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Norwalk

Norwalk Police Charge Two Minors After School Shooting and Bomb Threat Hoax

Sep 25, 2024 Alex

During the early morning hours of Tuesday, September 24, 2024, the Norwalk Police Department Special Victims Unit received information regarding a Snapchat post that referenced a potential school shooting and bombing. The investigators traced the post to a home in Norwalk. Officers arrived at the location and identified a 14-year-old as the individual responsible for the post. Further investigations by patrol officers and Special Victims Unit investigators revealed that another Norwalk youth, aged 13, was also involved in sharing or creating the post. Through interviews with both minors and their parents, it was concluded that the post was not credible and was related to an online gaming platform the youths were engaged with and was meant as a hoax. Both…

Fairfield

Fairfield Police Officer Injured

Sep 24, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

A Fairfield Police officer sustained a foot injury following a foot pursuit of a shoplifting suspect at Home Depot on Kings Highway. The officer was transported to the hospital for treatment. One person is currently in custody. 2024-09-24@8:24pm-- #Fairfield CT

Bridgeport

THE WALL THAT HEALS

Sep 24, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/SVO1jb3_n0g THE WALL THAT HEALS AND MOBILE EDUCATION CENTER left Sherwood Island in Westport at noon and proceeded north on Route 1 to Fairfield making a brief stop at the intersection of Post Road and S. Benson Road. The Wall That Heals will be displayed at Veterans Memorial Park, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport from 9/26 - 9/29. The wall will be open to the public 24 hours a day and everyone is invited to attend. The Wall is hosted by the Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans, 69 Brewster Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605. 203 576 9366. More information is available at https://www.vietnamvetswall.com/about-the-wall

Bridgeport

Stabbing

Sep 24, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Police said in a statement: "At 9:01 am Bridgeport ECC received a call of an assault with a dangerous weapon in the 2050 block of East Main St. Two co-workers got into an altercation and stabbed each other. One party was transported to the hospital with a stab wound to the chest with non-life-threatening injuries. One party was stabbed in the arm. No further at this time."

Stratford

I-95 Crash

Sep 23, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

I-95 northbound rollover between exits 32-33. No word on injuries at this time. 2024-09-23 @10:40pm--#Stratford CT-- #cttraffic

Bridgeport

Bridgeport Schools Return After Threats

Sep 23, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/6YCNgqt5Lgs Many viewers reached out to us with concerns about the Bridgeport Schools returning to class so I called former Fairfield Lieutenant, Jim Perez to explain what is happening. Perez created the public safety protocols in Fairfield right after the shooting atSandy Hook. Although this isn't Fairfield, the policies remain the same, the safety of students and faculty.

Bridgeport

A Vietnam War Memorial will travel through Westport, Bridgeport & Fairfield on Sept 24.

Sep 23, 2024 Alex

You are invited to welcome The Wall as a trailer carrying THE WALL THAT HEALS AND MOBILE EDUCATION CENTER will leave Sherwood Island in Westport at noon and proceed north on Route 1 to Fairfield making a brief stop at the intersection of Post Road and S. Benson Road at 12:15 p.m. on TUES SEPT 24. A Fairfield Fire Department truck will stop traffic in the intersection, where a soloist will sing the national anthem. The parade will then proceed to Bridgeport via Route 1, Fairfield Ave. & Park Ave., and onto Veterans Memorial Park where The Wall will be assembled for a four day stop. The traveling three-fourths sized replica of the Washington DC Vietnam War monument will travel with a motorcycle escort along Police, Fire, and…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck

Sep 22, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Report of a pedestrian struck near Weber Street on Boston Avenue. There are no further details at this time.

Bridgeport

Bridgeport Public Schools Ensures Student Safety for School Return on Monday

Sep 22, 2024 Alex

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (September 22, 2024) – In response to the recent threat to our schools, Bridgeport Public Schools has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff as they return to school on Monday. The district worked closely with local law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate the threat, and an arrest has been made. Authorities have assured the district that there is no credible danger at this time and there would be a strong police presence at the district’s schools. Additionally, the district has also reviewed and reinforced our existing safety protocols, including emergency response plans and communication procedures with the City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations and police departments. Counseling and support services will also…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Water Rescue at Beardsley Park

Sep 22, 2024 Alex

Last night at around 5:53AM there was a report of a male individual in the dam at Beardsley Park yelling for assistance.Both Bridgeport Fire Department and Bridgeport Police Department responded to the incident.One individual was successfully rescued and placed under the care of AMR.

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Stabbing

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Bridgeport Schools Return After Threats

A Vietnam War Memorial will travel through Westport, Bridgeport & Fairfield on Sept 24.

Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck

Bridgeport Public Schools Ensures Student Safety for School Return on Monday

Bridgeport News: Water Rescue at Beardsley Park

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