Fire at SHU
Report of a small fire in the dining area of Sacred Heart University 5151 Park Ave in Fairfield. Firefighters located the source and quickly put out the fire.
BRIDGEPORT POLICE ASK PUBLIC TO IDENTIFY PERSON OF INTEREST IN P.T. BARNUM HOMICIDE
BRIDGEPORT, CT – The Bridgeport Police Department is asking the public to help identify a male seen in photographs released by investigators. Police say he is a person of interest in the killing of Johnny Nesmith at the P.T. Barnum housing complex on August 9, 2026. Nesmith, 46, was shot numerous times outside Building 21 at approximately 1:00 a.m. Police said the shooting happened shortly after a reunion of residents and former residents of the complex that had been held the previous day, Saturday, August 8. Investigators said numerous people were near Nesmith when he was shot, but no one else was struck by gunfire. Homicide detectives are also asking anyone who may have cell phone video that could assist…
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG, FTC ANNOUNCE $4 MILLION SETTLEMENT WITH MANCHESTER CITY NISSAN
(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong and the Federal Trade Commission announced a $4 million settlement with Manchester City Nissan and its owners and managers, resolving allegations that the business double-charged customers for “certified pre-owned” vehicles and collected unnecessary fees without consumer authorization. In January 2024, Connecticut and the FTC sued Chase Nissan LLC, which did business as Manchester City Nissan, along with its owners and managers over alleged unlawful conduct at the dealership. “Manchester City Nissan systematically ripped-off Connecticut customers through needless, unauthorized junk fees. We sued in coordination with the Federal Trade Commission, and today’s settlement will now send millions of dollars back to customers. Car costs are through the roof right now, and Connecticut families deserve…
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG ISSUES STATEMENT AS TRIAL AGAINST META BEGINS OVER ALLEGED HARM TO CHILDREN
(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong issued a statement as Connecticut and a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general began presenting their case against Meta in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. In the lawsuit filed in October 2023, 29 states, including Connecticut, allege Meta deliberately designed its platforms to exploit young users’ vulnerabilities, foster compulsive use, and maximize the amount of time young people spend on Facebook and Instagram. The attorneys general also allege Meta knew about harms to young users but deceived users, parents, and the public about those risks. The lawsuit further alleges Meta illegally collected personal information from children under 13 without parental consent in violation of the federal Children’s Online Privacy Protection…
BRIDGEPORT TEEN CHARGED AS ADULT IN CATHERINE STREET MURDER
BRIDGEPORT, CT – A Bridgeport teen arrested last week in connection with the July murder of a man on Catherine Street was arraigned Tuesday in Bridgeport Superior Court. Jabez Holley, 17, was formally charged as an adult with Murder and Carrying a Pistol Without a Permit. His bond was set at $1.5 million. Holley is accused of shooting and killing 18-year-old Leon Richardson at approximately 6:45 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026. Police said Richardson was sitting in a car he had just parked on Catherine Street, between Washington Avenue and Harral Avenue, when he was struck multiple times by gunfire. He died at the scene. Richardson was from the North End of Bridgeport and was a former basketball standout…
Car Fire at Aldi
Today's Car Fire was in the parking lot of Aldi in Fairfield, 290 Tunxis Hill Road. Firefighters arrived to a fully involved fire and quickly got to work putting it out. There is no report of any injuries at this time.
NORWALK MAN CHARGED AFTER TWO PEOPLE STABBED DURING FIGHT
NORWALK, CT – Norwalk Police arrested a 35-year-old man after two people were stabbed during a fight involving approximately 10 to 15 people near Ely Avenue and Lowe Street early Sunday morning. Police said officers responded to the area at approximately 6:14 a.m. following a report of a large fight. When officers arrived, they did not observe an active disturbance and began interviewing witnesses and bystanders. During the initial investigation, officers arrested Friedston D. Bowen Jr. on charges of Breach of Peace in the Second Degree and Interfering with an Officer. Bowen was transported to Norwalk Police Department Headquarters. Later that morning, at approximately 7:17 a.m., officers were dispatched to Norwalk Hospital after two people arrived with knife wounds. Police…
Small Fire On Outside of Building
Report of a small fire on the exterior of a building at the 100 block of Nutmeg Road in Bridgeport. Firefighters on scene report the fire has been extinguished at this time.
BRIDGEPORT TO HOST COMMUNITY CONVERSATION ON EXTREME HEAT AND AIR QUALITY
BRIDGEPORT, CT – The City of Bridgeport Department of Health & Social Services will host a free Community Conversation on Extreme Heat and Air Quality on Wednesday, August 19, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Newfield Branch Library, 755 Central Avenue. The event will focus on how extreme heat and poor air quality can affect the health and well-being of Bridgeport residents. Participants will have an opportunity to learn about the connection between climate, air quality, and public health, as well as ways to stay safe and protect their families during periods of extreme heat. Residents will also be able to ask questions, share their experiences, and take part in a broader discussion about environmental challenges affecting Bridgeport…
Several People Stuck On The Rocks
Report of between 6-8 people on the rocks that got trapped from the high tide at Seaside Park in Bridgeport. At this time they are being rescued, because of a potential storm that is coming in.