Bridgeport News: Motorcycle Crash
Report of an accident between a car and a motorcycle at the 1100 block of State Street in Bridgeport. Initial reports are reporting it is a possible fatal accident, but there is nothing confirmed at this time.
Bridgeport News: Officer Involved Shooting
On October 5, 2024, Bridgeport Police were dispatched to the 100 block of Terry Place following reports of an emotionally disturbed person. Upon arrival, officers encountered a male suspect who brandished a knife, leading to an officer-involved shooting. The suspect, identified as 45-year-old Huntley Jackson of Bridgeport, CT, was transported to Saint Vincent’s Hospital and is currently listed in critical condition. He is under arrest for Criminal Attempt - Murder, Assault in the 1st Degree, Assault on a Public Safety Officer, Threatening in the 2nd Degree, Interfering/Resisting Arrest, and Carrying a Dangerous Weapon, with a bond set at $1 million. One of the primary responding officers was assaulted and stabbed by the suspect in the shoulder, neck, and head. The…
Man Shot
Unconfirmed radio reports of a man in his 40s shot in the chest in an apartment on Orchard Street. There are no other details. 2024-10-05@1:11am--#Bridgeport CT
The City of Bridgeport Announces 2024 Citywide Milling & Paving
Bridgeport, CT – The City of Bridgeport has announced that the Department of Public Facilities will begin milling and road paving throughout the City beginning Monday, October 7, 2024. Milling and paving will begin in the 139th District and will continue throughout various neighborhoods, finishing in the 136th District. Please note, “milling” is the process of grinding and removing the current top layer of pavement. Drivers are advised to use caution during the milling process. During this time, drivers are advised of the following: Adhere to “No Parking” signs: all areas will be enforced 24 hours ahead of paving; cars will be towed if interruption to paving occurs. Follow any “Detour” signs: drivers may need additional time to reach your destination so please…
Stolen Car Pursuit Ends in Crash, Two Arrested
A vehicle pursuit and arrest followed a stolen car incident this morning. At around 9:30 AM, a Wilton Police vehicle was struck by a stolen grey Mazda occupied by two men, which fled toward the Merritt Parkway. The Mazda had been stolen at gunpoint in Bridgeport on September 26. Fairfield Police spotted the Mazda shortly after, and a pursuit ensued when the driver accelerated. The vehicle exited at Exit 51, where officers tried to deploy tire deflation devices, but the driver re-entered the Merritt Parkway, driving in the wrong direction. At 9:47 AM, the stolen vehicle collided with another vehicle carrying five occupants. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported. The two suspects fled on foot. One, identified as 21-year-old Elijah…
Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck
Report of a pedestrian struck on Hancock Avenue near Fairfield Avenue.First responders are on scene, with one person in an ambulance. There is no further information at this time. https://youtu.be/atlgVCmiNyQ
Knife Threat
A disturbing incident occurred near Unquowa Road and Papermill Lane, where multiple witnesses reported a boy attempted to stab two other boys. Video footage provided by bystanders supports these claims. No one was injured. Fairfield Police have investigated the matter; further details are expected as the situation develops. 2024-10-03@7:11pm--#Fairfield CT
Bridgeport News: Four Charged In Illegal Street Takeover
https://youtu.be/5cubmYDqPe8 On September 29, 2024, at approximately two minutes after midnight, the midnight patrol shift responded to the entrance of the shopping center located at 200 East Main Street, on report of an illegal street takeover. Patrol units arrived on-scene to find several hundred vehicles and a fully involved illegal street takeover in progress.In the process of dispersing the large gathering of vehicles and pedestrian observers, patrol officers managed to arrest four persons for taking part in the illegal street takeover. Carlos Sanchez Hernandez (July 16, 2004) was charged with Breach of Peace and issued an October 16, 2024 court date. He was released after posting a $2,500.00 bond. Mailin Perez (September 12, 2005) was charged with Breach of Peace,…
Person Shot
A person was shot at Bank and Main Street according to UNCONFIRMED radio reports. Additional details are not yet available. 2024-10-02@6:06pm--#Bridgeport CT
Bridgeport DPW Worker Injured
According to unconfirmed radio reports, a Bridgeport Department of Public Works employee was injured from a fall while working on the Route 8/25 Lindley Street ramp. 2024-10-01@11:52am--#Bridgeport CT