Stephen Krauchick

DoingItLocal is run by Steve Krauchick. Steve has always had interest with breaking news even as an early teen, opting to listen to the Watergate hearings instead of top 40 on the radio. His interest in news spread to become the communities breaking news leader in Connecticut’s Fairfield County. He strongly believes that the public has right to know what is happening in their backyard and that government needs to be transparent. Steve also likes promoting local businesses.
Norwalk

Norwalk News: McStabbing

May 4, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-04 @ 7:29pm--#Norwalk CT-- A person was stabbed outside of the McDonald's on Belden Avenue according to radio reports.  The suspect fled on foot behind the McDonald's towards the condos.   This news report is made possible by:   Noticias de Norwalk: Persona fue apuñalada 2019-05-04 @ 7:29pm – #Norwalk CT – Una persona fue apuñalada fuera del Mcdonald's en la Avenida Belden, acuerdo con los informes de radio. El sospechoso huyó a pie por detrás del Mcdonald's hacia los condominios.

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Drive-By Shooting

May 4, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-04 @ 6:41pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are looking for a silver or gray car responsible for a drive-by shooting at Greene Homes and in the 1400 block of Main Street.  So far no one or anything reported hit.   Noticias de Bridgeport: Tiroteo 2019-05-04 @ 6:41pm-#Bridgeport CT-La policía está buscando un carro plateado o gris responsable por un tiroteo en los Greene Homes y en la 1400 calle Main. Hasta ahora nadie o nada fue reportado herido.

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Valley

Route 8 South Shutdown

May 4, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-04 @ 1:37pm--#cttraffic-- Route 8 southbound is closed due to an accident between exits 12 and 10.     This news report is made possible by:     [caption id="attachment_71997" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Visit: https://www.bridgeportpersonalinjury.com/[/caption] Ruta 8 cerada 2019-05-04 @ 1:37pm – #cttraffic – La ruta 8 en dirección sur está cerrada por un accidente entre las salidas 12 y 10.

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Hit-Driver Flees

May 4, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-04 @ 2:12pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A pedestrian was hit on Lexington Avenue by a gray van on Lexington Avenue and the driver fled the scene towards Harral Avenue.  The victim is alert and conscious and is being transported to the hospital.   This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_74834" align="aligncenter" width="960"] For more information visit: https://www.acesbailbondsct.com/[/caption] Noticias de Bridgeport: El conductor de un carro huyo después que dio un peatón 2019-05-04 @ 2:12pm-#Bridgeport CT-Un peatón fue golpeado en la Avenida Lexington por una camioneta gris en la Avenida Lexington y el conductor huyó de la escena hacia la Avenida Harral. La víctima está alerta y consciente y está siendo transportada al hospital.

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Trumbull

Trumbull News: Crash With Extrication A Fatal Accident

May 3, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Police UPDATE: A two-car motor vehicle accident ended with the death of a Trumbull man. The resident, a fifty-four-year-old male victim was a resident of the Daniels Farm Rd. area of Trumbull. The Trumbull Police received several 911 calls, on Friday May 3, at approximately 7:00 PM, reporting a two-car motor vehicle accident in the area of Daniels Farm Rd. near Strobel Rd. A pick-up truck and a sedan collided, and the pick-up truck eventually came in contact with a nearby residence. The only occupant of the pick-up truck was entrapped inside of the vehicle, and bystanders approached to assist him prior to Trumbull Police arrival. Trumbull Police rendered medical aid to the victim and secured the scene. Trumbull Center…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Vet Charged With Animal Cruelty

May 3, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-03 --#Bridgeport CT--Amr Wasfi, 74, of Derby was charged with animal cruelty and third degree larceny after detectives raided the Black Rock Animal Hospital located at 2877 Fairfield Avenue in Bridgeport.   The affidavit said the veterinarian performed unnecessary surgery on a dog back in February and a fired nurse told investigators that she told the doctor she was leaving for the day and the doctor became enraged and allegedly struck a four-month-old kitten he was spaying at the time. Noticias de Bridgeport: veterinario acusado de crueldad animal 2019-05-03 – #Bridgeport CT – Amr Wasfi, 74, de Derby fue acusado de crueldad a un animal y robo de tercer grado después de que los detectives encontraron en el Black Rock animal hospital ubicado…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Fowl Play At KFC

May 3, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Police UPDATE: A woman ( Karielys Ayala)  seeking employment had an altercation with the manager (Bhagmattie Persuad) that resulted in the applicant striking the manager in the head with a metal object and the manager  threw hot water on the applicant.    Ayala suffered second degree burns to her face and chest.  She was transported to Bpt ER by ambulance.  PO Gaie responded to KFC and spoke with the manager then followed up with Ayala at the ER.  Ayala was being treated in the burn unit and was arrested for assaulting Bhagmattie.  Officer Gaie returned to KFC to arrest Baghmattie however she was no longer on scene.  He then went to her residence at 465 Ruth but was unable to make…

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Fairfield

Fairfield News: Bird Rescue

May 3, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-2019 @ 12:39pm #Fairfield CT--  Lewis Tree Service was taking down a tree at Rogers and New England Avenue when they discovered a nest of baby birds.  They were about three quarters up the tree when they spotted the birds and gently brought them down.  Fairfield Police said Lewis Tree Service was properly permitted to take down the tree so fowl play is not suspected.  Animal Control was on the scene and the plan to move the nest to the tree next to the one being taken down.   Noticias de Fairfield: Rescate de pajaritos 2019-05-2019 @ 12:39pm #Fairfield CT – Lewis Tree Service estaba derribándose un árbol en Rogers y la Avenida de Nueva Inglaterra cuando descubrieron un nido…

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Fairfield

Fairfield News: Subway Armed Robbery

May 2, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

On Thursday May 2, 2019 the Fairfield Police Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call from Subway (709 Post Road) at approximately 7:25 pm reporting an armed robbery had just occurred. The suspect, described as a black male wearing a black beanie style hat, a dark colored jacket and blue jeans displayed a black firearm and took cash from the register. He was last seen running east on the Post Road. There were no injuries as a result and the Fairfield Police Department Detective Bureau is currently investigating. Anyone who may have information regarding this case is asked to contact the FPD Detective Bureau at 203-254-4840   2019-05-02 @ 7:28pm--#Fairfield CT-- An armed robbery at the Subway at 709 Post…

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Westport

May 2, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport CT--Just before 0930 this morning, Westport Fire Department was requested to respond to Route 15 northbound for a reported motor vehicle accident with injuries. One Engine, the Rescue and the Shift Commander responded. Subsequent information from the scene reported multiple vehicles involved and people walking around the roadway, so a second Engine was added to the assignment for manpower. Westport EMS, Westport Police and CT State Police also responded to the scene.   First arriving Fire Department units found the highway already shut down by traffic between the exit 42 off and on ramps. Three vehicles were involved in the accident on the northbound side with one facing the wrong way, one with minor damage and one sustaining heavy…

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