Norwalk News: I-95 Shutdown
I-95 in Norwalk is shutdown in both directions due to flooding
I-95 SHUTDOWN
Police have located a truck leaking oil, possibly the vehicle responsible for the oil on the highway. The truck is at Lordship Boulevard at Eagles Nest. Expect the highway to be closed until they clear from exit 27 to exit 30. 2023-07-17@10:42pm--#Bridgeport CT--As many as 10 vehicles have crashed, including a tractor-trailer and 2 state troopers on I-95 northbound near exit 27 possibly caused by oil in the middle lane causing the pileup. THE HIGHWAY IS CURRENTLY SHUTDOWN Northbound
Bridgeport News: Both Victims Pass In Success Av Fire
On July 14, 2023, at approximately 4:20 am the Bridgeport and Stratford Fire Departments responded to Building 86 Success Village on the report of a structure fire. Bridgeport Police Officers also responded to secure and control the scene as firefighters battled the fire and searched for victims. The Success Village Apartments are a housing community cooperative located on the East Side of Bridgeport. Bridgeport firefighters rescued two victims from the building. Both were transported to Bridgeport Hospital with critical injuries. The male victim, identified as 88-year-old Jose Pizarro, died at the hospital later that morning on July 14th. The female victim has been identified as Mr. Pizarro’s wife Rose. Mrs. Rose Pizarro passed away this afternoon (June 17, 2023) at the hospital.…
Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck
2023-07-17@3:12pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are investigating a pedestrian that was struck by a car in the 2500 block of North (near Dewey St).
Fairfield News: Kids On Scooter Collide With SUV
Fairfield News: 3 Youths On Scooter Struck 2023-07-17@3:12pm--#Fairfield CT-- Three youths on a scooter collided with an SUV at Round Hill and Post Road. They did not appear to be seriously injured.
Bridgeport News: Stabbing
2023-07-17@3:13pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are investigatinga stabbing in the apartment complex at 330 Park Avenue. Theinjuries do not appear to be serious
Senator Gaston, Releases Statement on CT State Police Trooper Audit
Today, state Senator Herron Keyon Gaston (D-Bridgeport), Chair of the Public Safety Committee and member of Connecticut’s Legislative Black and Puerto Rican Caucus, is releasing a statement following a recent presentation of an audit that found there is a high likelihood Connecticut State Police Troopers falsified thousands of traffic tickets. “As chair of the Public Safety Committee, it is my due diligence to make sure drivers around our state are protected against unfair practices and have equal protection under the law,” said Sen. Gaston. “I will make it my mission to ensure equity and fairness for all Connecticut drivers behind the wheel. This audit presents a real challenge for our state, and my colleagues and I will work to find a solution.…
I-95 Rollover
2023-07-17@12:50pm--#Stratford CT-- A rollover on I-95 northbound near exit 34. No report of any injuries at this time.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in launching a partnership between USDA and bipartisan attorneys general in 31 states and the District of Columbia to enhance competition and protect consumers in food and agricultural markets
Attorney General William Tong joined the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in launching a partnership between USDA and bipartisan attorneys general in 31 states and the District of Columbia to enhance competition and protect consumers in food and agricultural markets, including in grocery, meat and poultry processing, and other markets. Through a framework established in consultation with the state attorneys general, this new partnership will assist state attorneys general in tackling anticompetitive market structures in agriculture and related industries that are raising prices and limiting choices for consumers and producers. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the partnership at the White House Competition Council meeting, which marked the second anniversary of President Biden’s Executive Order on Promoting Competition. “The Biden-Harris Administration…
Milford News- Domestic Violence Assault
Milford News- Domestic Violence Assault On July 11, 2023, officers responded to a domestic violence incident near Wheelers Farm Road. Upon arrival, an officer observed a vehicle flee at a high rate of speed. They spoke to the victim who was visibly shaken and upset, sitting in their vehicle. The victim had bruising to their face and an abrasion on their leg. The victim said that Roswell Menefee from Taft Avenue in Bridgeport had dragged the victim out of the shower and began arguing with them. Menefee struck the victim in the face several times and dragged them by the hair across the floor. The victim was able to flee. An hour later, the victim attempted to leave the complex…