There is a heavy police presence due to possible shots being fired on Lindley Street by Salem Street in Bridgeport. It does not appear at this time that anyone was shot. There are no further updates at this time. 2026-05-04@11:05pm #Bridgeport CT
UPDATE: At approximately 6:49pm, Bridgeport Police responded to the 600 block of Park Avenue to report of an assault with a weapon. Upon arrival, officers locate the victim and the suspect shortly thereafter. The victim was transported to a local hospital with a non-life-threatening stab wound and the suspect has been taken into custody. Bridgeport Police are investigating a stabbing in the 650 block of Park Avenue. There are no details at this moment. 2025-05-04@6:49pm-- #Bridgeport CT #BreakingNews #LocalNews
Report of a crash on the highway on Route 8 Southbound by exit 2B in Bridgeport.
Report of a fire in the rear of the building on Success Ave by Court D. Firefighters arrived on scene and quickly put out the fire. The fire is out at this time.
First responders are at a single-vehicle accident down the embankment on the Merritt Parkway southbound between exits 28 and 29 with injuries. 2026-05-04@11:30am #Trumbull CT #cttraffic
Governor Ned Lamont today announced the start of construction on major upgrades to four stations on the Metro-North Waterbury Branch Line, located in Derby-Shelton, Ansonia, Beacon Falls, and Seymour. Construction on all four stations is beginning now and is anticipated to be completed by spring 2028. The upgrades will transform these stations with new 350-foot platforms designed to accommodate full train boarding, along with covered canopies and enclosed windscreens to improve comfort in all weather. Stations will feature real-time arrival information, ticket vending, improved lighting, and clear wayfinding. Each location will be ADA accessible, with better pedestrian access and safer passenger flow. In Derby, the project will restore the vacant historic station building to provide indoor waiting space and add…
Report of one person with a cut to the head as a result of a street fight near the intersection of Beechwood Ave and Hancock Ave in Bridgeport. The person that is alleged to be responsible has been located at this time.
The Stratford Health Department, in collaboration with Stratford Parents Place and the Stratford YMCA, will host an upcoming Walk N’ Talk series designed to bring families together for light physical activity, connection, and informal health conversations with community health professionals. The multigenerational event is open to residents of all ages, including children, parents, and grandparents, and offers a fun and welcoming way to enjoy time outdoors while connecting with local health professionals. Participants are encouraged to bring children or grandchildren, with strollers and carriers welcome. The Walk N’ Talk series will be held from 10:00am to 11:00am on the following dates: May 12 – Shakespeare ParkMay 19 – Short BeachMay 26 – Longbrook Park The series is intended to promote…
Governor Lamont Directs Flags To Half-Staff Sunday For The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, an annual ceremony that serves as the official national tribute honoring all firefighters in the U.S. who have died in the line of duty. Accordingly, since no flag should fly higher than the U.S. flag, all other flags – including state, municipal, corporate, or otherwise – should also be lowered during this same duration of time. During Sunday’s ceremony, which is held at National Fallen Firefighters Memorial…
Suspicious Person leads to arrest with an assault rifle On April 30, 2026, at 6:12 pm, patrol officers responded to 97 Richards Avenue for a suspicious person complaint. It was reported that an unknown male was sleeping in the rear stairwell of the building. Patrol officers made contact with the male, identified as Lance R. Jones, who initially provided a false name. As officers investigated further, it was determined that he was in possession of an AR-15 assault rifle, which was inside his bookbag. Officers then located the rifle, which was loaded with a 60-round magazine. Jones did not possess a firearms permit. Arrested: Lance R. Jones, 22, of Norwalk, CTCharges: Possession of an Assault Weapon, Possession of a Large…
