Book Store Ribbon Cutting
Nikkya Hargrove and her staff at Obodo Serendipity Books located at 3588 Main Street, Paradise Green held their ribbon cutting with Mayor Laura R. Hoydick.
Crash!
A crash with injuries is causing gridlock at Park and North Avenue. North Avenue is backed up in both directions. 2024-09-04@4:05pm #BridgeportCT
Bridgeport News: Seaview Ave Double Header Crash!
https://youtu.be/Llhnb0G-Hfg Report of two separate motor vehicle accidents, the first at the intersection of Seaview Ave and Williston Street, where a vehicle went through a metal fence into a tree. The second is reported by unconfirmed witness reports to be a hit and run with one car striking a building at Seaview Ave and Crescent Ave. Despite being only a block away, there is not at this time a known connection between the two crashes.
Shelton News: Two Arrested in Stolen Vehicle
On 09-03-24 just after midnight, Shelton Police were notified about a recent stolen vehicle out of Stratford. Several Shelton officers were working a construction job downtown at the time and noticed the vehicle in a parking lot on Center St. As officers approached the vehicle, three people fled on foot. Officers searched the area and were able to locate two of the three suspects. 18-year-old Devin Overton of Ansonia was arrested and charged with Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, and Interfering. Overton was released after posting a $5,000 bond and is scheduledto appear at Derby Superior Court on 10-24-24. A 17-year-old male from Shelton was arrested for the same charges and released.
Bridgeport Police Department Announces Arrest of Serial Burglar Ismael Padilla
On 08/30/2024, the Bridgeport Police Department successfully apprehended Ismael Padilla, a suspect with a lengthy criminal record, wanted in connection with multiple burglary warrants in both Bridgeport and Fairfield. Padilla’s arrest marks a significant development in ongoing efforts by Det. Palatiello to address a series of burglaries that have affected the local community. Through advanced law enforcement investigative techniques, The Bridgeport Police Department identified Padilla as the suspect in several burglaries across the City of Bridgeport. His arrest comes after a swift and professional response by patrol officers to an active burglary in progress. The officers’ quick actions and dedication to public safety led directly to Padilla’s apprehension. The investigation remains ongoing. The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. Padilla…
Highway Accident To Cause Delay
Report of a motor vehicle accident between Exits 22 and 23 Southbound on I-95 which is causing a delay in traffic.
BRIDGEPORT TASK FORCE MAKE ARREST FOR FIREARM AND NARCOTICS VIOLATIONS
On August 26, the Bridgeport Police Regional Task Force received a tip about 25-year-old Steven Ramos, who was believed to be carrying an illegal firearm. Officers located Ramos driving near Park Avenue and South Avenue and conducted a traffic stop. Ramos, a convicted felon, was found with a loaded Glock 9mm handgun equipped with an extended 24-round magazine hidden in his waistband. During a search following his arrest, officers also discovered 3.85 grams of crack cocaine and 2.97 grams of fentanyl on him. Ramos was arrested and charged with several offenses, including illegal possession of a firearm, carrying a pistol without a permit, possession of a high-capacity magazine, illegal transfer of a firearm, and possession of controlled substances.
Bridgeport News: Fire!
Report of a fire at the 300 block of Wood Ave in Bridgeport. Firefighters quickly knocked down the fire and it is out at this time. https://youtu.be/SUS1YEu967Y
The City of Bridgeport Department of Public Facilities Announces East Washington Avenue Bridge Deck Rehabilitation
Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport Public Facilities Department has announced that construction will begin for the East Washington Avenue Bridge Deck on September 5, 2024. The bridge was previously fixed in place by the City making the bridge inoperable after the water channel below the bridge was deemed non-navigable by the US Coast Guard. The scope of the project is to only repair the concrete decking portion of the bridge while removing one inch of the existing deck. The project will also consist of the installation of a waterproofing membrane and pave one inch of high-strength asphalt, approved by the Department of Transportation. The project is expected to take 2-3 weeks, weather dependent, with a project end date of September 26, 2024.…
Crash!
No reported injuries in this one car crash at Main and Atlantic Street. 2024-09-03@1:51pm--#Bridgeport CT