Bridgeport

Stamford Man Arrested Following Traffic Stop Incident on I-95 in Bridgeport

On Saturday, November 9, 2024, at approximately 4:15 PM, a Trooper assigned to Troop G in Bridgeport was patrolling the Kings Highway area in Fairfield when they observed a blue Dodge Charger displaying South Carolina license plates parked at a local gas station. The Trooper recognized the vehicle from a prior encounter and was aware that the registered owner had an active arrest warrant issued by Troop G. Based on this information, the Trooper requested assistance from another unit. Once backup arrived, the Troopers approached the vehicle and found it to be unoccupied. They then entered the gas station, where they located the registered owner, identified as Howard Charles Parker, a resident of Stamford. Parker was placed under arrest in…

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Bridgeport News: Bridgeport Police statement on two instances of firearm discharges

Yesterday, November 11th, at 3:05PM the Bridgeport ECC and Police received a ShotSpotter activation for the 40th block of Elmwood Avenue. Bridgeport Police immediately responded to the scene and out of an abundance of caution placed Curiale School on Lock-In/Lock-Out. At this time that protective measure has been lifted. At 8:25PM yesterday, November 11th, a ShotSpotter activation was received at the Bridgeport ECC and Bridgeport Police for Highland Avenue. On-scene preliminary reports indicated weapons discharged between unknown parties. No reported injuries and Bridgeport Police continues their on-going investigation. Bridgeport Police are actively investigating both incidents at this time and is asking anyone with information regarding the shots fired to contact the Bridgeport Police TIPS Line at 203-576-TIPS (8477).

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Bridgeport News: Route 8 Crash

Report of a Motor Vehicle Accident on the highway Route 8 by Exit 1D Southbound. Initial reports say it is a 2 car crash where the driver was driving erratically prior to the crash, the other involved car is reported to have gone off the ramp. This is from unconfirmed radio reports.

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Bridgeport Hazmat Collection

BRIDGEPORT, CT -- Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport will kick off the annual Household HazardousWaste Collection Day from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Blackham School, 425Thorme Street. This yearly event allows the Bridgeport community to securely dispose of dangerous objectsat no cost, whether rain or shine. Bring your hazardous garbage, and the on-site personnel will handle therest.Residents are encouraged to load their trunks with hazardous items and pull up to the designated drop offarea where crews will remove the hazardous waste without the need to exit the vehicle. For moreinformation, go to http://bridgeportct.gov/HazardousWaste

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