Happenings NOW 06/01 thru 06-04-2012

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Traffic Delays–See the lower right side of this site for up to the minute real time traffic delays on local and state streets!

**Live Breakng News Feed**

 

6/5/2012

4:31pm–Police investigating an accident where and elderly man’s car came to a rest in the 300 block of Dogwood Drive.  The car was smoking as the man was unresponsive and had his foot on the accelerator.    The man is bleeding from the chest.  Police breaks the car window to get to the man. This is breaking news so info can change. Fire department, police on scene, EMTs on the way.

1:48pm–2 calls for the fire department, a rubbish fire on Anchorage Drive (off Grovers) and an activated fire alarm 900 block of Main Street.  Main Street turned out to be a light smoke condition that was ventilated by the fire department.

 


8:40pm–Bridgeport–Car fire at Greene Homes building 4 on Highland Ave.

8:31pm–Bridgeport–Report of a microwave on fire at 86 Tremont Street. Quick recall on this call.

2:54pm–Ansonia–Report of a stove fire on Myrtle Ave.

2:28pm–Stratford–Report of a bedroom fire, now out at 50 Marina Drive.  Fire department on the way to check for extensions and/or overhaul of the fire.

12:57pm–Report of an odor of propane  in back of 230 Poplar Street from a grill.  Fire department on the way.

12:49pm–Bridgeport–High demand for free food causing traffic jam by the old bus station by the Salvation Arm..  Middle and John Street particularly hard hit.  2 traffic police not enough for traffic demand.

12:12pm–#Bridgeport–Suspicious liquid container being investigated by the fire department at 30 Stephens Street, at the mailboxes.

 

6/3/2012

11:07pm–Bridgeport–3 shots fired at Boston Ave. and Remington St.  Gunshot victim in Bridgeport Hospital, extent of injuries not know at this moment.  UPDATE–Victim was pistol whipped not shot, however 3 shots were fired at the scene.  UPDATE–Police with canine on scene.  They know who the assailant is and where he lives.

10:42pm–#Bridgeport–Fire department on scene at 123 Gurdon Street car fire in the rear of the structure fully involved.  10:47pm–Car fire knocked down, fire department now checking to make sure it didn’t extend into the garage or house.  UPDATE–Fire marshal requested to scene.   Radio transmissions from officials indicate possible arson.

Bridgeport at sunset as seen from Long Beach in Stratford

7:50pm–#Stratford– A water rescue has just happened on Long Beach. A man has been brought to shore, he is conscious, and is being evaluated at this time. UPDATE–8:50pm–A person on shore THOUGHT a windsurfer was in trouble but he wasn’t . Fire, police department, EMS and DoingItLocal.com show up but happily there was no emergency.

6/2/2012

8:41pm–Bridgeport–Report of a car accident with entrapment at Stratford Ave. and Central Ave. Update–Fire department on scene reporting extrication is not needed.

6:32pm–Bridgeport–A strong armed robbery occurred at Madison Ave. and Frank Street by a group aged 15-17 year old. Taken from the victim was just a “couple of dollars”.

3:26pm–Bridgeport–Report of a gasoline line broken at 4402 Main Street, the Shell Station across from Merritt Canteen. 3:29pm–Fire department on scene, pumps have been turned off, there is a gasoline spill of about ten gallons. Spill contained, no contamination to anything including storm drains.

12:47am–#Bridgeport–Police breaking up a street fight at the 600 block of Trumbull Ave.

6/1/2012

11:58pm–Bridgeport–Police returning to Polk Street for third time for unruly kids. A Sweet Sixteen Party is taking place at one of the homes.

11:41pm–Bridgeport–Car accident at East Main and Boston Ave., car catches fire. Fire department on the way.

11:20pm–Bridgeport–Firefighters on scene on Cleveland Ave. near Madison Ave. with a fire on the first floor of a two family house. Firefighters quickly extinguish the blaze.

