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Month: September 2024

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Stratford Smoke Shop Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests for Illegal Cannabis Sales

Sep 7, 2024 Alex

During the month of May 2024, The Stratford Narcotics and Vice Unit initiated a criminal investigation of illegal activity at the S & T Smoke Shop located at 562 Honeyspot Road.This Narcotics and Vice Unit’s investigation was in conjunction with several other different agencies.The Bridgeport DEA Task Force, the State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and the State of Connecticut Department of Revenue Services.These agencies participation was instrumental in identifying the criminal activity taking place at the S & T Smoke Shop.This investigation resulted in the arrests of the following individuals. Scott Marsillo has been charged with Sale of a Controlled Non-Narcotic Substance. He was released after posting…

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Fairfield Health Department Offers a Variety of Vaccinations This Cold and Flu Season

Sep 7, 2024 Alex

Fairfield Health Department to Hold Various Vaccination Clinics FAIRFIELD, Connecticut (September 5, 2024) – The Fairfield Health Department is urging all residents to receive the flu vaccine. The single best way to protect yourself and those around you from the flu is to get vaccinated. It is recommended that everyone over the age of 6 months receive the flu vaccine every year. It takes about 2 weeks after receiving the flu vaccine for the body to develop protection against the flu virus, so now is a good time to get vaccinated. The Health Department will host a variety of flu clinics this season for adults and children age 3 and older. These clinics will be held on the following dates:…

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Motorcycle Crash Leads to Arrest: Stolen Bike, Unregistered Gun Found with Distracted Rider

Sep 6, 2024 Alex

https://youtu.be/w15jl6Okpqs On September 1, 2024 at 3:14 A.M., the Ansonia Police Department investigated a single vehicle accident involving a motorcycle on Division Street near Wakelee Avenue. Officers identified Marcise Glover, age 44, of Ansonia as the operator of the motorcycle. Glover told officers he was riding on Division Street when he received a phone call and when he looked at his phone he lost control of the motorcycle and crashed. The motorcycle was reported stolen from Shelton and a 9mm handgun with no serial number was located in the backpack Glover was carrying. Additionally, a 9mm round was located in the pant’s pocket of Glover. Marcise Glover was arrested and charged with the following; Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, Criminal…

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Milford

Milford News: Threatening Incident Leads to Arrest

Sep 6, 2024 Alex

On September 2, 2024, at approximately 4:00 a.m., Milford Police responded to a report of threatening behavior involving a shotgun at the Red Roof Inn located at 10 Rowe Avenue. The investigation led to the arrest of 34-year-old Jason Jacobs, who is charged with breach of peace, threatening in the first degree, risk of injury, and carrying dangerous weapons. Jacobs was also found to have weapons in his vehicle. The incident occurred in the presence of two children. Jacobs is scheduled to appear in court on September 30, 2024, with a bond set at $50,000.

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Ansonia News: Correction from the Ansonia Police

Sep 6, 2024 Alex

There have been incorrect postings on social media and the internet regarding an investigation into the possession of a weapon in Ansonia. The incident did not occur at the Ansonia Middle School or any other school in Ansonia, it happened the previous night, Wednesday September 4, 2024, but was not reported until yesterday, September 5, 2024, at about 1:20 P.M.. The incident was reported to the Ansonia Police Department by the Ansonia Middle School Administration immediately after they were advised of the incident by a student. At no point during the investigation was there any verified threat made regarding a shooting at any of our schools nor was there any verified threat to shoot any person. Based on the investigation…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: 4 AM fire at Don Raphael

Sep 6, 2024 Alex

The Bridgeport Fire Department was dispatched to the Don Raphael Restaurant at 256 Oak Street at approximately 4:30 am for a fire in a commercial building. Fire units arrived on scene to find smoke and fire visible from the building at which time an aggressive interior fire attack was conducted. This was placed under control at 5:19 am and no injuries were reported. The Fire Marshall’s office is investigating.

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Norwalk

Norwalk News: Oyster Festival

Sep 6, 2024 Alex

The annual Norwalk Seaport Association Oyster Festival starts Friday September 6, 2024, and runs through Sunday September 8, 2024. Motorists should expect delays in lower East Norwalk as well as South Norwalk due to festival traffic.Seaview Avenue will be closed from Fort Point Street to East Avenue during the festival operating hours. East Avenue between Seaview Avenue and Van Zant Street will be one-way for northbound traffic only from Friday at 4:00pm through Sunday at 9:00pm.

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Fairfield

Elicit Brewing Company Celebrates Grand Opening of New Location in Fairfield

Sep 6, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/DaweFiV60jc Fairfield, CT – Elicit Brewing Company has officially opened the doors of its newest location in Fairfield, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony that welcomed local officials and the community. Situated in the vibrant Black Rock neighborhood, this new venue promises to be a cornerstone of entertainment and social life in the area. Elicit Brewing Company, originally rooted in the restaurant industry, has taken its successful brewery concept to the next level with this second location. Combining the best aspects of its original space, the Fairfield venue offers an expansive experience, including a beer hall, cocktail bar, lounge, game room, and restaurant serving food made entirely from scratch. With a mix of in-house brews, cocktails, and a curated selection of beverages…

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Bridgeport

Threatening Roommate Arrested: Convicted Felon Found with Two Handguns

Sep 5, 2024 Alex

On August 31, 2024, at approximately 3:52 AM, dispatch received a call about a threatening incident involving a firearm at 175 Helen St. The suspect, later identified as Willie Tyron Johnson, was reported to be chasing his roommates down the street while making threats with a firearm. Officers were quickly provided with a description of Johnson and his direction of travel, leading to his swift arrest by patrol officers. An investigation began immediately to find additional evidence. Johnson was subleasing a room at the address where the incident occurred. Since the firearm was not found on Johnson during his initial arrest, officers applied for a risk search warrant to locate it. The judge approved the warrant based on the facts…

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Bridgeport

Union Solidarity

Sep 5, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Today the Bridgeport Teacher's Union met at Fairfield Woods Middle School in Fairfield for a closed all-member union meeting. Jeff Morrissey is the president of the Bridgeport Education Association (BEA), the union that represents the teachers in Bridgeport Public Schools told us that the meeting will address recent changes and listening to member's concerns.

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