Month: March 2025

Bridgeport Man Arrested with Stolen Firearm and Juveniles in Vehicle

Bridgeport, CT – On February 26, 2025, Officer Fischetti conducted a motor vehicle stop after observing multiple violations. The driver, identified as 32-year-old Andre J. Lewison of Bridgeport, was accompanied by three juveniles. During the stop, officers discovered a loaded black Stoeger STR-9C handgun with a laser inside the vehicle. The firearm, which was later determined to be stolen out of North Carolina, contained a 13-round magazine with 13 live 9mm rounds. Lewison was charged with failure to display plates and having tinted auto glass. He was also charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, weapons in a motor vehicle, stealing a firearm, illegal possession of a large-capacity firearm, and illegal alteration of firearm indents. Additionally, he was charged…

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Bridgeport News: Commercial Burglary

A commercial burglary occurred at the 1600 block of East Main Street in Bridgeport. There are no further details at this time. Keep your house safe with the Eufy Security SoloCam S340! it’s what we personally recommend and use in our business! Amazon Associate Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. When you shop through our Amazon affiliate links, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Your support helps us continue providing free, local breaking news to the Greater Bridgeport area. Every purchase made through our links directly contributes to keeping DoingItLocal running. Thank you for helping us serve the community!

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Jason Perillo Sworn in as a State Senator of Connecticut’s 21st District

HARTFORD, CT – Today, State Senator Jason Perillo (R-Shelton) was sworn in at the State Capitol following his victory in this month's special election. Senator Perillo now represents Connecticut’s 21st Senate District, which includes the towns of Shelton, Stratford, Seymour, and Monroe. "I am incredibly honored and humbled to have earned the trust of the voters in the 21st Senate District. It has been a privilege to serve as the State Representative for Shelton for over 18 years, and now in the role of State Senator. I am ready to continue fighting for the hardworking residents of the 21st district", said Sen. Perillo. Sen. Perillo served as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives, where he was appointed Deputy…

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