Month: February 2018

Pursuit

State Police UPDATE:

On February 7, 2018 at approximately 00:26 a.m., troopers from Troop G – Bridgeport were conducting speed enforcement on I-95 southbound in the area of exit 40, Milford when they observed a black Honda Accord traveling at a high rate of speed. Troopers attempted to stop the Honda; however the operator increased speed and engaged troopers in pursuit. Troop G dispatch notified troopers that the Honda was reported stolen out of Ansonia.

The Honda continued to traveling south on I-95, at times in excess of 120mph, before the operator eventually lost control on the exit 27A off-ramp in Bridgeport and struck the left side barrier. Two male occupants fled on foot from the Honda, while two female occupants remained inside the vehicle. Both males jumped over the guardrail and ran down the embankment toward Prospect Street in Bridgeport.

Troopers engaged in foot pursuit before one of the males, Quientan Brown, was apprehended by State Police K9 Silver and taken into custody. A few minutes later the second male, a juvenile, was located by troopers and Bridgeport police nearby on Prospect Street, and taken into custody. The female occupants were not charged and were released at the scene.

Quientan Brown (dob 5/25/90) of 798 Howard Ave., Bridgeport, was transported by ambulance to Bridgeport Hospital for injuries resulting from the K9 apprehension. Brown was charged with Interfering with an Officer and was released on a $5,000.00 non-surety bond and scheduled to appear at Milford Superior Court on February 20, 2018.

The juvenile male admitted to operating the Honda, and was transported to Troop G where he was charged Larceny 3rd Degree, Reckless Endangerment 1st Degree, Engaging Police in a Pursuit, Reckless Driving, Evading Responsibility, Operating a Motor Vehicle Without a License, Failure to Maintain Lane and Interfering with an Officer. The juvenile was released on a $10,000.00 non-surety bond and scheduled to appear at the Bridgeport Juvenile Court on February 14, 2018.

 

12:27am–#cttraffic–Police are in pursuit of a black 2007 Honda Accord I-95 southbound in Milford heading towards Bridgeport quickly.  Speeds are exceeding 110mph.

 

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Westport News: Library Employee Charged With Child Porn

#Westport CT–On August 28, 2017, the Westport Police Department received information from the Connecticut State Police Computer Crime Unit of suspected child pornography being shared online. The
complaint involved an unidentified person in Westport sharing a picture of child pornography over Facebook with another unidentified person who does not reside in Connecticut. Sergeant Sereniti Dobson of the Westport Police Youth Division initiated an investigation and was able to identify the suspect who shared the image as Robert Kelly, age 43, of Westport, CT.

On January 16, 2018, members of the Westport Detective Bureau, with the assistance of the regional Technical Investigation Unit, executed a search warrant at Kelly’s residence. During the course of the search, various electronic devices were seized and later examined. Kelly’s devices were found to contain at least 45 images of child pornography with the devices still being forensically examined at the time of this release.
On January 26 th 2018, an arrest warrant was signed and on January 29, 2018, Kelly turned himself in at police headquarters on the active arrest warrant. He was charged with 53a-196d Possession of Child Pornography 2 nd , 53a-196b Promoting Obscene Performance, and 53a-194 Obscenity.

Kelly was released after posting $100,000.00 bond and is scheduled to appear in Norwalk Court on February 7, 2018.

 

Bridgeport News: Bus Accident Is Just A Mirror Tap

4:40pm–#Bridgeport CT– An accident involving a school bus at State and Broad Street turned out to be nothing more than the bus and another vehicle tapping mirrors according to radio reports.  There are students on the bus so if your child is late this is more than likely the reason why they are late!

 

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New Exhibition on Immigrants and Refugees Opens Feb. 8

#Fairfield CT–At a time when the role of immigrants and refugees in American life is the subject of intense debate, a new and timely exhibition, An American Story: Finding Home in Fairfield County, opens in the Fairfield Museum & History Center’s Spaght Gallery on Thursday, February 8.

