Today’s Vehicle Fire
8:21pm--Today's vehicle fire is a dump truck at Central and Orange Street. Radio reports say it fully involved and they will take care of it. This report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Fighting In The Street
7:11pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of two women and two men fight on Gurdon Street. Police on the way. This report is made possible by:
State Police K9 Gets Body Armor
#MIDDLETOWN CT – January 8, 2016 - Connecticut State Police’s K-9 Asher will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. The vest is sponsored by Wagging Tails Pet Sitting and Mobile Grooming of of Southington, CT and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Donated by Wagging Tails Pet Sitting & Mobile Grooming.” Delivery is expected within eight to ten weeks. K9 Asher has been assigned to Trooper First Class Jessica Colburn for two years and is currently working at Troop A in Southbury. K9 Asher is a three-year-year-old German Shepard who is trained in all patrol functions including tracking, building searches, evidence recovery, apprehension, obstacles and obedience. K9 Asher…
State Website Fights Waste, Fraud and Abuse: Public’s Help Needed
The State of Connecticut has launched a website to help its efforts at fighting fraud, waste and abuse that cost state programs tens of millions of dollars each year. “FightFraud.ct.gov” is a one-stop source to both (a) educate the public on what constitutes waste, fraud and abuse in government programs, and (b) make it easier for the public to report suspicious conduct. The user-friendly website is an outgrowth of the state’s Interagency Fraud Taskforce. Governor Malloy created the Task Force in 2013 to coordinate efforts by 13 state agencies and strengthen the state's ability to identify, investigate, prosecute and recover state funds. An important part of the website provides ways for the public to report suspected wrongdoing in tax filings,…
Bridgeport Crash
11:05am--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of a crash at East Main and Waverly Place. First responders on the way. This report is made possible by:
On January 8, 2016, Norwalk Police, Norwalk Animal Control and the Norwalk Health Department responded to 14 Ohio Avenue at the request of the Norwalk Fire Department. The Norwalk Fire Department had been called to the scene for a broken water pipe/flooding condition in the house and had found the residence to be in deplorable condition. The Fire Department also found a dog living in the residence. While Animal Control was investigating, the owner of the residence arrived at the scene. It was determined that the owner had not checked on the dog and a cat, which was not located,in two weeks but stated that she had someone checking on the animals for her. There was no water or food…
I-95 Crash
10:41pm--#cttraffic #Stratford CT-- A crash on I-95 northbound between exits 31 and 32. The car hit the wall past the right break down lane. Everyone is out of the vehicle. Expect delays.
Stratford EMS Ceremony
#Stratford CT--Saturday the Stratford EMS conducted an Honor Guard Graduation, Remembrance Ceremony plaque dedication,and new ambulance dedication. Graduating was -Volunteer EMT, Lauren Botsford, -Volunteer EMT/Supervisor, Scott Burton. Volunteer EMT, Kevin Callahan - Lt Commander, Volunteer EMT, Tom Hallas, -Volunteer EMT/Supervisor, Chris Mancini - Sergeant-Volunteer EMT, Jeff Shaw. Paramedic, Mike Paoletto (Honor Guard Commander) orchestrated the event with his cadets. Administrator Kevin Giasullo "MC'd" the event. Director Michael Loiz gave the memorial plaque dedication and Mayor John Harkins participated in "jacketing" the new graduates with their new Class-A jacket. There were several local dignitaries present including Rep. Sredzinski, Rep. McGorty and Rep. Hoydick including other regional EMS and Public Safety service chiefs and representation. Both the Stratford Fire Department and Police Department Honor Guards were…
Bridgeport News: Fire Victim Donation Pick Up
The Shipyard located at 837 Seaview Avenue will accept all Charles Street and Frenchtown Road Fire Victim families to collect clothing and furnishings through Sunday, January 10, 2016 from 10am to 1pm. After the needs of the victims and their families are met, City of Bridgeport Mayor’s office will hold a Citywide Community Outreach distribution of remaining items on Saturday, January 16, 2015 from 10am to 1pm at the Shipyard. [caption id="attachment_45286" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Charles Street Fire remains photographed Friday, January 8th.[/caption]
Bridgeport News: Peking Restaurant Robbed…..Again
10:40pm--The Peking Restaurant at 245 Wade Street was reported robbed by two males, one masked. The fled on foot towards Laurel Avenue.