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Man McAngry he couldn’t have it his way at McDonald’s

Mar 27, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

On March 26, 2013 at 9:47 pm, ECC received a 911 call requesting Fairfield Police to respond to a man who is out of control at the drive up window at McDonald's, 1835 Black Rock Tpke. As officers were en route, ECC received information that the man had fled in a white BMW. Geoffrey E. Weglarz (DOB 05/11/57) of 948 Fairfield Woods Road in Fairfield was arrested and charged with Breach of Peace (53a-181) after he became enraged at the drive thru staff at McDonald's, 1835 Black Rock Tpk, because his sandwich wasn't made properly. Weglarz placed an order at the drive up window, he then drove away returning a short time later and was banging on the front door…

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AT&T Wireless store robbed

Mar 27, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT--Police are looking for 2 males in a Buick Regency, the passenger side has rust and no hubcaps. wanted in the robbery of the AT&T Wireless Store at 4173 Main Street. No word on what was taken or if a weapon was used. I will pass along updates as I get them.

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Purse snatching in front of church

Mar 26, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

9:01pm--#Bridgeport-- A purse snatching by force occurred in front of church at 849 State Street by three kids, one on a bicycle. They netted a purse, a debit card and $20. The fled on Seeley Street towards Fairfield Ave.

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Odor of gas at PD HQ

Mar 26, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

8:37pm--#Bridgeport CT #cttraffic--Firefighters on scene at police headquarters at 300 Congress Street for an odor of gas indoors.

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Black Rock Garage Break In

Mar 26, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

4:44pm--#Bridgeport CT--A garage was broken into in the 100 block of Clarkson Street. Dirt bikes were taken. Police are investigating.

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Street Robbery

Mar 26, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

3:40pm--#Bridgeport CT--A street robbery occurred at Granfield and Pallisades Ave. and a cellphone was taken during the robbery. No weapon was shown but implied.

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Federal Lawsuit Against Police Dismmissed

A federal judge has thrown out an excessive force and wrongful arrest lawsuit against two city police officers. The judge granted the city’s motion for summary judgment in Junior Huertas v James Ivanko and Omar Jimenez, meaning the case was dismissed because the judge concluded there was not enough evidence to proceed to trial. Bridgeport police were attempting to clear the crowded streets after the Puerto Rican Day Parade on June 12, 2009. It was estimated that there were 2,500 to 3,000 revelers in the area of Park Avenue. Police encountered a house party at 358 Park Ave. with a DJ and two speakers pointed toward the street. Between 8:15 and 8:30 p.m., police approached the DJ and asked him…

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Trumbull brush fire

Mar 26, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

3:30PM--#Trumbull CT--#ctfire-- Possible brush fire on the corner of Madison ave and Brittany ave.

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Man electrocuted

Mar 26, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

2:21pm--#Bridgeport- A man working on at building at Wood and Wade Street hit his ladder onto a power line and has been electrocuted. Fire, EMS on scene. He is a 27 year old male and is unresponsive at this time. On the way to St. V's.

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No Animals at Westport Beaches Effective April 1

Mar 26, 2013 Stephen Krauchick

Westport Parks & Recreation Director Stuart McCarthy today reminded citizens that as of April 1 the “no animals at the beaches” regulation will be in effect. It includes Compo, Burying Hill and Old Mill beaches. “Animals will not be permitted on any beach property, which includes all grass, sand, and the parking areas, except Soundview parking lot at Compo Beach, as well as the roads within the beach area,” said McCarthy. “This regulation will be in effect until Oct. 1.” Parking emblems will be required on all vehicles entering town beaches beginning Tuesday, May 1.

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Man McAngry he couldn’t have it his way at McDonald’s

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Trumbull brush fire

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No Animals at Westport Beaches Effective April 1

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