2024-02-09@6:00pm–#Bridgeport CT– #cttraffic— Report of a crash with injuries on I-95 southbound at exit 27.
I-95 Crash
Month: February 2024
ELDERLY SCAM THWARTED, ARREST MADE
On February 6, 2024, the Fairfield Police Department arrested Bin Sun) of Brooklyn, NY on charges of Criminal Attempt at Larceny 1st Degree following a reported scam targeting an elderly resident.
The investigation began when the victim received an email earlier in the day, purportedly from “Geek Squad,” falsely claiming a $525.00 purchase. To dispute the charge, the victim called the phone number provided in the email and spoke with a male who claimed to be a member of Geek Squad. Believing the interaction to be legitimate, the victim unsuspectingly provided bank account information and granted remote access to her computer, under the false pretense of receiving a refund.
The scammer manipulated the victim into believing a fictitious refund of $25,000.00 had been mistakenly processed. The victim was then coerced into withdrawing $20,000.00 in cash from her bank, with additional plans to collect $5,000.00 the following day. The scammer assured the victim that someone would stop by their home to collect the initial $20,000.
Fairfield Police Detectives, in collaboration with the victim, initiated a surveillance operation to apprehend the scammer. Detectives observed a vehicle park across from the victim’s home, matching the description provided by the scammer. The operator of the vehicle was subsequently identified as Bin Sun and was detained. Upon detaining Sun, a search revealed a substantial amount of cash on his person. Further investigation revealed that Sun had traveled from Brooklyn, NY, with the intent to fraudulently obtain funds.
Bin Sun was charged with Criminal Attempt at Larceny 1st Degree and was initially held on a $10,000.00 bond. He is scheduled to appear at Bridgeport Superior Court on 02/20/2024. Sun was released from custody after posting the state-required minimum of 7% of his bond.
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Manhunt After Shots Fired On I-95
Unconfirmed radio reports said there were shots fired on I-95 in Stratford. State police located the vehicle which allegedly crashed in Milford at exit 35 with a manhunt in the wooded area. Again this is breaking news and details will more than likely change. Police just said they have everyone in custody and that the firearm was recovered.
Today’s Vehicle Fire
2024-02-08@6:55pm–#Stratford CT– #cttraffic– Today’s vehicle fire is on I-95 southbound near exit exit 30. No reported injuries. There was a second report of vehicle fire by exit 25 but that was unfounded.
Shelton Police and State of CT agencies conduct inspections of Smoke Shops.
On 02/05/2024 the Shelton Detective Bureau along with the Department of Consumer Protection, Department of Revenue Services and the Department of Mental Heath and Addiction Services conducted inspections of six Shelton smoke shops.
Prior to inspection, underage persons were sent into each shop to purchase tobacco products. In each instance the underage person was sold tobacco or a vape product and none were asked for identification. The shops inspected were Smoke City located at 719 Bridgeport Ave, Nicks Convenience located at 609 Howe Ave, Shelton Smoker located at 500 Howe Ave, 420 Smoke Shop located at 420 Howe Ave, Smoke World located at 350 Bridgeport Ave and Breeze 2 Smoke Shop located at 874 Bridgeport Ave. During the inspections, cannabis products that the store did not have the proper license to sell along with illegal cannabis products were located. These products included gummies, loose marijuana cigarettes, high THC vape and electronic cigarettes, several synthetic cannabinoids, and other THC products. There were approximately 1,900 products seized with an estimated retail value of $76,000. The store employees who sold the products at each shop were charged for sale of a vape product to an underage person on scene. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are expected.
The charges in the press release are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Two Assault Man in Burglary Incident
On February 6, 2024 at about 2:45 A.M. the Ansonia Police Department investigated an aggravated assault on Woodlawn Avenue. The victim, a 65 year old Ansonia resident, reported someone knocked on his door and when he opened the door two males forced their way into his residence. One male was armed with a handgun and asked him where his money was. The victim reported the male with the handgun then took a knife and cut him in the upper body. Both males then fled the residence. The victim provided a description of one of the suspects as a black male about 6 feet 2 inches tall around 30 to 40 years old and the other male was just described as shorter than the first male. This appears to be an isolated incident.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the police department at 203-735-1885 or anonymous tips can be left at Tip411 at the link below.
