Bridgeport News: Truck hits pole
Warden Ave near Howard Ave is currently closed to traffic due to a truck that hit a utility pole
Ansonia News: Possible Stabbing
2024-05-11@3:33pm--#Ansonia CT-- Report of a possible stabbing in the 140 block of North State Street.
Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck
2024-05-11@3:04pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A pedestrian was struck at the intersection of Connecticut and Central Avenue and transported to hospital.
Bridgeport News: Assault From Robbery
2024-05-11@12:57pm--#Bridgeport CT--- A person was injured after being robbed on Ridgefield Avenue. First responders on the way.
Bridgeport News: Car Hits Fence
2024-05-10@10:41pm--#Bridgeport CT--- First responders are in the 1400 block of Madison Avenue where a car crashed into fence near a residence.
Bridgeport News: Police Apprehend Armed Suspect
On the evening of Monday, May 6th at 4:04 pm, the Bridgeport Police Department responded to a Shot-Spotter activation indicating one round fired on the 200th block of Granfield Ave. Upon arrival, multiple police units began searching for both potential victims and suspects. A resident reported seeing a vehicle speeding away and a person dressed in all black firing a single shot before fleeing towards Success Village on foot. Officers found several children and citizens outdoors due to the pleasant weather. Shortly after, they apprehended a suspicious individual, later identified as 28-year-old Garfield Brown from Bridgeport, who was altering his appearance by removing clothing and a face mask. Brown was found in possession of three firearms, including a 9mm Sig…
Bridgeport News: Police Seek Assistance With Identification
The Bridgeport Police Department's Homicide Unit is attempting to identify the adult males pictured here. They are wanted for firearm offenses only, related to the robbery/double homicide at an illegal gambling establishment at Stratford Ave. and Logan St. on March 30th, 2024.There are no arrest warrants at this time. This is solely a request for assistance in identification. These persons frequent the East End of Bridgeport. They are to be considered armed and dangerous. This alert is part of a continuing and comprehensive investigation into all aspects of the incident.Anyone with information is asked to contact Homicide Detective Keith Hanson at (203) 581-5243.
Mayor Ganim and The City of Bridgeport Announce Grant Funding for Perry Memorial Arch Restoration
Bridgeport, CT – Yesterday, Mayor Ganim and Senator Richard Blumenthal announced state grant funding that will be used for restoring the Perry Memorial Arch, located at the entrance of Bridgeport’s Seaside Park. The $500,000 grant will be used to make many improvements on the archway, which includes: replacing the arch’s metal roof and gutters, pinning of walls and granite, repairs to the arch’s foundation, interior cleaning, plumbing and draining of abandoned formwork, cleaning of the bronze plaque, and other improvements. Restoration of the archway is set to begin July 2024. Mayor Ganim stated, “I want to sincerely thank Senator Blumenthal and other state delegates for granting us the funds to preserve the Perry Memorial Arch. This archway serves as the…
Bridgeport News: Scooter/Moped Accident
2024-05-07@12:54pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are investigating an accident with injuries involving a moped/scooter on Stratford Avenue at Wilmont Avenue.
Bridgeport News: Motorcycle Crash
2024-05-06@5:05pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A motorcyclist suffered injuries in a crash with a car at William and Stillman Street and was transported to the hospital.