8:52pm–Fairfield–Police catch a man trying to abandon a dog at Lake Mohegan. UPDATE–Just before 11pm a patrol officer was dispatched to assist the two animal control officers. The dog is still on the run and may now be on Tahmore Drive or Moorehouse Road area. It is a beautiful FAST black dog, looks like beautiful soft fur, about 1 1/2 to 2 feet tall. I wanted to get video but it was so dark and the officers preferred I stayed in my car just in case it bites. I’ll post any updates IF I get them. Heavy rain is minutes away.

7:28pm–#Bridgeport–A meat truck from New Haven Provisions was stolen off State Street and just recovered police on Railroad Ave..

6:48pm–Stratford–Stratford Firefighters quickly extinguish a fire at 126 Reitter Street.

2:36pm–Norwalk–Report of Jefferson School at 75 Van Burne Ave. on lockdown due to police on scene outside the school. Report of a shooting near the school. The shooting took place on Grandview Ave.

1:37am–Fairfield–900 block of the Old Post Road calls to complain about leaf blower use at Bob’s Stores on the Post Road.

Forum To Strategize Solutions To Gun Violence

Mayor Bill Finch and Governor Dannel Malloy’s Undersecretary for Criminal Justice Michael Lawlor, working together with state and federal law enforcement representatives, will host a public forum on June 5 at 9:30 a.m., to strategize solutions to the recent uptick in gun violence in the City. A second forum will be held on June 26 at 6 p.m.

“One death is one too many,” said Mayor Bill Finch. “Last month’s shooting that involved an innocent young child caught in the crossfire crossed the line. We know it’s a small nucleus of people – bad actors, if you will – who are at the root of most of this gun violence, and most of them are using illegal guns. Our police department is working hard to build its cases against them, but we need help from prosecutors to keep them locked up and off the street.” The forum will bring together representatives from nonprofits, health care providers, education, after school providers, clergy, business community, neighborhood representatives, community members and those whose lives have been touched by violence.

WHERE-When: Tuesday, June 5: Auditorium, Kolbe Cathedral High School, 33 Calhoun Place, Bridgeport CT– 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 26: Beacon Hall, Housatonic Community College, 900 Lafayette Blvd.–6 to 8 p.m.

Gomes-Newton Go Three Rounds

The Bridgeport Democratic Town Committee last week endorsed  Ernest Newton for the state senate seat he resigned in 2005 just a day before pleading guilty to three federal charges.  After seven years serving in the State Senate, Gomes finished third among three candidates.  Although State Representative Andres Ayala is a strong candidate it is certain the slug fest will be between Gomes and Newton.  An interesting interview opportunity arrived Saturday, May 26th at the Hip Hop Law Enforcement Summit hosted by the Connecticut Stop Violence Movement.  Both Gomes and Newton were at the same event at the same time.  They eyed each other like heavyweight fighters entering the ring. I had to interview with the boxing reference in mind.  These are only the opening rounds, this will certainly be a race to watch!

Source: Chris Donovan A Focus Of Federal Probe

House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan and his campaign staff are now the focus of the federal investigation that resulted in charges against his congressional campaign’s finance director, a source familiar with the case said. The influence-peddling investigation rocked the Capitol Thursday, as several legislators were interviewed by the FBI and Donovan’s once-smooth path to Congress appeared in potential jeopardy. The Connecticut Post has the full story here…..

Hip Hop & Law Enforcement Summit

Saturday, May 26th was the first Hip Hop Law Enforcement Summit hosted by Connecticut Stop Violence Movement. The purpose was to bring the to cultures together and find middle ground to extract the best attributes of Hip-Hop and Law Enforcement and use them to save Bridgeport’s children and to heighten awareness and urge people to get involved.

Connecticut Stop Violence Movement was created by David Daniels III, Tony Crush, Kool Keith Jackson, John (J-Roc) Ramsey,Tyrone (Terrible-T) Dunmore & Eneida Martinez-Walker.