Ansonia News: Stabbing Update
#Ansonia: On February 7, 2024 at about 12:30 P.M. the Ansonia Police Department responded to the 300 block of Main Street to investigate a reported stabbing. First responding officers found a female suffering from a stab wound to the upper body. The female was transported to a local hospital for treatment and is in stable condition. The suspect was identified as a neighbor of the victim, William Petaway. Officers were able to make contact with Petaway on the phone and he agreed to return to Ansonia where he was taken into custody without incident.
William Petaway, age 50, of Ansonia was charged with Criminal Attempt at Murder, Assault Second Degree, and Threatening Second Degree. He is being held on a $750,000.00 bond and will be arraigned at Derby Superior Court on February 8, 2024.
STATE REPRESENTATIVE JENNIFER LEEPER, STATE SENATOR TONY HWANG, FIRST SELECTMAN BILL GERBER BACK CONNECTICUT SITING COUNCIL’S VOTE AGAINST UI RAILROAD TRANSMISSION LINE UPGRADE PROJECT AS PROPOSED
Council voted unanimously against project in its present form
FAIRFIELD, CT – State Representative Jennifer Leeper (D-Fairfield), State Senator Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield), and Fairfield First Selectman Bill Gerber today supported the Connecticut Siting Council’s unanimous vote against the United Illuminating (UI) Railroad Transmission Line Upgrade Project as proposed.
During Thursday’s Siting Council finding of fact meeting, the Council examined the submitted evidence and made a preliminary non-binding opinion on UI’s proposed project in Docket 516. Not one commissioner voted in support of UI’s project as proposed. Four commissioners, including the Chairman, supported the perspective that the new monopoles should be moved to the north side of the tracks, so as to avoid the creation of a second transmission corridor in such a congested region. One commissioner even voted no on the entire project.
Specific environmental concerns were also raised by the commissioners and will need to be addressed by UI in an updated plan to be resubmitted to the CT Siting Council.
“I wholeheartedly support the decision made by the Connecticut Siting Council today, with not one commissioner voting in favor of the plan as proposed. UI put forward an unreasonable proposal and today the Siting Council recognized that,” Rep. Leeper said. “This decision comes as a result of the passionate work of the people of Fairfield. Residents have been united in their opposition to this intrusive, destructive, and opaque plan, and have raised valid and specific concerns throughout this process. Today’s Siting Council decision shows that they took seriously the facts raised by intervenors, considered them closely, and are holding our electric utility to a reasonable standard. For this, I am tremendously grateful. This decision is non-binding and therefore, does not mark the end of our advocacy. Nonetheless, today, we breathe a small sigh of relief here in Fairfield and Bridgeport.”
“I am eager to review this report in detail,” Sen. Hwang said. “UI’s monopole project will adversely affect our communities in Bridgeport and Fairfield/Southport. It will negatively impact residents and businesses who are united in their objection to this disruptive project. UI’s lack of transparency during this process has been frustrating. That being said, it should be noted that the fight continues on this issue. The town, residents, and commercial intervenors will continue the fight for their rights and access to the facts in any manner they can. I am part of a bipartisan coalition of legislative leaders from Fairfield and Bridgeport which is united in our support of the towns, residents and commercial businesses. This is a fight for fairness. It is a fight to demand respect for ratepayers and their property rights.”
Town of Fairfield First Selectman Bill Gerber said, “Yesterday’s public deliberation is a significant step in the right direction. The Town appreciates the Siting Council’s consideration of the precious cultural resources to the south of the railroad tracks, including the historic properties, religious institutions, residences and businesses that all would have been devastated by UI’s preferred option. However, the Town still believes that undergrounding is the best solution for this project. We continue to have serious concerns about the potential impacts of a double-circuit design. There should be no easements over sensitive areas to the north of the railroad tracks, and the monopoles should not be taller than those that are currently there.”
Rep. Leeper represents the 132nd District, which includes Fairfield and Southport. Sen. Hwang represents the 28th District, which includes Fairfield, Bethel, Easton, and Newtown. First Selectman Berger was elected to serve Fairfield in 2023.
Ansonia News: Shooting
#Ansonia CT– On February 6, 2024, the Ansonia Police responded to multiple calls of shots fired on Fourth Street around Liberty and Star Streets at 8:45 P.M. Investigation revealed shell casings on the scene, and video footage captured individuals firing guns seemingly without motive, prompting a search for information, urging the public to contact the police or submit anonymous tips through Tip411 at https://www.tip411.com/tips/new?alert_group_id=21553.
Ansonia News: Woman Stabbed
2024-02-07@12:44pm–#Ansonia CT– Report of a woman stabbed inside an apartment in the 300 block of Main Street.
