Route 8 Crash
2022-12-03@11:11am--#Derby CT--#cttraffic-- A crash on Route 8 southbound 1 mile from exit 15. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Car Window Smashed
2022-12-02@8:57pm--#Fairfield CT-- A car parked at the Sportsplex at 85 Mill Plain Road had its window smashed in and a purse taken. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: TikTok Incident
#Fairfield CT-- On Thursday December 1, Fairfield Police received information from school officials at Tomlinson Middle School about concerning TikTok videos being circulated among students. Fairfield Police School Safety Officers were immediately notified and conducted an investigation. A juvenile male student who created the video was quickly identified and assessed by the school safety team and school faculty. The School Safety Division, along with the Fairfield Police Detective Bureau, have thoroughly investigated the facts and circumstances surrounding the videos and the juvenile, and determined there was no credible threat. As a result of the investigation, a 14-year-old male juvenile was charged with Breach of Peace for the alarm caused by his social media posts. He is scheduled to appear in…
SHORT-TERM CUSTOMER RELIEF PLAN TO REDUCE THE COST OF ENERGY SUPPLY PRICES
Public-Private Partnership Identifies Ways To Help Lower Winter Energy Prices, From Electricity to Gasoline (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont announced that in response to calls from his administration and other Connecticut state officials – including the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and the Office of Consumer Counsel – to do more for customers in the state amid historically high electric prices, utility companies Eversource and United Illuminating (UI) have agreed to work with state leaders on a short-term/interim Customer Relief Plan to provide immediate relief to electric customers this winter. Connecticut state leaders have emphasized the importance of acting quickly and advancing options to reduce bill impacts for low and middle-income customers who are struggling to pay…
Mill River Bridge Stuck Open
2022-12-02@1:34pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Fire radio traffic reporting the Mill River Bridge is stuck in the open position. This news report is made possible by:
Milford News: Multiple Charges
#Milford CT--On November 29, 2022, officers responded to a motor vehicle accident. The victim was following behind the offending vehicle, who had not stopped after the accident. The vehicle eventually stopped in the lot of 1061 Boston Post Road. When officers approached the vehicle, both the driver and passenger were passed out sleeping. After a significant effort to wake the males, they finally regained consciousness. After an investigation, it was determined that the driver, Didier Salas, was intoxicated. He struggled with officers when they were attempting to detain him. After a significant struggle, he was handcuffed and placed under the arrest. He was charged with: Driving Under the Influence Evading Responsibility Driving in the Right Lane Operating with a Suspended…
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG ANNOUNCES MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH CARMAX OVER THE DISCLOSURE OF SAFETY RECALLS
(Hartford, CT) -- Attorney General William Tong today announced a $1 million multistate settlement with CarMax Auto Superstores, Inc. and 35 attorneys general that will require CarMax to disclose open, unrepaired recalls related to the safety of its used vehicles. Connecticut will receive a payment of $20,589.46 through the settlement to support consumer protection enforcement. A multistate investigation found that CarMax advertised that its cars underwent “safety” inspections, but did not ensure safety-related recall services were complete before selling a vehicle. The settlement forces CarMax to provide written disclosures both in writing and on the vehicle itself of any open recalls, and information on how to check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website to confirm any recalls. Further, CarMax…
Bridgeport Police Chief Sworn In
#Bridgeport CT-- Roderick Porter was sworn in as the Chief Of Police for the city of Bridgeport. In his acceptance speech, Porter said tomorrow he will meet with his command staff to discuss getting back and collaborating with the public. Porter said when the police respond to calls they are here to serve the public. He said every one of his officers should be respectful, empathetic, and sympathetic to whatever your needs are and he won't tolerate anything other than that. https://youtu.be/YVFBai0_iu4
Bridgeport News: 2 Alarm Fire
Structure fire at 2180 Seaview Ave. Upon arrival, BFD reported a fire on all floors of 3 story multi-family dwelling. All occupants are out of the building and being evaluated by EMS. No report of serious injuries at this time. 9 adults were displaced. Red Cross contacted 2022-12-01@4:39pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #ctfire-- Firefighters battled a two-alarm fire at Sheridan and Boston Avenue. Special thanks to all the viewers who sent in photos and videos while I was at Chief Porter's swearing-in ceremony. Some of our best reports come from viewer videos because you are often first on the scene! I will share more info on this fire when the details become available. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/-M8mmwU3uEw
Merritt Crash
2022-12-01@Westport CT-- #cttraffic--#Norwalk CT-- A crash on the Merritt Parkway southbound just before exit 40. This news report is made possible by: