Bridgeport Firefighters responded to a report of a structure fire at the 1000 block of Stratford Ave, where they found a small fire that they quickly knocked down. They are currently checking for any extension to the attic.
On April 30, 2024, the Norwalk Police Department received a complaint regarding a Norwalk Public School employee allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student. The Norwalk Police Department Special Victims Unit assumed the investigation. During the investigation, it was determined that Luisa Melchionne, a Nathan Hale Middle School Guidance Counselor, was sexually involved with a male student. An arrest warrant was issued for Melchionne, and she was arrested without incident. Melchionne, 47 years old, is no longer employed by the Norwalk Public Schools. She was arrested on July 11, 2024, and charged with Sexual Assault 2nd degree and two counts of Risk of Injury to a Minor. Her bond was set at $500,000.
Cooling Centers Are Open and Can be Located by Calling 2-1-1 or Visiting 211ct.org (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that as another heat wave is expected to approach Connecticut in the coming days, he is directing Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, 2024, and remaining in effect through 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The purpose of the protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from the severe hot weather conditions. While enacted, a system is set up for state agencies, municipalities, and other partners to coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 to make sure that information regarding cooling centers is available statewide.…
Report of another 2 car accident between a truck and a car on I-95 this time Southbound by Exit 34. 2024/07/12@11:10AM
Report of a 2 car accident between a U Haul truck and a car on I-95 Northbound by Exit 34. They are in the left lane so expect traffic as the highway is currently down to one lane.
Bridgeport Police are investigating a stabbing in the 800 block of Kossuth Street. Man stabbed multiple times according to radio reports. 2024-07-11@11:32pm--#Bridgeport CT
7:53pm--Sounds like they have them in custody. State and Trumbull Police are looking for two suspects who fled after an attempt to stop them for erratic behavior and possibly a stolen vehicle off exit 10 of Route 8. Police are searching in the Hilltop Circle/Drive area. K9 on the way. They may have allegedly tried to drive into a Shelton Police car. 2024-07-11@7:18pm--#Trumbull CT-- #Shelton CT
On July 9, 2024, officers were dispatched to West Avenue and Fairfield Avenue in response to a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle. The operator, Michael Marin, had lost control of his motorcycle and crashed on Fairfield Avenue. At the scene, officers found an unholstered, loaded silver-colored firearm. Michael Marin was arrested, and during the search, officers seized a large amount of narcotics and cash. Marin, a convicted felon with an extensive history of firearms and narcotics offenses, was also under a protective order prohibiting him from possessing a firearm. Officers recovered 28.2 grams (98 glassine folds) of heroin, a firearm (9mm Colt 38 Super) with 10 rounds, and $870 in cash from Marin. Michael Marin was charged with possession…
At around 3:04 PM today, a boat was reported sinking at the dock near the 100th block of Grovers Avenue. The boat was unoccupied and was spilling oil at the time of the report. No injuries have been reported. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and working to contain the oil spill. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. 2024-07-11@3:04pm
A pedestrian was hit by a car at Vincellette and Kennedy Drive. The car fled the scene.2024-07-11@3:32pm--#Bridgeport CT
