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Month: November 2015

Fairfield Uncategorized

Fairfield News: Police Pusuit

Nov 10, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

2:28pm--#Fairfield CT--A police pursuit from Black Rock Turnpike to Fairfield Woods now being terminated.  The suspect was wanted in a possible fraud in the drive thru at People's Bank at 1940 Black Rock Turnpike.  It was a white Nissan Murano with plates 176RWX which is a stolen plate.  I spoke with Lt. Perez who said pursuits that involve property only are terminated out of concern to the public and that the courts have ruled against towns in police pursuits that involve just property (non assault on people).  Lt. Perez asks that if you seen this vehicle to call police right away.   This report is made possible by:

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Fairfield Commercial Truck Safety Enforcement

Nov 10, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

Over the past few years, the Fairfield Police Department has recognized an increase in commercial motor vehicle traffic on our roads. On Tuesday 11/3/15, The Fairfield Police Traffic Unit worked in conjunction with the Connecticut State Police Truck Squad to conduct Commercial Truck Safety Enforcement in the beach area of the Town of Fairfield. The Fairfield Police Traffic Unit encompasses four traffic safety officers along with two supervisors who enforce all traffic laws in the town of Fairfield, and The Connecticut State Police Truck Squad primarily focuses their efforts throughout the state assisting other municipalities. Our enforcement effort resulted in sixteen traffic stops/inspections which lead to over $16,000 worth of infractions that were handed out. These infractions covered violations such…

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Bridgeport Police Department Asks for Public Assistance with Bicycle Theft

Nov 10, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport, Conn. (November 9, 2015) – Today, the Bridgeport Police Department is asking for public assistance in finding a suspect who physically assaulted a juvenile, and stole his bicycle. On Sunday, November 8, police officers responded to a call regarding a strong arm robbery outside of an establishment near the corner of Ogden St. and Noble Ave. Upon arrival, police officers were told by the victim – who is a juvenile – that he parked his bike outside of the establishment, and went inside for a purchase. When the victim came back outside, the suspect was sitting on the victim’s bicycle. The victim said to the suspect, “give it back.” The suspect responded by punching the victim in the right…

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Trumbull News: Merritt Crash

Nov 10, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

11:27pm--UPDATE: Extrication complete, family on scene. Happy to report nothing serious possible broken leg. UPDATE: #cttraffic--Radio reports say its a 19 year old male driver, no one else in the car. Heavy intrusion into the car. He is conciouss but may have a "leg issue". 10:51pm--#Trumbull CT-- Report of a car into a tree requiring extrication on the Merritt Parkway southbound between exits 48 and 47. First responders on the way. Expect delays. This report is made possible by:

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Video: #Bridgeport Police Memorial Ribbon Cutting

Nov 9, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

$Bridgeport, Conn. (November 2, 2015) – Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch, Police Chief Joseph Gaudett Jr., and members of the Bridgeport Police Department celebrated the opening of the new police memorial in front of police headquarters at 300 Congress St. “This memorial has been a long-time in the making, but we’re proud to be able to give such a tribute to those who sacrifice day in and day out to keep our kids and families safe from harm,” said Mayor Bill Finch. “And, we’re especially proud and humbled to pay tribute to those who have given their lives for the safety and security of our city.” The memorial, which stands between police headquarters and city hall, . The memorial contains a…

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