7:55pm–#Bridgeport CT– Multiple reports of shots fired on Jane Street on the East Side. Bullets flew through a family’s home in the 200 block. So far no one reported hit.
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St. Patrick’s Day is one of America’s most widely celebrated holidays, for the Irish and non-Irish alike. It’s a great excuse to gather with friends and family and make merry over bangers n’ mash and a pint of green beer. Sadly, the night often ends with drunk drivers on the road, which pose a threat to other drivers, vehicle passengers, and pedestrians. In 2016 alone, 60 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes during the St. Patrick’s Day holiday period (6 p.m. March 16 to 5:59 a.m. March 18). Not only is this behavior deadly, it is illegal. For that reason, Norwalk Police will be out in full force to make sure that if you are behind the wheel, you are sober. This year, if you will be drinking alcohol, remember: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Tragically, March 17 has become a dangerous holiday on our nation’s roads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), during the 2016 St. Patrick’s Day holiday period, almost two-fifths (39%) of all motor vehicle crash fatalities involved drunk drivers. The early hours of March 18 did not fare much better. Between midnight and 5:59 a.m., nearly three-fourths (69%) of all crash fatalities involved drunk drivers. In fact, from 2012 to 2016, almost two-fifths (38%) of the drunk-driving fatalities during this holiday period involved drivers who had blood alcohol concentrations (BACs) well above the .08 limit, with 269 drunk-driving fatalities total. Drivers should also keep an eye out for pedestrians who have had too much to drink. Walking while intoxicated can also be deadly, as lack of attention to their surroundings could put pedestrians at risk of being hit by a vehicle. “St. Patrick’s Day should only be a good time for members of our community,” said Lieutenant Terrence Blake. “But we need your help to make this a reality. A commitment to sober driving keeps our neighborhood roads safe. Always make a plan before heading out to the festivities. Understand the dangers of drinking and driving. Designate a sober driver before you and your friends go out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Remember: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over—St. Paddy’s Day, and every day,” Blake said. Norwalk Police Department Norwalk Department of Police Service One Monroe Street • Norwalk, Connecticut • (203) 854-3000 Drunk-driving death rates are staggering: In 2016, there were 10,497 people killed in drunk-driving crashes. Another way to look at it? An average of one person was killed every 50 minutes in a drunk-driving crash in the United States that year. Too many people are not getting the message. Drunk driving is a deadly and illegal behavior. It is inexcusable, and it is unacceptable. “We are asking our community’s drivers to work with us to end drunk driving,” said Lieutenant Blake. “There are too many reliable alternatives to get you home safely. Think before you act.” The Norwalk Police Department recommends the following safe alternatives to drinking and driving: • First: Always remember to plan ahead. You know whether you will attend a party. If you plan to drink, plan for a sober driver to take you home. Is it your turn to be the designated driver? Take that role seriously—your friends could be relying on you. • Remember that it is never okay to drink and drive. Even if you have only had one alcoholic beverage, designate a sober driver or plan to use public or alternate transportation to get home safely. • If you see a drunk driver on the road, call 911. • Have a friend who is about to drink and drive? Take the keys away and arrange to get them home safely. Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111 Anonymous Internet tips can be sent to Norwalk Police website at: www.norwalkpd.com Anonymous text tips can be submitted by typing “NPD” into the text field, followed by the message, and sending it to CRIMES (274637)
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4:11pm–#Bridgeport CT– A suspect trying to break into a home at Karen Court and Tesiny Circle fled on foot before police arrived. If you live in the area keep a close watch!
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#Fairfield CT–On 03/15/2018 at 5:34pm the Fairfield Police Department responded to a report of a woman who stated she was scammed out of $200.00 at the Super Stop & Shop, 1160 Kings Hwy Cutoff in Fairfield. The complainant reported that while backing out of a parking space in the lot, she looked in her rearview mirror and made sure it was clear to proceed. As she continued backing up, she suddenly heard a loud thump at the rear of her vehicle. After getting out to investigate, she observed an unidentified male holding his hand as if he was in pain. The male suspect told her she had backed into him as he was walking behind her vehicle. The male suspect also told her that she had damaged his phone, which he was holding in his hand. The complainant suggested calling the police and the male suspect convinced her to pay him for his damaged phone and he would forget about being struck. After giving him the money and leaving the area, she became suspicious to his behavior and drove back to the lot. She said it appeared the male suspect was looking for other patrons to scam. The suspect was described as a white or Hispanic male with long black hair in a ponytail and wearing a maroon and black tracksuit. The complainant said that it appeared he may possibly be working with another subject operating a grey compact sedan driving around the parking lot. Officers were unable to locate the male in question when they arrived. Anyone with information regarding the scam is asked to call the Fairfield Police Department at (203)254-4808, or Text-A- Tip to CRIMES (274637).
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2:39pm–#Fairfield CT– One person was injured in a two car crash at Judd and Black Rock Turnpike.
11:11am–Firefighters on the way to Read School at 130 Ezra Street, Read School for a report of smoke coming out ofa bathroom in Room 104. The call was quickly recalled but firefighters are going in with an exhaust fan.
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9:02am–#Bridgeport CT– A fire in the basement of 1002 Pembroke Street spread to the third floor this morning. One tenant on the second floor was treated for smoke inhalation. The fire went to two alarms before firefighters were able to bring the fire under control. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. Red Cross are on scene assisting the tenants with temporary housing and aid.
1:00am–#Bridgeport CT– Tonight’s vehicle fire is at Trumbull Gardens at 455 Trumbull Avenue in the back parking lot.
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#Trumbull CT– On March 14, 2018, a jogger reported to police that a male in his car reportedly exposed himself to her on Huntington Turnpike near the Nichols fields in Trumbull. The male also reportedly followed her and asked repeatedly if she wanted a ride before eventually driving away. Police are requesting that anyone who may have information on this incident please contact us. On Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at around 5:00 p.m., a female was jogging in the Nichols park along Huntington Turnpike (Rt. 108) near Unity Road. The jogger initially saw a small blue car parked next to a larger white vehicle in the dirt lot of the park. The jogger reported the small blue car then began to follow her as she jogged out onto the road. The driver who she described as a white male, aged mid to late 50’s, balding, wearing round wire-rimmed glasses and a button-down shirt pulled the car alongside her and he began to expose himself to her while asking her to get into his car. The female was able to run away unharmed and the male drove away. The car’s license plate was described as being out of state with an orange color and possibly bearing the characters “622FJ”. Trumbull is asking anyone with information to contact them at 203-261-3665. They may also make an anonymous tip by going to: http://www.trumbull-ct.gov/PoliceTips
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9:07pm–#Bridgeport CT– Just after 9pm police attempted to pull over a red Toyota Camry on Laurel Avenue. The car took off and a short pursuit turned on to Wood Avenue, across North Avenue before coming to a stop at the corner of Birdseye Street. Police spokesperson Av Harris said that one shot was fired from a police officer, no one was hit. The officer was transported to St. Vincent’s Hospital for protocol observation. I counted three suspects, all three were transported to the hospital after being tased. This is still breaking news, Av Harris has not spoken with detectives so this information can change.
