Month: August 2013

Vibes recap from police

(Bridgeport, CT – Aug. 1, 2013) —  Police narcotics officers and state and federal partners made nearly two dozen felony drug arrests during the Gathering of the Vibes, confiscated significant quantities of drugs and seized almost $24,000.

“In total, the event was very successful. The feedback from people who attended was very positive,” said Police Chief Joseph L. Gaudett Jr. “A small fraction of the people came with bad intentions, and law enforcement had to intervene.”

Over the course of the four-day music festival, police arrested 23 people on felony drug charges and seized $23,837 and four vehicles. Investigators also seized significant amounts of illegal drugs and food items infused with hallucinogens and other drugs. More than 20,000 people attended the event.

The items included drug-laced lollipops and rice cereal treats, among others.

Police also seized amounts of marijuana, hashish, ecstasy, Ketamine (an animal tranquilizer),Xanax, narcotic painkillers, cocaine, LSD, heroin and hallucinogenic mushrooms.

The totals amounts are being calculated.

“This was a collaborative effort. Vibes security and law enforcement worked exceptionally well together this year ensuring that the people who came to enjoy the music could do just that,” said Gaudett. “A lot of work happened behind the scenes, with the cooperation of organizers, to make this event as safe as possible.”

Police continue to work with organizers to minimize disruption to people in the community who host this event.

Beer tasting in Fairfield Friday night!

Beer Tasting 6pm to 8pm  Premier Wine and Spirits 525 Tunxis Hill Rd, Fairfield

Tonight’s tasting features White Birch Hop Session and Wachusett Summer Ale. White Birch Hop Session American Pale Ale brewed with West Coast hops for a full flavored, drinkable experience. Wachusett Summer is An American wheat ale with a hint of lemon that is light and refreshing!

Burglary Patrol deployed in Bridgeport

(Bridgeport, CT – Aug. 1, 2013) – Burglaries remain down by 17 percent in the city this year but a recent uptick prompted police to launch preventative patrols in two areas.

“Both violent and property crime continue to trend downward, and that’s great news,” said Police Chief Joseph L. Gaudett Jr.  “But as we analyze our data on a daily basis, we’ve noticed increase in burglaries in two areas of the city and deployed resources to address it.”

The police department has launched special “burglary patrols” in areas that have experienced recent increases.

“The department has added patrol units dedicated exclusively to addressing the increase in burglaries, and the effort so far has been effective,” said Chief Gaudett. “The officers focus on areas where we have seen a problem, check on businesses and conduct field interviews of suspicious people.

“We also need the public’s help in following some basic tips that will help people from being victimized,” he said.

The increase involves both commercial and residential burglaries, mainly focused in the northern end of the city and Upper East End.

Three involved commercial break-ins in which large quantities of cigarettes were taken.

Two incidents happened at S & A Cigar and Tobacco on Huntington Turnpike and one at Doughnut Inc. on Boston Avenue.

Detectives are investigating a possible link in the cases, and believe the cigarette cartons were being sold on the street or to local convenience stores or bodegas at a reduced price.

Additional patrols have been added to the Upper East End and to areas in the North End.

“We deployed the burglary patrol units that work in conjunction with the detective bureau burglary  unit,” said Capt. Robert Gearing. “These officers don’t answer 911 calls. They are assigned to the areas where we have observed increases. The key is visibility and being proactive.”

The department is asking the public to follow some basic tips that will help deter burglars:

Make sure that exterior lights are mounted out of reach, so that burglars can’t easily unscrew bulbs.

  • Consider buying motion-sensitive lights, which are now available at relatively low prices.
  • Use a variable light timer to activate lights inside your home.
  • Trim trees and shrubs near doors and windows so burglars can’t hide in the shadows
  • Install deadbolt locks on exterior doors
  • Install double key locks in doors that contain glass (Remember to keep a key in a designated place in case of a fire)
  • Think like a burglar and “case” your house the way a burglar would to gain access
  • Lock up your ladders and tools that a burglar could use to break in

·         Work with your neighbors

The Breakfast Buffet is open!

The Breakfast Buffet is open at the Chef’s Table at 1561 Post Road, Fairfield.  Hot breakfast buffet from 8:30am-11:00am.  Featuring Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Waffles, Pancakes, Sweet Potato home fries, Hash browns & a Vegetable Fritatta. Also serving Organic coffee, Tea hot or iced, omelets, bagels, Steel cut Oatmeal and so much more.

What is your favorite breakfast food?

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