Bridgeport News: Car Versus House
https://youtu.be/JgNLBBIzu68 Report of a car that struck a house near the intersection of Eaton Street and Norman Street in Bridgeport. Unknown if there are any injuries at this time.
Fairfield News: Rollover Crash Sparks Investigation
https://youtu.be/4OFK0xvf4h8 Police are investigating a rollover crash that occurred on North Benson Road by Wakeman Road. It seems to be a one car crash, and the driver was not present when first responders arrived. A crime scene has been set up on North Benson Road between Elm Street and Noyes Road, and is currently impassable to traffic. There is no further information at this time.
Plumbing Fire in Apartment
Bridgeport Firefighters responded to a building that's partially occupied and has been converted into apartments in the 800 block of Main Street. There was a fire in the plumbing system that extended into a fourth-floor apartment. Crews encountered heavy smoke in the unit but managed to extinguish the fire, which was located beneath the bathtub. They had to break through the tile and open up the area to fully address the issue.
Excavator Tips
The operator was able to safely exit the excavator he was operating tipped at the Citgo Station in the 600 block of East Main Street. There were no reported injuries. 2025-01-22@2:22pm #Bridgeport CT
Merritt Parkway Crash
Report of a multi-car crash with injuries on the Merritt Parkway northbound between exits 44 and 46, closer to the Black Rock Turnpike area. 2025-01- 21@7:22pm--#Fairfield CT -- #cttraffic
Bridgeport Public Schools Announces Guidelines for Protecting Students During Potential ICE Raids
Bridgeport, CT – January 21, 2025 – In response to growing concerns about potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions, Bridgeport Public Schools is reaffirming its commitment to protecting the safety and privacy of all students and families. During the Board of Education meeting on Monday, January 13, 2025, Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery emphasized that the district’s immigration enforcement guidelines are in full effect and are designed to safeguard students, regardless of their immigration status. Key Guidelines and Protocols: Visitor Protocol: All visitors must report to the main office, present valid identification, and state a legitimate purpose for their visit. Unauthorized individuals will be denied access. Immigration Enforcement Restrictions: Federal immigration activities are strictly prohibited on school property, transportation…
Norwalk Vape Shop Arrests
During the week of January 13, 2025, the Norwalk Police Department's Special Services Division, in collaboration with the State of Connecticut Drug Control Division, conducted operations at three smoke shops in Norwalk as part of an ongoing investigation into unlicensed cannabis sales and the distribution of products containing THC levels exceeding legal limits. Authorities have also been addressing numerous complaints of vape and tobacco sales to minors, illegal marijuana sales, and the distribution of high-THC products, including edibles. The investigation led to arrests at the following locations: At Sono One Stop on 83 Washington Street, police arrested 45-year-old Mohamed Ali Zaiden of North Main Street, Norwalk, on January 15. Zaiden faces multiple charges, including illegal sale and manufacture of cannabis…
Teen On Moped and Car Collide
A teenager riding a moped was injured in a collision with a car at the intersection of Tunxis Hill and Knapps Highway on Monday evening. The incident occurred around 5:55 p.m., and emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene. The teen was transported to the hospital with injuries, the extent of which remains unknown at this time. Authorities have not yet released additional details about the circumstances leading to the collision. The incident remains under investigation. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available. 2025-01-20@5:55pm--#Fairfield CT
Icy Conditions
A car crashed into the building at Knowlton and across town, a car hit the Jersey barrier on Commerce Drive right under the I-95 overpass near the town line. First responders and sanding trucks were called to both accidents. 2025-01-20@4:25pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Bridgeport’s Cold Weather Protocol
Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim and the Office of Emergency Management advises all residents to be cautious from 6:00 PM of January 19th through 12:00 PM of January 24th as the coldest weather of the season will be in the Bridgeport area, resulting in below freezing daytime temperatures and single digit temperatures each evening. Residents may utilize the below checklist as a guide to safety during cold weather: Check heating devices. Do not use a stove or oven to heat your home due to potential gas, carbon monoxide, and fire hazards. Use caution if candles are used during sudden power outages. If using a generator, please follow manufacturing instructions given with packaging and do not use indoors. Ensure that pets are brought inside. Watch…