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First responders are investigating the cause of a crash in the 1100 block of Howard Avenue near Maplewood Avenue. The car crashed into a fence and stopped after hitting the Grace and Mercy Deliverance Outreach leaving minor damage to the exterior of the building. One fire hydrant was taken out and the driver was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. 2025-01-25@4:24pm--#Bridgeport CT
Bridgeport firefighters responded to an apartment fire at the Seabreeze Apartments, located at 223 Iranistan Avenue, earlier today. According to unconfirmed radio reports, firefighters forced entry into the unit and quickly extinguished the flames using a portable tank of water. The fire was successfully contained to the kitchen and living room area, preventing further damage to the building. The fire marshal has been called to the scene to investigate the cause of the blaze. No information about injuries or displaced residents was immediately available. 2025-01-23@9:42pm--#Bridgeport CT
On Tuesday, January 22, 2025, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Bridgeport Animal Control officers responded to a disturbing report near the intersection of Newfield Avenue and Orange Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered two plastic bags containing the frozen remains of three deceased puppies. The puppies, believed to be newborns between one and five days old at the time of their death, were found in tragic conditions. Authorities are now awaiting necropsy results to determine additional details about their deaths. Bridgeport Animal Control and local police have launched an investigation and are seeking the public's assistance to identify those responsible for this act of animal cruelty. Desmond's Army Animal Advocates, a prominent animal rights organization, is offering a reward for information leading…
https://youtu.be/JgNLBBIzu68 Report of a car that struck a house near the intersection of Eaton Street and Norman Street in Bridgeport. Unknown if there are any injuries at this time.
https://youtu.be/4OFK0xvf4h8 Police are investigating a rollover crash that occurred on North Benson Road by Wakeman Road. It seems to be a one car crash, and the driver was not present when first responders arrived. A crime scene has been set up on North Benson Road between Elm Street and Noyes Road, and is currently impassable to traffic. There is no further information at this time.
Bridgeport Firefighters responded to a building that's partially occupied and has been converted into apartments in the 800 block of Main Street. There was a fire in the plumbing system that extended into a fourth-floor apartment. Crews encountered heavy smoke in the unit but managed to extinguish the fire, which was located beneath the bathtub. They had to break through the tile and open up the area to fully address the issue.
The operator was able to safely exit the excavator he was operating tipped at the Citgo Station in the 600 block of East Main Street. There were no reported injuries. 2025-01-22@2:22pm #Bridgeport CT
Report of a multi-car crash with injuries on the Merritt Parkway northbound between exits 44 and 46, closer to the Black Rock Turnpike area. 2025-01- 21@7:22pm--#Fairfield CT -- #cttraffic
Bridgeport, CT – January 21, 2025 – In response to growing concerns about potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions, Bridgeport Public Schools is reaffirming its commitment to protecting the safety and privacy of all students and families. During the Board of Education meeting on Monday, January 13, 2025, Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery emphasized that the district’s immigration enforcement guidelines are in full effect and are designed to safeguard students, regardless of their immigration status. Key Guidelines and Protocols: Visitor Protocol: All visitors must report to the main office, present valid identification, and state a legitimate purpose for their visit. Unauthorized individuals will be denied access. Immigration Enforcement Restrictions: Federal immigration activities are strictly prohibited on school property, transportation…
During the week of January 13, 2025, the Norwalk Police Department's Special Services Division, in collaboration with the State of Connecticut Drug Control Division, conducted operations at three smoke shops in Norwalk as part of an ongoing investigation into unlicensed cannabis sales and the distribution of products containing THC levels exceeding legal limits. Authorities have also been addressing numerous complaints of vape and tobacco sales to minors, illegal marijuana sales, and the distribution of high-THC products, including edibles. The investigation led to arrests at the following locations: At Sono One Stop on 83 Washington Street, police arrested 45-year-old Mohamed Ali Zaiden of North Main Street, Norwalk, on January 15. Zaiden faces multiple charges, including illegal sale and manufacture of cannabis…