Firefighters arrived on scene to a fire at the 100 block of Lincoln Ave in Bridgeport. They quickly knocked down the outside fire, and according to unconfirmed radio reports several people were injured by smoke inhalation and possibly burns.
Bridgeport Police detectives are investigating the stabbing of a 31-year-old Bridgeport man who was found bleeding inside a vehicle on Pulaski Street late Tuesday afternoon. Shortly before 4:30 p.m., Bridgeport patrol officers were flagged down by a passerby who reported that a man was bleeding inside a car parked on Pulaski Street. Officers located the victim, who had suffered multiple stab wounds. The victim, whose identity has not been released, was transported by ambulance to Bridgeport Hospital, where he underwent emergency treatment. Police said he is listed in critical but stable condition and is expected to survive. Investigators believe the victim had been driving around the East Side in the minutes before he was discovered on Pulaski Street. Patrol officers…
Report of a crash between a moped and a car on Iranistan Ave by Laurel Ave in Bridgeport. First responders arrived on scene and applied two tourniquets to one part, who suffered a partial amputation, according to unconfirmed radio reports, with one other person also injured. UPDATE: Both parties are listed as being in critical but stable condition.
The Town of Fairfield’s Office of Community & Economic Development announced today that the Town of Fairfield and the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce are once again co-sponsoring the Fairfield Sidewalk Sale & Street Fair, which will be held rain or shine on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in downtown Fairfield. More than 50 Fairfield businesses are expected to participate, offering a variety of merchandise and special sales. Select merchants will begin previewing sale items on Thursday, July 16. Admission is free. Sherman Green will feature activities for children and families, including an inflatable bounce house. The event will also include live musical entertainment at several locations throughout downtown. A complete event lineup will be announced…
The Town of Stratford Announces Fireworks Celebration on July 2 and Hotline for Information The Town of Stratford is excited to announce that the Independence Day fireworks are scheduled for Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Short Beach Park, located at 1 Dorne Drive. The show will begin at approximately 9:00 p.m., with a rain date set for Monday, July 6, 2026. This year’s fireworks are generously sponsored by IBEW Local Union 488. Additionally, a fireworks information hotline is now active. For the most up-to-date event details, including weather or traffic updates, residents and visitors are encouraged to call the Stratford Fireworks Hotline at 203-380-6757. Parking and Access: On the entire day of July 2, only Stratford residents will be allowed…
From BPD: Bridgeport Police responded to the 400 block of Union Avenue to ShotSpotter activation reporting 15 rounds fired at approximately 4:00 am. One victim was transported to Bridgeport Hospital via private vehicle with a gunshot wound. Their current condition is unknown at this time. The Department is investigating further and will provide an update once available.
Members of the Norwalk Police Special Services Division concluded an investigation into two separate vape shops for illegal sales of cannabis products within the City of Norwalk. Officers executed search-and-seizure warrants at Norwalk Convenience, located at 213 Main Street, and Mr. Vape, located at 203 Liberty Square, both of which resulted in arrests. On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, officers executed the search warrant at Norwalk Convenience. During the execution, officers determined that Ahmed Salem Khayar was the sole occupant and clerk. A total of 4.43 ounces of cannabis products and nitrous oxide were seized, along with cash and other items of evidentiary value. On Wednesday, June 24, 2026, officers executed the search-and-seizure warrant at Mr. Vape. The clerk and sole…
A former Madison Middle School teacher was arrested on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, and charged with Risk of Injury to a Child, after investigation found that he had exchanged inappropriate text messages with a 13-year-old male student. Ryan LaSella, age 34, of Milford, CT, turned himself in at the Trumbull Police Department when he was notified of an active warrant for his arrest. The arrest resulted from an investigation that began in March of 2026, when the Trumbull Police School Resource Officer was notified of the complaint by Trumbull School administrators. The complaint alleges that LaSella had sent inappropriate text messages to a 13-year-old male student between July 2025 and March 2026. LaSella was charged with Risk of Injury to…
An SUV hit and damaged the First Presbyterian Church of Fairfield at 2475 Easton Turnpike. The driver was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. The building inspector was called to inspect the damage. 2026-06-27@10:50am #Fairfield CT
Norwalk Police Execute Search Warrants, Arrest Convicted Felon on Narcotics and Firearm Charges On Thursday, June 25, 2026, the Norwalk Police Department's Special Services Division, with assistance from members of the Tactical Response Team, arrested Jesmar Velazquez. The arrest resulted from a narcotics investigation that led to the execution of three search warrants. As part of the investigation, investigators obtained search warrants for Velazquez's residence, person, and vehicle. In addition, Velazquez was the subject of three active arrest warrants charging him with the sale and possession of a controlled substance. Velazquez was taken into custody without incident at the Stamford Superior Courthouse, where he was appearing for an unrelated court matter. Following his arrest, officers executed the search warrants. During…
