2021-04-06@10:50am--#Bridgeport CT-- Two people were treated for smoke inhalation after their lunch burned on the stove causing a heavy smoke condition in their apartment in the 1500 block of Iranistan Avenue.
On April 5, 2021 at approximately 11:12pm, Bridgeport Police responded to Bridgeport Hospital on the report of a victim being treated for 2 non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. The victim has been identified as 35-year-old Anthony White of Stratford Connecticut. An earlier press release said: "preliminary reports indicate the party was struck on his right hip and hand, non-life threatening injuries. Unknown location where it took place due to party being uncooperative". Anyone with information about this crime can call Detective Abe Konoval at 203-581-5229 or utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS. This press release was made possible by:
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG JOINS BIPARTISAN COALITION FIGHTING UNLAWFUL SALES OF FAKE VACCINATION CARDS ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG JOINS BIPARTISAN COALITION FIGHTING UNLAWFUL SALES OF FAKE VACCINATION CARDS(Hartford, CT) — Attorney General William Tong today called on Twitter, eBay, and Shopify to act immediately to prevent people from selling fraudulent CDC vaccination cards on their platforms. A bipartisan coalition of 45 attorneys general, led by North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein and Tennessee Attorney General Herbert Slatery, raised concerns about the public health risks of these fake cards in a letter to the companies’ CEOs.“Getting vaccinated is one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself and your family from COVID-19, but it’s also an open door for scammers,”…
2021-04-05@11:11pm--#Stratford CT-- A home in the 800 block of East Broadway has city sewage backing up into their home. Fire officials have requested the public works to help the how owner out. This press release was made possible by:
2021-04-05@8:08pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters are on Park Street for a ruptured gas line. This news report is made possible by our SAFE heating sponsor:
2021-04-05@7:37pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Tonight's vehicle fire is a fully engulfed car at Alex and Queen Street. Fire marshal called to investigate. This news report is made possible by:
202104-05@4:37pm--#Bridgeport CT- Firefighters on the scene of the 700 block of Palisades Avenue for a brush fire. Firefighters will be sending another truck to the Asylum Street side as well. This press release was made possible by:
For the first time in more than a decade, Connecticut received upgraded ratings for two bonds from Moody’s Investors Services, a shift that could lead to reduced borrowing costs from the state in years to come. Connecticut’s bond rating went from A1 to Aa3, its fifth-highest to its fourth-highest, placing Connecticut firmly in its “high quality” bond category. With this upgraded ranking, the state could be able to access reduced rates in future funding for projects including school construction, infrastructure upgrades and economic development programs, among others.This is the result of more than a decade of hard work by legislators to manage the state’s budget and debt payments. To quote Moody’s, the upgrade “reflects the state’s continued commitment to numerous…
2021-04-04@2:13am--- The Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received the report of a Motor Vehicle vs Pedestrian / evading crash in front of 520 Boston Avenue in Bridgeport, CT. A dark colored Jeep Wrangler was traveling eastbound on Boston Avenue, after passing Huntington Rd the operator struck a pedestrian who was walking in the roadway. The operator of the Jeep Wrangler was traveling at a high rate of speed and after striking the pedestrian continued eastbound on Boston Avenue without stopping. The pedestrian was identified as a Alvin Nieves. Bridgeport Fire Department and AMR responded to the scene. Mr. Nieves sustained severe injuries to both legs and was transported to St Vincent’s Hospital. Mr. Nieves is listed in stable but critical condition…
2021-04-03@10:17pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Two stabbing victims showed up at Bridgeport Hospital. The stabbing is thought to have occurred at Stratford and Union Avenue. Police are investigating. This news report is made possible by:
