2022-07-21#Fairfield CT– Fairfield residents continue to leave their cars unlocked like they live in Mayberry. Police confirm theft from unlocked vehicles in the Lucille Street, Lockwood Rd, Old Stratfield Road area.
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#Milford CT–On July 11, 2022, Milford Police responded to a domestic violence complaint. The victim stated that their boyfriend was upset and sending threatening text messages to them. They went to speak to Gustave Curcio and began to argue. He punched them twice in the face causing their nose to bleed. They wanted to get out of the vehicle, but he would not stop the car and let them out. After an investigation, Curcio was taken into custody and charged accordingly. He also had 2 active arrest warrants out of Stratford. His bond was set for $95,000
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Department of Consumer Protection May Fine Up to $1,000 Per Day Against Manufacturers Who Fail to Comply with Lemon Law Arbitration Decisions
(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong announced today that Jaguar Land Rover of North America will pay $26,500 for the company’s failure to comply with Connecticut’s Lemon Law.
Connecticut’s Automobile Warranty statute, commonly called the Lemon Law, helps owners of defective vehicles under 2 years old or with fewer than 24,000 miles. The statute provides a low-cost arbitration process to resolve disputes between vehicle owners and manufacturers.
In this case, a Connecticut consumer purchased a Range Rover Velar S. from Jaguar Land Rover. The vehicle suffered from a coolant pump failure, as well as a faulty infotainment touch screen, which blacked out at times and caused the running lights and rear camera to malfunction. The consumer filed a Lemon Law complaint, and the arbitrator found he was entitled to a full refund within 30 days of the decision, no later than January 26. Jaguar Land Rover did not comply until March 1, despite multiple notices and warnings.
Connecticut amended its Lemon Law statute in 2021 to allow the Department of Consumer Protection to levy a fine of up to $1,000 per day against manufacturers who fail to comply with an arbitrator’s decision within the specified deadline. This lawsuit was the first to be filed under that new statute.
“Jaguar Land Rover sold this consumer a lemon, riddled with multiple failures from the start. Connecticut’s Lemon Law helps vehicle owners resolve disputes over these kinds of defective car purchases with no lawyer needed. This consumer filed a complaint and Jaguar Land Rover was ordered to provide a full refund. Jaguar dragged its feet. When a Lemon Law arbitration award is issued, those deadlines are the law, and we will not hesitate to protect consumers against manufacturers who ignore their obligations,” said Attorney General Tong.
“DCP repeatedly notified Jaguar of their duty to comply with the state’s Lemon Law program by providing the consumer with a refund by the date specified by the arbitrator.” said DCP Commissioner Michelle H. Seagull. “When a manufacturer fails to comply with deadlines set by the arbitrator, consumers are harmed by not receiving the benefit of their award, which often means making additional lease or loan payments during the delay. This lawsuit should send a strong message that there will be consequences for a car manufacturer that does not timely comply with a Lemon Law arbitration award.”
June 4 marked the 40th anniversary of Connecticut’s Lemon Law program, which was the first of its kind in the United States. Since then, the Lemon Law program has returned almost $70 million in refunds and replacement vehicles to Connecticut consumers. In the 2020-2021 fiscal year, the Lemon Law program closed 59 cases, and returned almost $2 million to consumers in refunds or returns. In 2021, 77 consumers applied to the Lemon Law program for assistance.
For more information on Connecticut’s Lemon Law and to file a complaint visit ct.gov/dcp/lemon. Consumers who need assistance can also email DCP.LemonLaw@ct.gov or call (860) 713-6120 or the toll-free line (800) 538-CARS (2277).
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2022-07-20@2:02pm–#bridgeport CT– A car has hit the glass window in front of Krauszer’s on Fairfield Avenue. The steel beam kept the building structurally intact. There were no reported injuries, it was NOT an older person this time.
2022-07-20@3:55pm–#Fairfield CT– Report of a bicyclist and car colliding at Mountain Laurel and Brookside Drive. The bicyclist is alert and standing with a cut on his hand according to first radio reports.
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2022-07-20@3:45pm–#Ansonia CT– Report of a naked man who fell on his lawn on Kimberly Lane.
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an Excessive Heat Warning in response to National Weather Service reports of high pressure, sunshine, and southwest winds expected to raise temperatures into the 90’s with heat indices near 100 in the City of Bridgeport. The Excessive Heat Warning will remain in effect from Tuesday, July 19th until, July 22nd at 7:00pm.
Excessive heat index values will occur between 1:00pm and 6:00pm each day.
Extreme heat can cause illness and death among at-risk population who cannot stay cool. The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure.
An Excessive Heat Watch means the combination of heat and humidity could create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are possible. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center provides the following tips:
SPLASH PADS
There are 15 Splash Pads throughout the city to provide “cool” recreation from 10:00am to 8:00pm. A list of splash pads can be found here or visit https://bridgeportct.gov/splashpads
The City of Bridgeport Department of Health and Social Services recommends visiting the Center for Disease Control site which includes podcasts, and instructional videos in English and Spanish at https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/heattips.html
EXCESSIVE HEAT TIPS
COOLING STATIONS A complete list of cooling centers can be found below. Please be advised these days/times are subject to change. Anyone in need of overnight shelter, please call 211 for information.
ALSO NOTE: Protective Face Masks required inside any cooling center.
Senior Centers (Open only weekdays):
Bridgeport Public Library Branches:
Other Cooling Centers:
MORE PREPAREDNESS TIPS:
http://bridgeportct.gov/content/341307/341425/342901/342937.aspx
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2022-07-20@12:19pm–#Bridgeport CT– First responders were called to Walgreens at 1000 Park Avenue for several employees feeling ill. Firefighters metered for gas and found nothing. No employee was treated nor transported to the hospital.
2022-07-19@9:11pm–#Stratford CT–#cttraffic–A motorcyclist had his right arm amputated according to radio reports in a crash on I-95 northbound at exit 30.
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2022-07-19@12:00pm–#Bridgeport CT– A Norwalk Transit Bus stopped short on Stratford Avenue at Carroll Avenue. It caused the passengers to be thrown forward injuring 6 according to radio reports.
