Crash!
A two car crash at Black Rock Turnpike and Jennings Road. No word on injuries. If you value truly local, independent reporting, support us on Facebook or Patreon today! patreon.com/doingitlocal 2025-06-27@4:49pm--#Fairfield CT
Norwalk Structure Fire
There were no reported injuries in a fire on Tryon Road in Norwalk today. Firefighters had delays with the electrical lines arcing and falling on the fire ground. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. 2025-06-27@1:23pm-- #Norwalk CT -- #ctfire
Golf Galaxy Burglary Suspect Surrenders After $23K Theft
Norwalk, CT – On February 17, 2025, Norwalk Police responded to a burglary at Golf Galaxy on Connecticut Avenue, where approximately $23,000 worth of golf clubs were reported stolen. Detectives launched an investigation into the break-in and determined it was part of a broader pattern of commercial burglaries targeting golf equipment retailers across New York and Connecticut. With assistance from the New York State Police, Norwalk detectives identified 41-year-old Matthew Berman as a suspect in the case. Authorities say Berman has been tied to multiple thefts involving high-end golf merchandise, leading to significant losses for businesses in the region. After developing probable cause, Norwalk Police obtained an arrest warrant. On the morning of June 25, 2025, Berman turned himself in…
Stratford House Fire
Firefighters were called to Lantern Drive for a garage fire. Initial calls indicated that there might be a man stuck inside the car that was parked inside. Police were first on the scene, and they ensured the man was not in the vehicle or garage. Firefighters worked to extinguish the fire that engulfed the house as well as the garage. No one was injured and the fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. 2025-06-27@11:35am--#Stratford CT -- #ctfire
UPDATED INFORMATION! STRATFORD LIBRARY TEEN EVENTS IN JULY 2025
Thru 8/15: Teen Summer Reading – Let’s Level Up on Reading This Summer! Create an online reading account at: https://stratfordlibrary.org/summer-reading-2025/ Log your reading time. From 6/2 to 8/15, earn 1 virtual ticket for every 30 minutes of time spent reading (or listening!) to a book, comic, magazine, news article, etc. 7/1 | 2:00 PM–4:00 PM: Karaoke and ChillLet’s level up our summer with some karaoke and chill time with friends. Get ready for tasty snacks, board games, and some much-needed fun.Grades: 7–13 | Location: Lovell Room | No registration required 7/8 | 7:45 PM–9:00 PM: Nerf WarsIt’s time to level up the fun! Treasure seekers, join the hunt! We’ve hidden gold in the stacks, and it’s up to each team…
Overnight Fire Displaces One Adult on Hillside Avenue
Just after 12:45 AM, Bridgeport firefighters responded to a heavy fire on the 100 block of Hillside Avenue. The blaze, involving a 2.5-story wood frame home, prompted a second alarm and was brought under control in under an hour. No injuries were reported. The Fire Marshal is investigating, and the Red Cross is assisting
Car and Motorcycle Collide
Report of a crash between a car and a motorcycle on the Merritt Parkway northbound just before the on ramp for exit 41. There are no further details. 2025-06-26@6:03pm--#Fairfield CT
GOVERNOR LAMONT SIGNS LEGISLATION CRACKING DOWN ON STREET TAKEOVERS
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed into law legislation overwhelmingly approved by the Connecticut General Assembly (Public Act 25-80) that increases penalties and fines against individuals who participate in, organize, or spectate a street takeover, and provides police with more tools to combat these reckless situations. The bill received support from municipal leaders and police departments throughout the state. “This disruptive and dangerous trend, which has been increasing with frequency in states all over the country, puts people’s lives at risk and cannot be tolerated,” Governor Lamont said. “This bill gives state and local law enforcement and municipal leaders additional tools to protect the safety of our roads and our communities. It is the…
Fairfield Man Extradited from Florida on Multiple Warrants Tied to Domestic Violence by Norwalk Police
Norwalk, CT – In November 2023, Norwalk Police were contacted by Desoto Correctional Institution in Florida about Jacob Getman, a Fairfield man incarcerated on domestic violence charges and wanted on multiple warrants in Connecticut. After confirming he was wanted on several warrants—many involving domestic violence—Norwalk Police arranged for his extradition. On June 22, 2025, members of the Norwalk Police Special Services Division traveled to Florida to extradite Getman, 36, of Fairfield. He was returned to Connecticut and held on a total of $280,000 bond for multiple warrants including four counts of first-degree failure to appear, two counts of violation of a protective order, and two counts of violation of probation. Getman was arraigned at Stamford Court on June 23, 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…