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Police are on scene at the corner of Norman Street and Atwater Street, near Birdseye Street for an assault with a dangerous weapon. It does not appear anyone was transported, but there is nothing confirmed at this time according to unconfirmed radio reports.
Bridgeport, CT – Due to the alarming incident that recently involved multiple schools throughout the Bridgeport Public School District, the City of Bridgeport, the Bridgeport Police Department, and the Bridgeport Board of Education would like to reassure all parents, students, staff members, and all other residents of the community that safety remains the top priority. This issue has significantly impacted the Bridgeport community as a whole and is not to be taken lightly. Because of this, the Bridgeport Police Department used all necessary resources, including working closely with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), to find the individual responsible for the incident. At this time, the individual has been arrested and all City entities have determined that a threat no longer remains within…
On September 18, 2024, at approximately 10:09AM, the Emergency Operations Center received a call for a collision involving four vehicles. The collision occurred near the intersection of East Main Street and York Street. The caller reported, an operator of a black Toyota Camry struck several cars, and possibly had a seizure. Bridgeport Fire Engine 15, American Medical Response (AMR), Bridgeport Police Officers, and the Bridgeport Serious Crash Investigation Team responded to the location. After a preliminary investigation, it was determined a 43-year-old, Bridgeport resident was operating a 2009 black Toyota Camry and traveling north on East Main Street. The 43-year-old operator of the 2009 black Toyota Camry crossed into the southbound lane and struck a 2023 tan Chevy Malibu near…
At 10:50 pm The Bridgeport Police Department made a juvenile arrest in the recent threat to our schools. The Bridgeport Police Department would like to ensure our community that the safety of our students and staff is a priority and that there will be a strong police presence at our schools. We would like to thank our patrol division, Detective Bureau, and our federal partners for working together on this case.
Many concerned parents reached out to us about a possible threat posted online. I immediately reached out and to the city and received this report: The Bridgeport Police Department is aware of and actively investigating the recent threats to our schools. We are committed to ensuring that all our students and staff are safe in our schools and will provide all of the necessary resources to protect our schools. Unofficial Facebook pages report a two hour delay with the schools tomorrow. Additionally, we are actively and aggressively pursuing all individuals responsible for making these threats. We strongly encourage, anyone who might have information regarding this threat to please contact the Bridgeport Police Department Detective Bureau. Also, if anyone would like…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkYesoPcFgQ Firefighters were called to William at East Washington Avenue for a Greater Bridgeport Transportation bus that was leaking diesel fuel on the roadway. I haven't heard anything about any spinouts as a result. A special call was put in for the spill truck to respond to the scene. 2024-09-18@3:30pm--#Bridgeport CT
Today's vehicle fire was hosted by Bridgeport at Wordin and Fairfield Avenue. A thick black column of smoke was visible for miles. Firefighters quickly knocked the fire down. Expect delays in the area, enough to take a different route until they tow the vehicle. If anyone has better images please post below. 2024-09-18@12:10pm--#Bridgeport CT
Report of a MVA vs. Motorcycle at the 600 block of North Ave. Three parties were involved in the accident. Two patients were transported to the hospital one was in critical but stable condition and the second had non-critical injuries. There are no further details at this time.
Two people were injured in this crash involving a car and a motorcycle at North and French Street. 2024-09-16@7:44PM--#Bridgeport CT
On September 13, 2024, officers conducted a motor vehicle stop at Howard Avenue and Fairfield Avenue for an equipment violation. During the investigation, it was discovered that the driver, Sasha Garcia, had an outstanding warrant from Montville, Connecticut. She was transported to the Police Department pending pick-up by Montville authorities. The front seat passenger, Tavon Holman, also had outstanding warrants from Montville and Bridgeport. Holman was found to be in possession of a stolen firearm, and further investigation revealed he is a convicted felon previously charged with stealing a firearm and having weapons in a motor vehicle. Tavon Holman was placed under arrest and charged with stealing a firearm, criminal possession of a pistol, carrying a pistol without a permit,…