vehicle.

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Driver Arrested After Striking Ansonia Police Cruiser, Gun Recovered

On February 14, 2026 at about 9:50 P.M. officers of the Ansonia Police Department were investigating a one car accident on Elm Street when another vehicle travelling on Elm Street struck a stopped marked cruiser, which had its emergency lights activated, then fled the scene. Officers located the evading vehicle on East Main St and took the driver, Angel Sosa, into custody, during which time they located 2 loaded handgun magazines on Sosa and a loaded 9mm Sig Sauer handgun in the back seat of the vehicle. Angel Sosa, age 44, of Ansonia was charged with DUI, Evading Responsibility, Carrying a Firearm Under the Influence, and Failing to Move Over When Approaching a Stopped Emergency Vehicle. Sosa refused to submit…

Stratford

Another Merritt Crash

Feb 21, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

A crash with multiple injuries on the Merritt Parkway in Stratford, northbound near exit 37. Major delays reported, detour if you can. 2026-02-20@11:41pm--

Trumbull

Merritt Crash in Trumbull

Feb 20, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

Report of a crash on the Merritt Parkway just north of exit 30. No entrapment, no word on injuries. Expect delays. 2026-02-20@9:38pm

Stratford

Water Main Break Causes Sink Hole

Feb 20, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

A water main break reported at Abrams Street in Stratford. The caller said it was creating a sink hole so she put lawn chairs around it so no one drives through. 2026-02-20@8:33pm--

Westport

Water Main Break Triggers Multiple Fire Alarms

Feb 20, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

A water main break at Imperial and Baker is believed to have activated about a dozen water-flow alarms in the area around 6:45pm. Firefighters checked each location and confirmed they were false alarms caused by the pressure change.

Bridgeport

Bridgeport Now Hiring 911 Dispatchers

Feb 20, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/_k_PkEftjKs The City of Bridgeport is currently accepting applications for Public Safety Telecommunicators — the 911 dispatchers who answer emergency calls and coordinate police, fire and EMS response throughout the city. Working inside the Emergency Communications Center, telecommunicators handle both emergency and non-emergency calls, gather critical information from callers, dispatch first responders, and stay in constant radio contact with units in the field. The position is considered a vital part of public safety and often serves as the first point of contact during emergencies. Pay & Benefits The position offers a starting salary of approximately $46,000+ annually, along with a full municipal benefits package, including: Medical and dental insurance Paid vacation, holidays and sick time Shift differential for nights and…

Police booking photos of Kaleem Uthmaan, Naszar Hobby, and Juan Felix arrested in connection with a Fairfield Connecticut armed home invasion on Candlewood Road.

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ARRESTS MADE IN CONNECTION WITH ARMED ROBBERY AND HOME INVASION

Feb 20, 2026 Alex

FAIRFIELD, CT – Multiple individuals have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery and home invasion that occurred in the early morning hours of February 19, 2026, in the area of Candlewood Road in Fairfield. The following individuals were charged in connection with this incident. Each was charged with Home Invasion, Robbery in the First Degree with a Deadly Weapon, five (5) counts of Unlawful Restraint, and two (2) counts of Risk of Injury to a Minor. They were each held on a $3,000,000 bond and were transported to Bridgeport Superior Court this morning: Kaleem Uthmaan (DOB 9/26/2000) of Hamden, CTNaszar Hobby (DOB 2/4/2005) of New Haven, CTJuan Felix (DOB 10/20/2000) of Monroe, CT On Thursday, February 19, 2026,…

Valley

Disabled Train In Seymour

Feb 20, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

A disabled train in Seymour carrying approximately 30 passengers is now being assisted after a rescue train was dispatched to the scene. Delays are expected while passengers are transferred and service is restored. 2026-02-20@1:29pm--

Bridgeport

Today’s Vehicle Fire

Feb 19, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

Today's car fire is being hosted by Bridgeport at Freeman and Stratford Avenue. Firefighters quickly took care of it. 2026-02-19@5:05pm-- #Bridgeport CT

State News

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUBMITS TESTIMONY SUPPORTING LEGISLATION COMBATTING YOUTH SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION

Feb 19, 2026 Alex

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today submitted testimony in support of legislation he proposed with Governor Ned Lamont to combat youth social media addiction, including by prohibiting social media companies from exposing minors to harmful and addictive algorithms and notifications without parental consent. “Young people spend hours each day glued to social media, with dire consequences for their learning, relationships, and mental health. These platforms are addictive by design, with constant, attention-grabbing alerts and algorithms designed to override self-control, to maximize the platform’s profit at the expense of children’s and teens’ well-being. We must prioritize the health and development of our youth by enabling parental supervision, rather than setting young people up to fall victim to addictive and destructive social…