Bridgeport News: Porch Fire
11:39pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters were called to a porch fire on Gregory Street which was out on fire's arrival. But at least you know what all the noise is about. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Police Break Up Fight
11:11pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police break up a street fight at Washington Avenue and Coleman Street. Police have one person in custody and are looking for a heavy set male in shorts who ran down Coleman Street. One person is bleeding pretty bad according to radio reports. EMS on the way. This news report is made possible by:
Crashes
6:40pm--#Bridgeport CT #Trumbull CT-- A crash at the Bridgeport/Trumbull line with injuries at Huntington Road and Intervale/Penny Avenue. Another crash at Dover and Boston Avenue near Yankee Discount Muffler. One of the drivers is attempting to flee the scene. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Bicyclist Hits Head
5:29pm--#Fairfield CT-- A bicyclist has fallen and hit his head at Lake Mohegan at 80 Morehouse Highway, near the main parking lot. First responders on the way. This news report is made possible by: This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Victim Fends Off Robber
5:15pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A man fended off a strong armed robbery from two males in their teens on Cornell Street. The suspects said they had a gun but none was shown. They fled on foot on Bretton Street. This news report is made possible by:
Stratford News: Murder Investigation
On 08-13- 2017 shortly after midnight a shooting occurred on the street in front of 1854 North Avenue. The shooting followed what appeared to be a verbal argument. One 27 year old female victim was pronounced dead at Bridgeport Hospital. A 24 year old male victim is listed as critical as the result of a gun shot wound. The incident is still under investigation and police are trying to identify the shooter(s). The shooting is an isolated incident and there is nor further danger at the scene. North Avenue was closed for several hours as a result of the shooting and subsequent investigation. If anyone has information please contact the Stratford Police Investigative Division at 203-385- 4119, 4120 or 4123.…
Bridgeport News: 3 Unresponsive People In Abandoned House
1:57pm--#Bridgeport CT-- First responders are at an abandoned home at Brooks and Arctic Street for three unresponsive people. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Downed Light Pole And Power Lines
1:37pm--#Bridgeport CT-- First responders and UI are at Seaview and Stratford Avenue where there is a down light pole and power lines. Avoid this busy area if you can! This news report is made possible by:
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4:18pm--Firefighters were called to the old Stratfield Market at 1280 Stratfield Road for a fire in the back of the building. Assistant Fire Chief George Gomola said when they arrived they found smoke coming from the second-floor windows. What they found was a fire in the trash compactor that extended into the structure. Firefighters quickly had the fire contained and were putting out hot spots when I arrived. EMS from AMR provided a rehab for the firefighters. The chief said he did not suspect the fire to be suspicious since recently being purchased by a new owner. The fire marshal was called to the scene to investigate. Firefighters from Westport and Bridgeport provided mutual aid covering the empty Fairfield fire…