Shots Fired
I've received a number of texts from viewers of a large number of shots fired on the East Side near Noble/Kossuth/Jane Street area. So far no reports of anyone hit. 2024-10-31@11:40pm--#Bridgeport CT
Westport Police Arrest Suspect in Lux Bond & Green Smash-and-Grab Larceny
Joshua DeJesus, 25, of Bridgeport, was arrested by Westport police on October 30, 2024, on an outstanding warrant linked to a smash-and-grab larceny at Lux Bond & Green on May 9, 2024. DeJesus was charged with Conspiracy to Commit Criminal Mischief in the First Degree, Larceny in the First Degree, and Conspiracy to Commit Larceny in the First Degree, and held on a $250,000 bond; he was transported to Stamford Superior Court for arraignment on October 31, 2024.
Swatting Incident Reported at St. Joseph High School
On October 30, 2024, the Police Department responded to a suspected swatting call at St. Joseph High School, where a report claimed a man was seen outside with a gun. As a precaution, the school was placed on lockdown, and officers conducted a thorough search of the area and facility. Following their investigation, police confirmed there was no immediate threat to students or the public, and no individual matching the description was located. The Police Department advises the public to stay informed and avoid the area during such incidents to allow emergency services to complete necessary safety checks.
City Vehicle Stolen, Arrest Made
On October 21, 2024, Norwalk Police learned that a vehicle stolen from Norwalk was recovered in New Haven. Detectives identified the recovered 2010 Ford Crown Victoria as belonging to the Norwalk Engineering Department, last driven on October 10 and observed at City Hall on that date. On October 19, it was reportedly used in a "Street Take Over." Detectives gathered evidence and obtained an arrest warrant, leading to the October 26 arrest of a 17-year-old juvenile, who was taken into custody without incident and sent to Juvenile Detention in Bridgeport. The arrested individual is a 17-year-old juvenile taken into custody on October 26, 2024. The charges include Larceny of a Motor Vehicle and Criminal Mischief in the First Degree. Anyone…
I-95 Crash
A crash between a tractor-trailer and a car on I-95 northbound near exit 38. No word on any injuries. Expect delays. 2024-10-30@8:35pm--#Milford CT #cttraffic
Milford News: Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's Vehicle Fire is on I-95 off of Exit 36 Northbound in Milford.
Bridgeport Police Update on University of Bridgeport Shooting Incident
https://youtu.be/HN-vhXctCwA BRIDGEPORT, CT – Bridgeport Police have provided an update on Tuesday evening’s shooting incident at the University of Bridgeport. A man, who is not affiliated with the university, sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound in a campus dining hall, reportedly following a personal dispute. The identified person of interest, 18-year-old Dylan Cruz-Tillery of Queens, New York, has not yet been located. Bridgeport Police are coordinating with the NYPD’s 105th Precinct to find him. The police responded quickly on-site and collaborated with university officials to secure the area and initiate a lockdown for campus safety. An increased law enforcement presence on campus has been arranged, including a UB-1 patrol vehicle stationed overnight, which played a role in the prompt response. Police…
Stratford Celebrates the 4-Year Anniversary of the Stratford Food Center
https://youtu.be/ntiOQt8Ogt0 Stratford, CT – On October 29th, Mayor Laura R. Hoydick and Stratford residents joined Osiris Espinal, owner of the Stratford Food Center, to celebrate the four-year anniversary of this beloved neighborhood market. Located at 11 Woodend Road, the Stratford Food Center has become a premier destination for fresh, in-house dishes and quality produce, building a reputation as a true community staple. Since Osiris took ownership in October 2020, amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the market has thrived as a hub for the community, offering a unique range of grocery items alongside signature, freshly prepared dishes that distinguish it from other stores. Highlights include: Chicken Cranberry and Apple Salad: A deli-style chicken salad made fresh in-house, with a…
Man Hit By Train
A man was hit by a train at the Black Rock Train Station (aka Metro) and firefighters helped extricate him. The events that led to this event and the man's condition are unknown at this time. 2024-10-30@12:20am--#Fairfield CT-- #MTA
Shots Fired At UB
Police confirmed that shots were fired in the dining hall at the University of Bridgeport. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and has been transported to the hospital. Just 24 hours earlier, the University of Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Police Department hosted a "Symposium on Use of Force" at the university.