Stratford News: Motorcycle Crash On Moses Wheeler Bridge
2019-07-28 @ 11:50PM--#Stratford Ct-- #cttraffic-- A motorcycle crash reported on I-95 southbound on the Moses Wheeler Bridge. No word on injuries.
Stratford News: Sexual Assault Arrest
On July 23, 2019 The Stratford Police Department responded to a report of a preteen who was sexually assaulted in Town. It was determined the preteen met the suspect through the social media application “Snapchat”. The suspect created fake profiles on several social media applications. Using the fake profile the suspect lured the preteen from a residence where he sexually assaulted victim. Detectives were able to identify the suspect as Reginald W Sharp (DOB 03/13/1985) of Bridgeport. Sharp is a convicted sex offender currently on the sex offender registry. During the late evening on July 23, 2019 Stratford Detectives with the assistance of the Bridgeport Police Safe Streets Task Force and State of Connecticut Department of Probation located and arrested…
Stratford News: Taco Thursday
2019-07-25 @ 12:39pm-- #Stratford CT-- We hear a lot of "person down" calls, especially in the hot weather but this is the first time we are getting a person down call inside a port-a-potty at 245 King Street near the high school construction site. Come to think of it, I'm surprised we don't hear more like this.... This news report is made possible by:
Stratford News: Disorderly Conduct Arrest
#Stratford CT--On 07-19-2019 Andre Larson age 19 of Bridgeport and Elijah Sampson age 20 of Bridgeport were arrested along with two local juveniles ages 14 and 15. The group was approached by an Officer who was investigating a complaint of cyclists who have been loitering in and near Longbrook Park blocking traffic and harassing residents. As the Officer approached the group fled on their bikes. While fleeing, the group rode through the park and splash pad area where small children were playing. Officers apprehended the group a short time later. Lawson was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Interfering and Violating Town Ordinance Reckless or uncontrolled Bicycle Operation. Sampson was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Interfering and Violating Town Ordinance Reckless or uncontrolled…
Stratford News: Crash Injures 15 Including 7 Children
2019-07-20 @ 12:45pm --A crash on River Road near Booth Memorial Park injured 15 people including 7 children. First responders activated a triage at the scene to care for the injured. Shelton sent mutual aid with EMS and firefighters. One firefighter was treated for heat exhaustion.
Stratford News: Blues On The Beach
STRATFORD – The annual “Blues on the Beach” summer music festival is about to take place this Saturday, July 20, and this year a designated drop-off and pick-up zone has been established for the event located at Wayne’s Walk at the intersection of Riverdale Drive and Lighthouse Ave. This will serve as a designated drop-off or pick-up area for Uber, Lyft or taxis and other passenger services to accommodate their customers. Those who are dropping off their children, seniors or the disabled can drop passengers at a designated location at the concession stand location. The event opens to the public at 9:30 a.m., and performances begin at noon. The festivities will go until 9:30 p.m. A police officer will be…
Stratford’s Blues On The Beach
STRATFORD – Stratford is set for its annual “Blues on the Beach” summer music festival, which has become an increasingly popular summer ritual for the coastal town. The event will take place at Short Beach on Saturday, July 20th, from 12:00 pm-9:30 pm. Blues is part of the Stratford Celebrate Festivals and is run by volunteer, Erin McLaughlin. “Erin and her team do an amazing job of organizing the bands, stage, and vendors. We’re looking forward to celebrating at this great summertime festival, enjoy the sun and sand, amazing music, and some of the best views that Stratford has to offer,” said Mayor Laura R. Hoydick. This year, access to the beach will be closed on Friday, July 19th,…
Stratford News: Weapons and Narcotics Arrest
#Stratford CT--On 06/19/2019 the Stratford Narcotics Unit, in coordination with the Bridgeport Police Task Force, Safe Streets Task Force and the Norwalk Police Narcotics Unit executed two Search Warrants for Narcotics and Firearms Violations. These Search Warrants were the culmination of an investigation conducted by the Stratford Narcotics Unit and the Bridgeport Police Task Force that focused on Narcotics Sales as well as Firearms related crimes within the Town of Stratford and City of Bridgeport. The Target of the Investigation, Manuel Rivas D.O.B 07/17/1989, was taken into custody after attempting to evade Detectives when they tried to conduct a motor vehicle stop. During a search of the residence, Detectives located two (2) firearms loaded with several rounds of ammunition as…
Stratford News: Motorcycle Crash
2019-07-14 @12:45am--#Stratford CT-- Report of a crash involving a motorcycle in front of Shoprite at 250 Barnum Avenue Cutoff. Expect delays in the area. This news report is made possible by:
Stratford Police Need Your Help
#Stratford CT-- The Stratford Police is attempting to identify the above pictured suspect that was seen going through vehicles in the Stonybrook area of town on the morning of 06-21-19. Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Todd Moore at 203-381-6902 or via email at tmoore1@townofstratford.com