I-95 Woes
2023-07-24 I-95 Woes A paver truck that fell off a trailer overnight during construction still continues to cause delays on I-95 this afternoon.
Bridgeport News: Motorcyclist Injured
2023-07-22@10:19pm-- Report of a motorcyclist injured in a crash on Rennell Street.
Bridgeport News: Crash
2023-07-22@9:36pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Crash Knocks Out PowerA one-car crash on Brewster Avenue knocked power out in the area. Special thanks to the two viewers who sent the photos in.
Norwalk News: Fatal Accident – Witnesses Sought
#Norwalk CT-- On July 21, 2023, at 9:58 p.m. Norwalk Combined Dispatch received reports of an accident involving a car and a moped at the intersection of Maple Street and Van Buren Avenue. Norwalk Police Officers responded to the scene and located two vehicles, a moped and an Infiniti SUV. The operator of the moped was transported to Norwalk Hospital with significant injuries and was later pronounced deceased at Norwalk Hospital. The operator of the second vehicle remained on scene and is cooperating with investigators. Any persons that witnessed the accident or have any information about the incident is asked to contact the lead investigator, Officer Taylor Equi, by calling 203-854-3035, or by email at tequi@norwalkct.gov. Anonymous tips can be…
Fairfield News: Grant To Help Remediate Contaminated Site
Sen. Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield) today applauded the announcement of a $3,000,000 state grant to remediate the vacant 4.9-acre, former Bullard Machine Tool Company site at 81 Black Rock Turnpike. This project will enable a transit-oriented development/mixed-use development that will include 240 residential units (including 20% affordable at 80% area median income), ancillary retail, co-working, and public amenity space. “Cleaning up this site and putting it to productive use is a win-win situation for Fairfield,” Sen. Hwang said. “This project is good for the environment, it will create jobs, and it will create new and affordable housing with an emphasis on transit-oriented development. This is a significant grant award, and we appreciate the governor’s attention to Fairfield.” The funds come from…
Bridgeport News: Teen Shot
On July 20, 2023, at approximately 8:05 pm a ShotSpotter activation occurred within the 500 block of Trumbull Avenue (9 rounds fired - BPD CFS 23-58860). A short time later a 16-year-old Stratford teen presented at an area hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. This is reported to be a non-life-threatening injury. The victim was transported to the hospital via private vehicle. The victim’s parent/guardian has been notified and responded to the hospital. No further information at this time. Anyone with information about this crime is requested to contact the Detective Bureau, Detective Todd Toth, at 203-581-5203. Citizens can also utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS
Bridgeport Police Academy Agility Test
#Bridgeport CT-- Bridgeport Police Training Academy held their physical agility test at Harding High School and invited potential candidates to watch and have any questions they might have answered. Over 60 showed up and looked to advance their careers with Bridgeport Police Department. Applications for the position of Bridgeport Police Training Recruit are only available after the announcement of the scheduled written examination. Interested candidates can go to PoliceApp.com and apply here- https://www.policeapp.com/Entry-Level-Bridgeport-CT-Police-Officer-Jobs/4643/ https://youtu.be/_4eXtKAWxao
Today’s Vehicle Fire
2023-07-20@1:31pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Today's vehicle fire was on Water Street near the train station. The operator of the vehicle was being treated for unknown injuries.
Norwalk News: 2 Arrested In Home Invasion
On the morning of July 12, 2023, two Norwalk residents were taken into custody following their involvement in several cases of burglary, robbery, and home invasion. On May 22, 2023, a residence on Lexington Avenue was burglarized, cash was taken, and a television and other items were damaged. A report was filed with the Norwalk Police Department on the following day. On May 24, 2023, a home invasion occurred at the same address and was reported to investigators the next day. During this incident, two men entered the residence, and cash was taken at gunpoint, as well as a jacket. Detective Nyquist assumed the investigation of both incidents and worked quickly to develop leads and identify suspects. On July 8,…
Norwalk News: Nicotine Fit
Gas Station Robbery Arrests Norwalk Police Officers locate and arrest a robbery suspect within 30 minutes of receiving the 911 call for help. On July 18, 2023, at approximately 8:24 p.m., Norwalk Police Department Combined Dispatch received a call advising that a black male had just entered a gas station on Connecticut Avenue displaying a knife, demanded cigarettes and a lighter, then left the store on foot. Norwalk Police Officers discovered that there were unlocked doors in a commercial building nearby, prompting a check within. Officers quickly discovered suspect Sean Hassan Jarrett, who was immediately taken into custody. Witnesses to the robbery confirmed that Jarrett was the individual seen in the gas station. Jarrett was transported to Norwalk Police Department…