Month: May 2018

Westport News: Fraudulent Checks

#Westport CT–On 04/27/2018 at approximately 3:15pm, officers were dispatched to Bank of America on a report of a two fraudulent checks that had just been passed. While en route to that location, officers were advised the suspect was now at a second Bank of America location in town. Upon arrival there, officers located the suspect exiting the lobby and attempted to detain him. He struggled and broke free only to be taken into custody a moment later with assistance from bank security. Officers learned the suspect attempted to deposit two more fraudulent checks at that location.

 

The suspect was identified as Wandy Cruz, 18, of Brooklyn, NY. He was taken into custody and charged with two counts of 53a-128 Issuing a Bad Check and 53a-49 Attempt to Commit (Larceny 4th) for his actions at the first location. He was additionally charged with 53a- 128 Issuing a Bad Check, two counts of 53a-49 Attempt to Commit (Larceny 4 th ) and 53a-167a Interfering with an Officer for his actions at the second Bank of America location. Cruz was held on a total of $10,000 bond, which he was unable to post. He was transported to Norwalk Court this morning.

 

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Ganim Asks Public Help In Chief Of Police Search

Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Joe Ganim announced today that as part of the search process for a police chief, the City of Bridgeport Civil Service Department will hold two public forums to allow the hired Police Chief Search Consultant Randi Frank and community members to meet. These open discussions will allow community members to voice their opinions on what they are looking for in a Police Chief for the City of Bridgeport.

“This is a very important position within our city’s leadership,” said Mayor Ganim. “I am encouraging all residents and members of our clergy and community groups to participate in this process.  I am glad to hear that there are already several representatives of faith-based organizations that are planning to attend.  It is important for everyone to have their voice heard and share their thoughts on what characteristics they believe to be essential for Bridgeport’s Police Chief.”

Stakeholders, city leaders, and community members will come together on Thursday, May 10th at 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the Wheeler Rooms A and B at City Hall, 45 Lyon Terrace.   These meetings are open to the public, all are welcome to attend, no reservation required.

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