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Bridgeport

Structure Fire

Sep 1, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/2QMHLBcumiw Bridgeport Fire Department said in a statement that they were dispatched at 8:20 pm to a structure fire at 48 Alpine St. Heavy fire was encountered on all 3 floors of a 2 ½ story wood frame. The fire was placed under control at 11:35 pm after an extensive overhaul of the building. No civilian injuries were reported at this time, and one firefighter was transported to the hospital for evaluation for non-life-threatening injuries. Red Cross is relocating 2 adults and 3 children. The Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the fire.

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Car Versus House

Sep 1, 2024 Alex

Report of a car into a house at 737 Brewster Street in Bridgeport. The car struck the support column of the house porch.

Milford

Organized Retail Theft Suspects Arrested at Milford Marshalls; Over $2,000 in Stolen Merchandise Recovered

Aug 31, 2024 Alex

On August 27th, 2024, Milford Police received information that individuals from an organized retail theft group were believed to be at the Marshalls located at 1413 Boston Post Road. Officers made contact with Marshalls' loss prevention employees via phone, who relayed that they had been investigating an organized retail theft group driving a black Honda CRV. This group had been suspects in numerous thefts from Marshalls, Burlington, and TJX stores across New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. Officers responded to the area and ultimately took Carlos Cueva Arias, 37, and Jenifer Salines, 27, both of Paterson, NJ, into custody. They located a large quantity of suspected stolen merchandise in the vehicle, which was seized. A total of 119…

Bridgeport

Crash!

Aug 31, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

A crash with injuries and the need for extrication occurred in front of City Gas on Huntington Turnpike, sending one vehicle toward the pumps, narrowly missing them. The roadway is currently closed for the crash investigation. 2024-08-31 @ 3:38 PM - #BridgeportCT

Bridgeport

Two Suspects Arrested in Early Morning Burglary at Bridgeport Roofing Supply; Stolen Vehicle Recovered

Aug 31, 2024 Alex

On August 29, 2024, at approximately 2:57 AM, Bridgeport Police patrol units responded to a reported burglary in progress at Beacon Roofing Supply on 1730 Commerce Drive. The alarm company, Comp Tech - Logic Communications, reported that three suspects—two males and one female—were actively attempting to steal materials from the property. Video surveillance showed the suspects passing items over a fence. Upon arrival, patrol units observed the suspects trying to secure stolen items in the back seat of a grey 2012 Hyundai Elantra, later determined to be stolen from Bridgeport on August 26, 2024. The suspects attempted to flee on foot but were quickly apprehended by officers. Inside the Hyundai Elantra, officers found 17 bundles of roofing shingles valued at…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Crash!

Aug 31, 2024 Alex

Report of a 2 car crash at the intersection of Capitol Ave and Whitney Ave. Firefighters needed to remove the door to get at one of the involved individuals, and there is a report that one was sent to the hospital.

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Driver Arrested After Police Find Marijuana, Ghost Gun During Traffic Stop

Aug 31, 2024 Alex

On August 29, 2024, officers stopped a vehicle at State Street and West Avenue due to an equipment issue. They found that the driver, Brian Figueiredo Silva, was operating the vehicle with an expired license. During the vehicle inspection, officers discovered a significant amount of marijuana, THC cartridges, and a firearm with an extended magazine. The firearm had no serial number, commonly referred to as a ghost gun. Silva was already subject to a protective order that prohibited him from owning or possessing a firearm, and he did not have a pistol permit. He was arrested and charged with several offenses, including possession with intent to sell, carrying a firearm without a permit, and violating a protective order. Additionally, Silva…

Bridgeport

Pedestrian Struck

Aug 30, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

A pedestrian was struck by a hit-and-run driver at State and Iranistan Avenue. 2024-08-30@11:16pm--#Bridgeport

Bridgeport

Street Fight!

Aug 30, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Report of a street fight in the 500 block of Park Avenueaccording to unconfirmed radio reports. 2024-08-30@9:20pm--#Bridgeport CT

Bridgeport

Child’s Foot Runover

Aug 30, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Unconfirmed radio report of a child's foot runover by a car at PT Barnum Housing by building 4. There were no further updates. 2024- 08-30@8:08pm--#Bridgeport CT

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Structure Fire

Bridgeport News: Car Versus House

Organized Retail Theft Suspects Arrested at Milford Marshalls; Over $2,000 in Stolen Merchandise Recovered

Crash!

Two Suspects Arrested in Early Morning Burglary at Bridgeport Roofing Supply; Stolen Vehicle Recovered

Bridgeport News: Crash!

Bridgeport News: Driver Arrested After Police Find Marijuana, Ghost Gun During Traffic Stop

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