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BRIDGEPORT POLICE MAKE ARREST FOLLOWING 30-DAY NARCOTICS AND FIREARMS INVESTIGATION

Aug 15, 2026 Alex

BRIDGEPORT, CT – Following an approximately 30-day investigation into narcotics and firearms activity in Bridgeport’s East End, the Bridgeport Police Task Force identified Jamin McKoy of Bridgeport and Dayne Johnson of Bridgeport as targets of the investigation. Lead investigators Detective Carlos Vazquez and Detective Freddy Neal developed information and evidence during the investigation and subsequently obtained court-authorized Search and Seizure Warrants for McKoy, Johnson, and their associated residences. On August 5, 2026, the Bridgeport Police Task Force, with assistance from the Trumbull Police Department and the FBI, executed the search warrants. The investigation and execution of the warrants resulted in the seizure of approximately 60 grams of suspected crack cocaine, along with a significant cache of firearms, ammunition, and related…

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WESTPORT MAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGED DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE

Aug 15, 2026 Alex

WESTPORT, CT – Westport Police arrested a 28-year-old man following a reported domestic disturbance on the afternoon of July 31, 2026. Police said multiple officers responded to a local residence after an uninvolved witness reported hearing someone repeatedly screaming for help. When officers arrived, they said Tae Juan Foskey was observed pinning the victim down on a couch with his hands around the victim’s throat. Police said Foskey initially refused commands to show his hands and disengage and continued using his forearm to pin the victim. Foskey then allegedly resisted officers as they attempted to handcuff and detain him. Investigators determined the incident began as a verbal argument and became physical when Foskey allegedly slapped the victim. Police said five…

Stratford

Black Smoke In The Area

Aug 14, 2026 Alex

Firefighters are on scene of Huntington Road by Reeds Lane for a home reported to have black smoke coming out of the chimney. They determined that it was due to a malfunctioning oil burner.

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WESTPORT POLICE ARREST NEW YORK MAN IN $3,157 ULTA BEAUTY THEFT

Aug 14, 2026 Alex

WESTPORT, CT – Westport Police arrested a 32-year-old New York man in connection with a March shoplifting investigation at Ulta Beauty on Post Road East that involved more than $3,100 in stolen merchandise. Police said the investigation began after staff at Ulta Beauty, 1365 Post Road East, reported a theft that occurred on March 12, 2026. Employees told police a man and woman entered the store with a young juvenile and an infant in a stroller. According to police, the woman was seen taking merchandise from shelves and concealing it in the stroller, while the man allegedly placed items in his pockets. The pair also processed a merchandise return, during which the woman provided her membership or loyalty card. Police…

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BRIDGEPORT TO HOST BACKPACK GIVEAWAY AND EDUCATION & LITERACY FAIR

Aug 14, 2026 Alex

BRIDGEPORT, CT – Bridgeport families are invited to take part in two back-to-school events on Saturday, August 15, 2026, beginning with the city's annual Backpack Giveaway at the Margaret E. Morton Government Center. The Backpack Giveaway will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 999 Broad Street. Free backpacks will be available to Bridgeport students while supplies last. Students must be present to receive a backpack, proof of Bridgeport residency is required, and there is a limit of one backpack per child. The event is being supported by numerous city departments, community organizations, businesses, and sponsors working together to help Bridgeport students start the school year with needed supplies. Families are also encouraged to continue the day at…

Bridgeport

Knife Attack

Aug 14, 2026 Alex

Bridgeport police and fire responded to the 520 block of Railroad Avenue to report of an assault. Upon arrival, two individuals had been in an altercation and one of them was cut on the chest with a blade. The individuals were separated, and the individual with the cut is being assisted by AMR. Updates will be provided once available.

Bridgeport

3 Car Crash

Aug 13, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

Report of a 3 car crash at the intersection of Orange Street and Central Ave in Bridgeport. Initial reports is a car which struck two other cars before crashing into a pole, according to unconfirmed radio reports.

Bridgeport

Midnight Fire

Aug 13, 2026 Alex

The Bridgeport Fire Department responded to the 70 block of Center Street to report of a fire. Upon arrival, fire units quickly extinguished a small fire and there were no reported injuries.

Fairfield

Basement Fire

Aug 12, 2026 Alex

Report of a fire in a basement at the 1400 block of Stillson Road in Fairfield. Firefighters arrived on scene and detected a small fire in the basement via a hot spot detector. They quickly put the fire out with no extension to the rest of the building. The fire is recalled at this time.

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Low Speed Chase

Aug 12, 2026 Alex

A State Police 45 mph chase ensued on Old New Haven Ave by Chapel Street in Derby. The medium speed chase slowed to 40 mph before the car was hit by a spike strip, and the suspects fled on foot. UPDATE: Suspects were last seen in the Laurel Ave area of Derby, be advised if you are in the area.

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