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.
Westport

Update on I-95 Crash

Jun 7, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Westport firefighters responded to a report of a car crash with injuries on I-95 Northbound between exits 17 and 18. The initial dispatch included Engine 4, Engine 5, Rescue 3, and the Shift Commander. Engine 4 arrived first and found a heavily damaged vehicle pinned under the guard rail with one person still inside. The crew performed an initial assessment of the patient, set up a protective hose line, and helped stabilize the vehicle. Rescue 3 and Engine 5 then arrived and stabilized the vehicle further. They used hydraulic and battery-operated rescue tools, known as the "Jaws of Life," to free the trapped driver. The occupant was freed from the vehicle in 12 minutes, and Westport Emergency Medical Services (WEMS)…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Investigate Overnight Shooting

Jun 7, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport, CT – Early this morning, a shooting occurred on the 1600 Block of Park Ave, resulting in one injury. Local police are investigating the incident. Incident Details-At 0139 hours, the Emergency Communications Center (ECC) received a report of a shooting on the 1600 Block of Park Ave. Shortly after, at 0147 hours, a 25-year-old man with a gunshot wound arrived at a nearby hospital. He was treated for his injuries and later released. Victim's Statement-The victim reported that he had a verbal disagreement with an unknown Hispanic male. The suspect left the scene on foot, returned shortly afterward with a firearm, and shot the victim. Police Response-Officers secured the area from the 1600 Block of Park Ave south to…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Bus Fire extended to building

Jun 4, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport Fire Department responded to a school bus fire at Jones Avenue and Oak Street. Everyone was off the bus when units responded. Additional crews were requested due to exposure issues. The fire was declared under control in 30 minutes and is under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s Office. The building next to the bus was also affected, and is also out at this time. https://youtu.be/gz0atX2GPOk

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