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Bridgeport

UPDATE: POLICE IDENTIFY VICTIM OF ROCK ATTACK

BRIDGEPORT POLICE IDENTIFY VICTIM OF WEDNESDAY ROCK ATTACK AT B.J. BROWN PARK The Bridgeport Police Department has identified the man who was attacked with a large rock and found unresponsive at B.J. Brown Park Wednesday morning. He is a 22-year-old from the East End of the city. As of Thursday afternoon, he was still in critical condition and unable to speak. The man's name is not being released. The Detective Bureau received a tip about his identity following media reports on Wednesday night. A family member confirmed who he is from a photograph. That person told Detectives he had not been home in a week. He was not reported missing. Officers were called to the park, at the intersection of…

Norwalk

Two Arrested for Illegal Cannibas Sales

Oct 14, 2026 Alex

Two Arrested Following Investigation into Illegal Cannabis Sales at Local Vape Shop On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, members of the Special Services Division served a search warrant at A-to-Z Tobacco Vape located at 108 Connecticut Avenue. This is part of an ongoing investigation into the illegal sale of marijuana and THC products from A-to-Z Tobacco and Vape. Investigators located several pop-top style containers of marijuana, pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes, and KRATOM, a Schedule I narcotic. Investigators found a fake wall, which locked and unlocked with a remote-controlled magnet. A large amount of marijuana flower and THC cannabis products were located inside. Items seized were as follows: -12.5 pounds of marijuana flower and THC products -926 capsules totaling 562.6 grams of Kratom.…

Bridgeport

NEW OPTIONAL HOME REPAIR PROTECTION PROGRAM

Oct 14, 2026 Alex

City of Bridgeport and City Council Announce New Optional Home Repair Protection Program for Homeowners New Program Offers Bridgeport Homeowners Additional Protection Against Unexpected Water and Sewer Line Repair Costs at No Cost to City Taxpayers Bridgeport, CT— Mayor Ganim and the Bridgeport City Council are pleased to announce the launch of a new homeowner education and protection program through SLWA Insurance Services (SLWA), an independent company and part of HomeServe North America a partnership with the National League of Cities. The program, which became available October 1, 2026, provides Bridgeport homeowners with access to optional emergency repair protection plans designed to help address unexpected and potentially costly repairs to residential water service lines, sewer lines, and interior plumbing systems.…

Bridgeport

Bingo Night Fundraiser in Bridgeport

Oct 14, 2026 Alex

The Daughters of Penelope, Chapter 41 in Bridgeport, will host a community Bingo Night at Brewport on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. The fundraiser will feature bingo, prizes, and food, with proceeds supporting the chapter’s charitable efforts. Community members are invited to enjoy a fun evening while supporting a good cause.

Bridgeport

FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE vs MOTORCYCLE COLLISION

Oct 11, 2026 Alex

On October 8, 2026, at approximately 11:59 p.m., the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received a report of a collision with a motor vehicle versus a motorcycle in the 2500 block of Park Avenue. The initial caller reported that a male motorcyclist was unresponsive and that a large crowd was beginning to gather at the scene. Emergency personnel were dispatched immediately. Upon arrival, Bridgeport police officers observed emergency medical personnel providing aid to the unresponsive motorcyclist. The motorcyclist was transported to St. Vincent’s Medical Center by American Medical Response (AMR). Despite emergency medical efforts, the 28-year-old Bridgeport resident succumbed to his injuries at approximately 12:31 a.m. on October 9, 2026. Bridgeport police officers secured the scene, and the Bridgeport Police Department’s…

Stratford

I-95 Rollover Crash

Oct 11, 2026 Alex

Report of a rollover crash on I-95 Northbound by exit 32 in Stratford. First responders are on their way at this time.

Stratford

THE GREAT PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

Oct 10, 2026 Alex

STRATFORD CELEBRATES FALL WITH THE GREAT PUMPKIN FESTIVAL AT BOOTHE MEMORIAL PARK STRATFORD, CT – October 8, 2026 – The Town of Stratford and the Boothe Park Commission are pleased to announce the 2026 Great Pumpkin Festival, scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 12pm to 4pm at Stratford’s historic Boothe Memorial Park, 5800 Main Street. In the event of inclement weather, the Festival will take place on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 12pm to 4pm. The Great Pumpkin Festival is generously sponsored by Comcast. The popular autumn festival will feature fun for the entire family, including horse-drawn carriage rides, a magic show, a costume parade and contest, a giant pumpkin carving contest, face painting, an inflatable corn maze, and…

Trumbull

Police Arrest Man for Burglary and Stolen Car

Oct 8, 2026 Alex

A Bridgeport man was arrested by the Trumbull Police on Sunday, September 20, 2026, for the burglary of a daycare facility on Beardsley Parkway. The suspect, Latrell Eppes, age 32, of Bridgeport was taken into custody by officers after he was located in a stolen motor vehicle in Bridgeport. The owner of the daycare contacted the Trumbull Police around 7:15 a.m. reporting that their business had been entered during the overnight hours and approximately $1200 cash was stolen from the business. The owners explained that they also said that a car was missing. As officers were investigating this incident the vehicle was tracked to the parking lot of the North End Variety in Bridgeport. When officers arrived at the variety…

Valley

TWO ANSONIA “MEN” ARRESTED IN GATISON PARK ARSON

Oct 8, 2026 Alex

TWO ANSONIA MEN ARRESTED IN GATISON PARK PLAYGROUND ARSON ANSONIA, CT — October 7, 2026 — The Ansonia Police Department has arrested two Ansonia residents in connection with the October 3, 2026, arson that destroyed the playground at Gatison Park. On October 3, 2026, at approximately 3:29 a.m., officers of the Ansonia Police Department and the Ansonia Fire Department were dispatched to Gatison Park, located in the area of Third Street and Fourth Street, for a report of a possible structure fire. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the playground/playscape and the rubber safety matting beneath it were completely engulfed in flames. Members of the Ansonia Fire Department responded to the scene and successfully extinguished the fire. Following an investigation, the…

Bridgeport

Person Stabbed At Wendy’s

Oct 7, 2026 Alex

Report of a man stabbed at Wendy's, 2162 Fairfield Ave. In Bridgeport. Police applied a tourniquet before an ambulance arrived. He was slashed or stabbed in the arm according to unconfirmed radio reports.

UPDATE: POLICE IDENTIFY VICTIM OF ROCK ATTACK

Two Arrested for Illegal Cannibas Sales

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TWO ANSONIA “MEN” ARRESTED IN GATISON PARK ARSON

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