2024-03-29@7:41pm—-#Bridgeport CT– A woman in her 60’s has been hit by a car at Norman and State Street. Unknown if the driver stopped, the area is closed as a crime scene right now. A pedestrian was also reported struck on Water Street as well.
2024-03-29@4:15pm–#Bridgeport CT– Firefighters were called to the 600 block of Park Street for a porch fire. Firefighters made a quick knock-down of the fire contained to the porch. There was a slight smoke condition in the basement.
Report of a gas leak caused by a contractor who struck a gas line at the 300 block of Midlock Road in Fairfield.
Report of a transformer malfunction that caused a power outage around the 1 block of Greenhouse Road. First responders on the scene say there’s no fire but the transformer did malfunction and the power is still out at this time.
Report of a 2 car Motor Vehicle Accident at the intersection of Park Ave and Merritt Street
A pedestrian was struck by a motor vehicle at 999 Broad Street
A report of a structure fire at 115 New Haven Ave in Derby was a dryer fire in the back room of a barber shop on the second floor which is now reported to be out at this time. Firefighters are currently checking for any extension to this fire.
Today’s Car Fire was in front of the 3500 block of Main Street. The fire is out at this time
Program Begins Accepting Applications on April 1
Westport, CT – Human Services Director Elaine Daignault reminds qualifying residents that the 2024 State of Connecticut’s Renters’ Rebate Program begins accepting applications on April 1, 2024. Westport residents must contact the Westport Human Services Department on or after April 1, 2024, to make an appointment to complete the application.
The State of CT Renters’ Rebate Program provides income-based reimbursement for seniors aged 65+ and/or individuals with disabilities who collect Social Security income. The renters’ rebate amount is based on qualifying income and the amount of rent and utility payments (excluding telephone) made in the previous calendar year (2023). The maximum income for a single person to qualify is $43,800 or $53,400 for a married couple.
In addition to meeting the criteria above, applicants must meet a one-year state residency requirement. People renting an apartment, room, mobile home, or cooperative housing may be eligible for this program. Go to 2024 State of Connecticut’s Renters’ Rebate Program to learn more about the program.
The deadline to apply for this state-funded program is September 27, 2024. Applicants must contact the Human Services Department at (203) 341-1067 or via email at Kwitt@westportct.gov to complete the application process. Please note: Connecticut residents living outside Westport must contact their municipality to receive assistance with the application.
2024-03-27@12:00pm–#Fairfield CT– A contractor has hit a gas main on Eleven O’clock Road. Fire and gas company on the way.
(Westport, CT) On March 26, 2024 at approximately 12:42 am, Westport Police responded to a residence near Compo Beach on a report from a homeowner that their vehicle was being burglarized.
The complainant reported that their Ring doorbell camera activated when a suspect entered a vehicle parked in the driveway. The complainant reported that a dark colored vehicle was waiting in the street for the suspect. Westport Police were on scene almost immediately and set up a perimeter in the area of Hills Point Road, Greens Farms Road, and Compo Road South. One of the responding officers located a suspicious vehicle exiting Mimi Lane and initiated a traffic stop. The vehicle did
not stop for the officer and fled the area. An officer stationed at Hills Point Road and Greens Farms Road waited for the suspect vehicle to approach his location where he successfully deployed a tire deflation device (Stop Sticks). The vehicle continued east on Greens Farms Road. Another officer who was in the area observed the vehicle entering Sherwood Island State Park and waited for it to exit as he knew the park and gates were closed. The vehicle emerged from the park and became disabled from the flat tires as it entered I-95 NB at Exit 18. All three occupants then fled on foot.
Responding officers gave chase and located two of the individuals (1 adult and 1 juvenile) hiding in the water of the marsh to the south of I-95. A short time later, MTA Police notified Westport Police that they had located the third suspect, a juvenile, in the area of Clayton Place. All three parties were arrested, transported to Westport Police Department, and charged with the following crimes:
CGS 53a-48/53a-125b Conspiracy Commit Larceny 6
CGS 53a-48/53a-103 Conspiracy to Commit Burglary 3 rd
CGS 53a-167a Interfering with a Police Officer
The arrested adult was identified as Willie Redd, a 19 year old male from Naugatuck, CT and he was
additionally charged with:
CGS 14-222 Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle
CGS 14-223(b) Engaging in Pursuit
The two juveniles were released on juvenile summonses to their family while Mr. Redd was released after posting bond and being assigned a court date of April 11, 2024 at Stamford Superior Court.
The Westport Police again remind residents to lock their vehicles and take valuables out of their locked cars. We encourage the use of alarm/surveillance systems and exterior lighting at night.
