Month: June 2025

3 shot 2 critical at two locations in Bridgeport UPDATE FROM POLICE: Both Victims recovering from surgery

https://youtu.be/a8FQhJg15Io UPDATE from Bridgeport Police: At approximately 7:21 PM on June 25, 2025, a ShotSpotter Activation was made for 12 rounds near the 40-50 block of Sheridan Street. Responding patrol officers located a crime scene and two victims presented themselves at Bridgeport Hospital. Victim 1, age 26 and victim 2, age 18. Both victims are recovering from surgery and were previously listed in critical condition. Members of the Crime Gun Intelligence Center (CGIC) canvassed the area, processed the crime scene, and conducted interviews. Anyone with information on this shooting is encouraged to call the Bridgeport Police tip line at 203-576-TIPS. The lead CGIC DB investigator is Timothy Leonard. Around the same time, another party, victim 3 age 24, also showed…

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Cafe Fire

https://youtu.be/1tgRHT8iTY0 Report of a fire at the Seagrape Cafe on Reef Road in Fairfield. Firefighters got on scene to report smoke in the building. It is unknown at time what the inside damage may be.

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Crash With Extrication & DUI-UPDATE

A crash at Fairfield Avenue and Clarkson Street in Bridgeport on Tuesday ended with one driver in the hospital and another in handcuffs. Police say one vehicle was empty when they arrived. The other had a driver trapped inside, who was extricated and taken to St. Vincent’s with unknown injuries. The unoccupied vehicle’s driver, 47-year-old Mark Coover of Bridgeport, asked to move his car—but instead tried to flee. Officers stopped him, and after a brief foot chase, he was arrested. Coover admitted to drinking, refused a sobriety test, and now faces multiple charges, including DUI and interfering with police. His bond was set at $10,000. 2025-06-24@6:12pm--#Bridgeport CT

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Pedestrian Struck at Kent and Boston Avenue

Police UPDATE: At approximately 9:15 pm last night, Bridgeport PD responded to the intersection of Boston and Kent Avenue to report of an MVA vs. pedestrian. Upon arrival, the pedestrian was in a prone position in the intersection, conscious, and being assisted by AMR and the Bridgeport Fire Department. The pedestrian was transported to Bridgeport Hospital for treatment of the following injuries: a large laceration to the right thigh, injury to the left toe, and multiple abrasions on the left arm. The driver of the vehicle remained on scene and was cooperative. A pedestrian was hit by a car Monday night at the intersection of Kent and Boston Avenue in Bridgeport. The victim reportedly suffered a broken leg. It's currently…

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CALLING ALL BRIDGEPORT RESIDENTS TO ATTEND AND SPEAK UP TO PROTECT ALL OUR NEIGHBORS FROM NEW HOUSING WITHOUT PARKING

Meeting:Monday, June 30, 2025 at 6:00 PMCity Hall – 45 Lyon Terrace, BPT Our Planning and Zoning Commission will be deciding Bridgeport’s Parking Regulations. We need to fight for these issues: Stop housing developer give-aways by requiring them to provide parking for new housing in our neighborhood Protect our quality of life and public safety by requiring off-street parking for new housing Reduce density, congestion, and road repairs on our neighborhood streets by requiring off-street parking for new housing Any Questions? Call City Councilwoman Michelle Lyons (134th District – North End)📞 203-414-7926✉️ Michelle.Lyons@bridgeportct.gov Or Call City Councilwoman Maria Valle (137th District – East Side)📞 475-225-6164✉️ Maria.Valle@bridgeportct.gov

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Cooling Centers Open Across Stratford, Bridgeport, and Westport as Extreme Heat Continues Through June 25

Due to a forecasted heat wave with heat index values expected between 100 and 105 degrees, the towns of Stratford, Bridgeport, and Westport have activated their Cooling Center Protocols, effective immediately through 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Residents, especially seniors, children, those with pre-existing health conditions, and anyone vulnerable to heat-related illnesses are urged to stay cool, hydrated, and indoors. All three municipalities are offering designated cooling centers with varying hours to provide relief from the dangerous temperatures. Governor Ned Lamont also issued statewide guidance, reminding residents that cooling centers can be located by dialing 2-1-1 and emphasizing precautions such as hydration, limited outdoor exposure, and checking on vulnerable individuals. Stratford Cooling Center Locations: Baldwin Center – 1000…

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