The exhibition, which also celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI), highlights the experiences of people who have built new lives in the area. A series of photographic portraits and biographical narratives show how eight individuals from across the globe have created a sense of home in Fairfield County. The immigrants and refugees featured in the exhibition come from Cambodia, Congo, Cuba, Hungary, India, Rwanda and Syria.

“Immigrants and refugees have long enriched our state, providing social and cultural diversity, innovation and human resources to drive our economy,” said Claudia Connor, CIRI president and CEO.  “In the current environment, the Fairfield Museum’s exhibition is particularly important as it reminds us that immigration is the most American story there is. These beautiful pictures illustrate the courage, determination and resilience that refugees and immigrants bring with them not only to Fairfield County but to America as a whole.”

A variety of programs, films and lectures will be presented in conjunction with the exhibition throughout its nearly six-month run. All of these events will be open to the public. The exhibition closes on July 23.

Mike Jehle, the Fairfield Museum’s executive director said, “We are honored to partner with CIRI to celebrate how refugees and immigrants have been vital community builders throughout our history, and to explore how we all can become more informed participants in this national dialogue. As southwestern Connecticut’s premier community center, the Fairfield Museum engages with important, topical issues that define our community today and into the future.”

Photographs in the exhibition are by Caren Winnall. The Fairfield Museum would also like to extend special thanks to Lynne Penczer, who conducted interviews with each of the individuals profiled in the exhibition.

 

Amateure Radio Class Offered

Fairfield, Connecticut (February 4, 2018) – The Greater Fairfield Amateur Radio Association (GFARA) is offering an amateur radio technician class at the Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 77 Building (Building 5) located at 595 Turney Road in Fairfield. Classes will run for 9 weeks from February 7th through April 18th and be held from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. The class costs $50 which covers the textbook, handouts, exam fee and a one-year membership to the GFARA Amateur Radio Club. The course will be taught by a team of experienced amateur radio (also referred to as Ham Radio) operators, lead by Larry Gross.

 

The FCC Technician License exam covers basic regulations, operating practices, and electronics theory, with a focus on VHF and UHF applications. Class Lead Larry Gross said, “You don’t need any prior experience or familiarity with electronics and you don’t even have to learn Morse Code”!  Technicians are able to operate FM voice, digital packet (computers), television, single-sideband voice and several other interesting modes. Being a technician allows you to make international radio contacts via satellites using relatively simple station equipment.

Amateur Radio (ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics and communication together. People use ham radio to talk across town, around the world, or even into space, all without the Internet or cell phones. It’s fun, social, educational, and can be a lifeline during times of need. Mr. Gross added that “many of us are active in the preparedness community, even assisting in events like the Fairfield Half Marathon”.

For more information and the class registration forms visit the club’s website, www.gfara.com or email the class’s coordinator at 4samfox@gmail.com or message their Twitter feed @GFARAclub.

 

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Bridgeport Student To Be Senator’s Aid

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) announced on Monday that he has appointed Isaac Vargas, a junior at Central High School in Bridgeport, to serve as a U.S. Senate Page for the Spring 2018 program. Isaac will have the opportunity to work in the Senate chamber and assist with day-to-day operations at the Capitol.

 

“Isaac is a fantastic, dedicated student,” said Murphy. “I’m excited to bring him on board with our office. Pages have the unique opportunity to see our government at work up close, and I know he’s going to learn a lot during his time here.”

 

“I’m very excited to have the chance to represent Bridgeport and my Latino community,” said Isaac Vargas. “It’s an honor to come to the Senate, work every day for the betterment of our country, and meet other great students from across the nation. I took an AP government class, and it’s amazing to see that AP government class unfold right in front of your eyes. Not a lot of people have this opportunity, so I’m very honored and humbled.”

 

Page responsibilities include delivery of correspondence and legislative materials within the Congressional complex, taking messages for members, preparing the Chamber for Senate sessions, and carrying bills and amendments to the desk. Pages are also required to attend classes each morning at the Page School beginning at 6:15am. The Senate Page Program is administrated by the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, and the party secretaries.

 

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