Odor Of Burning At The Bank
Bridgeport Firefighters are on the scene at Chase Bank, 123 Boston Avenue, for an odor of electrical burning in the ceiling, according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2025-03-27@10:01am--#Bridgeport CT
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Bust in Greenfield Drive
On March 20, 2025, K9 Officer J. Albani and Officer N. Heis stopped a vehicle on Greenfield Drive for motor vehicle violations and suspicious activity. The driver, Marcus Acosta (28) of Meriden, was handing over his documentation when officers noticed a large amount of marijuana and packaging materials in the backseat. Acosta was taken into custody without incident, and a search of the vehicle uncovered 18.4 lbs. of marijuana, $3,954 in cash, and two cell phones. Acosta was charged with operating a drug factory (21a-277(c)) and possession with intent to sell over 1kg of cannabis (21a-278(b(1D))* with bond set at $250,000. He was also issued an infraction for illegal tinted windows (14-99g(g)).
Vape Shop Arrest in Norwalk
Norwalk Police raided R & R Smoke Shop and Convenience at 213 Main St. on March 18, 2025, marking the third time in four months the shop has been targeted. Officers seized 17.319 pounds of cannabis and $749 in cash as evidence. Abdias Joel Feliz-Garcia, 27, of New Haven, was arrested and charged with possession with intent to sell over 1 kilogram of cannabis, sale of over 1 kilogram of cannabis, and possession of drug paraphernalia. He faces an additional charge of cannabis sales from a separate incident, bringing his total bond to $110,000. Anyone with information can contact the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111 or submit anonymous tips online at www.norwalkpd.com or via text by sending “NORWALKPD” followed…
2025 Longshore Golf Course Opening
Westport, CT – Parks and Recreation Director Erik Barbieri is pleased to announce that Longshore Golf Course is set to open for the 2025 season this Friday, March 28. “We are very excited to get Longshore open for the 2025 season and want to invite golfers of every level to come and enjoy the beautifully manicured 18 holes that comprise this gem of the Westport parks system. Our Head Golf Professional Jon Janik and our Golf Course Superintendent Sean Charles have been working hard to make sure the pro shop, staff, and course are ready for this new season.” For golf course information, advanced and same day tee time bookings go to www.longshoregolfcourse.com. Please note the Pro Shop phone number is (203)…
I-95 Crash
A minor two-car crash in the high-speed lane of I-95 just past exit 25 southbound has traffic backing up, but it's not worth detouring for. 2025-03-26@9:32am--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic
Pedestrian Struck
Report of a pedestrian being struck on Commerce Drive near Dewy Street. It appeared the driver stopped and the pedestrian was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. 2025-03-25@9:31am-- #Bridgeport CT
Possible School Break-In
Derby Police are investigating a possible break-in at St. Michael's School at 78 Derby Avenue according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2025-03-25@8:08am--#Derby CT
Faulty Elevator Wires
Bridgeport Firefighters were called for a report of fire/smoke at Greene Homes building 5. Firefighters discovered faulty wiring with the elevator. Firefighters report a tech is now on the scene making repairs. 2025-03-24@9:46pm--#Bridgeport CT
Old Road/Wakeman Lane Bridge Replacement Project
Traffic Detours April 1 through November 30 Westport, CT - Town Engineer Keith Wilberg has announced that the project to replace the Old Road Bridge over Sasco Creek at the Westport/Fairfield Town Line begins soon. The road is Wakeman Lane in Fairfield. The scheduled closing date of the roadway is on or about Tuesday, April 1, and is expected to continue through November 30. Local traffic will be directed through the designated detour route – Old Road to Bulkley Avenue North to Post Road East to Hulls Highway to Wakeman Lane, or the reverse, as necessary. Proper road signage will be in place prior to the road closure date. Local residents on Old Road and Grist Mill Lane will have…
Bridgeport Police Investigate Union Avenue Shooting That Injured 14-Year-Old
Bridgeport police are investigating a shooting that injured a 14-year-old boy on Saturday evening. At approximately 5:10 p.m. on March 22, ShotSpotter detected gunfire in the 700 block of Union Avenue. Around 5:40 p.m., the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center was notified that a teen had arrived at Bridgeport Hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was transported to the hospital in a private vehicle, which was later abandoned on Mill Hill Avenue. Officers secured evidence at both locations, and the Detective Bureau’s Crime Gun Intelligence Team is actively working leads. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Matthew Goncalves at 203-581-5240 or leave an anonymous tip at 203-576-TIPS.