Month: January 2018

Bridgeport News: Gun Brought To School

#Bridgeport CT--- Police confirmed the many messages I received from Blackham School parents that the school was on lockdown after guns were brought to school.  Spokesperson Av Harris said that one student brought a fake gun, but another brought a real gun loaded with ammunition.  Harris said that both guns were quickly discovered by security and both students were arrested.  Blackham School is located at 425 Thorme Street.   This news report is made possible by:

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Bridgeport News: Mayor/Chief Statements On State Attorney’s Ruling

Bridgeport, CT – Statement of Mayor Joseph Ganim: “I extend my deepest sympathies to the family of Jayson Negron and all those affected by this terrible tragedy.  I stand in solidarity with the community in peaceful and constructive means to express our feelings and emotions through this difficult healing process. "This has been a very difficult eight months for the family and our community. We will continue to work with leaders in the community and other elected officials to find opportunities to bring people together and support our youth.”   Statement of Chief A.J. Perez: “This is a very difficult time for the community and for my department. This was a tragic event where a police officer made a split-second decision. I…

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