Bridgeport News: Crash!
Report of a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Fairfield ave and Albion Street with multiple injuries reported.
Stratford Structure Fire
Fire department UPDATE: At approximately 2058 hours on Thursday September 26,2024 the Stratford Communication Center received notification from on duty Stratford Fire personnel returning from nighttime marine training ,of a large volume of smoke emitting from the front door at the above mentioned address. While the responding firefighters were enroute to the location, Stratford Firefighters entered the residence and evacuated the occupants still in the residence with the fire alarm sounding. This report summoned a residential structure fire assignment consisting of all on duty fire apparatus under the direction of Assistant Chief Michael Camperlengo for a total of 22 firefighters in addition to the four firefighters who entered the residential boarding home. Upon arrival of the first due apparatus ,crews…
The Wall That Heals Returns to Bridgeport
https://youtu.be/dpFFBYvEuns The traveling three-fourths-sized replica of the Washington DC Vietnam War monument is now on display at Veterans Memorial Park, 4450 Park Avenue in Bridgeport, CT. Bridgeport from 9/26 - 9/29. The wall will be open to the public 24 hours a day and everyone is invited to attend. The Wall is being hosted by the Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans, 69 Brewster Street, Bridgeport, CT More information is available at https://www.vietnamvetswall.com/about-the-wall
Bridgeport News: Double Header Accident
Report of two accidents, one at the intersection of Pine Street and Fairfield Avenue. Another accident occurred on State Street and Seeley Avenue. There is no further information at this time.
Fire Department Hosts Annual Promotion & Swearing-In Ceremony at Klein Memorial
https://youtu.be/8kbJcCzkGyQ The Fire Department held its Annual Promotion of Rank & Swearing-In Ceremony at the Klein Memorial on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. The event, which began at 5:30 PM, celebrated the promotion of 36 department members, advancing through the ranks of Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, Assistant Chief, Captain, Lieutenant, Pumper Engineer, and Fire Inspector. Each was formally sworn in during the ceremony. In addition to the promotions, 15 firefighter recruits from Class 02-2023 were officially sworn in after successfully completing their 1-year probationary period, marking a significant milestone in their careers. Family, friends, and fellow firefighters gathered to celebrate the honorees as they continue to serve and protect the community.
Illegal revolver removed from streets following arrest
On September 23, 2024, officers on Harral Avenue encountered Dantaye Francis, who was found in possession of a loaded revolver without a permit. Francis was arrested and charged with illegal transfer/purchase of a revolver and carrying a pistol without a permit. His bond was set at $5,000.
Serious Domestic Assault
Bridgeport Police are investigating a domestic incident at Capitol and Main Street. The suspect jumped out a window but police have him in custody. Viewers told us St. Vincent's Hospital was locked down as a result. 2024-09-25@10:21am--#Bridgeport CT
THE WALL THAT HEALS
https://youtu.be/SVO1jb3_n0g THE WALL THAT HEALS AND MOBILE EDUCATION CENTER left Sherwood Island in Westport at noon and proceeded north on Route 1 to Fairfield making a brief stop at the intersection of Post Road and S. Benson Road. The Wall That Heals will be displayed at Veterans Memorial Park, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport from 9/26 - 9/29. The wall will be open to the public 24 hours a day and everyone is invited to attend. The Wall is hosted by the Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans, 69 Brewster Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605. 203 576 9366. More information is available at https://www.vietnamvetswall.com/about-the-wall
Stabbing
Police said in a statement: "At 9:01 am Bridgeport ECC received a call of an assault with a dangerous weapon in the 2050 block of East Main St. Two co-workers got into an altercation and stabbed each other. One party was transported to the hospital with a stab wound to the chest with non-life-threatening injuries. One party was stabbed in the arm. No further at this time."
Bridgeport Schools Return After Threats
https://youtu.be/6YCNgqt5Lgs Many viewers reached out to us with concerns about the Bridgeport Schools returning to class so I called former Fairfield Lieutenant, Jim Perez to explain what is happening. Perez created the public safety protocols in Fairfield right after the shooting atSandy Hook. Although this isn't Fairfield, the policies remain the same, the safety of students and faculty.