To contact them or to get involved contact them at:
http://ctstopviolencemovement.com/Welcome.html

Boston Pops To Return To Webster Bank Arena

Harbor Yard Sports and Entertainment LLC announced Wednesday that the Boston Pops will return to Webster Bank Arena December 8, 2012. “The Boston Pops Holiday Concert is a beloved show and we’re proud to bring it back to Connecticut said Howard Saffan, president of Harbor Yard Sports and Entertainment.

The Boston Pops Holiday Concert last performed at the Arena in 2008. “I invite everyone to take part in this wonderful family outing to celebrate the holidays” said Mayor Bill Finch.

Tickets are available by calling Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or visiting Ticketmaster.com. Tickets are also available at the Arena’s Click It or Ticket Box Office.

2yr Old Found Walking Madison Ave at 1:30am

Around 1:30am Wednesday morning Marisol Gomez was driving her friend down Madison Avenue when she spotted a 2 year old baby boy walking in the middle of Madison Avenue. She didn’t know what to do so she turned the child over to security at 65 Madison Avenue Apartments. She returned to give her statement to police. Police told me the child was fine as they were attempting to contact the mother of the child.

Teens on Reef Spark Water Rescue In Fairfield

At 1:15pm Tuesday afternoon fishermen on shore saw three teens on Penfield Reef, thought they were in distressed and called 911. Marine Police Officer Greg Carroll told us the boys were never in any distress and knew when low tide was so they could walk back ashore. Fairfield launched their small boats from the police and fire department. The fire boat brought the teens back to shore.

Happenings NOW 5-28 thru 5-31-2012

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Traffic Delays–See the lower right side of this site for up to the minute real time traffic delays on local and state streets!

**Live Breakng News Feed**

6/1/2012

1:37am–Fairfield–900 block of the Old Post Road calls to complain about leaf blower use at Bob’s Stores on the Post Road.

5/31/2012

12:12am–Bridgeport–Officer running towards the sound of shots fired on Stratford Avenue and Central Ave. Police are on scene checking the area.

5/30/2012

11:11pm–Bridgeport–Report of shots fired on East Main Street. Police recover a discarded gun at East Main and Hamilton Street. 11:35pm–Police still on scene collecting shell casings.

9:00pm–Bridgeport–Report of an odor of natural gas outside 1198 Pembrooke Street. 9:08pm–Update–Fire department calls gas company to the scene.

7:40pm–Bridgeport–Motorcycle-car accident at Coleman and Vine St.

2:51pm–Bridgeport–Police car involved in a minor accident at Central Ave. and Harral Ave.

12:32pm–Bridgeport–Homeowner chasing thief who stole a bicycle out of his garage near East Pasadena Place and Greystone Road. Police are investigating.

12:04pm–Bridgeport–Attempted break in at 141 Fox Street. 911 originally sent to Fairfield, call came in from a passerby on a cell phone.

1:28am–Bridgeport–2 year old found wondering the streets in front of 65 Madison Avenue.

5/28/2012

4:59pm–Bridgeport–Report of a disturbance at 1 2 3 Convenience Store at 770 Park Ave. Customer inside smashing and throwing merchandise.

4:23pm–Bridgeport–Report of an armed robbery by a teen on Barnum and East Ave. taking the victim’s cellphone. Suspect fled by bicycle north on East. Ave. Not related to the phone robbery below.

4:00pm–Bridgeport–Strong armed robbery corner of Norman and Benham Ave, not Hancock Ave as previously reported. Two black males, one with red shirt the other in a white tank top took the victims cellphone.

12:05pm–Bridgeport–Report of an odor of smoke inside 1635 Fairfield Ave. (near Lenox Ave.) Fire department on scene, nothing visible from the outside. 12:18–Recall sounded.

11:54–Bridgeport–Man passed out on Berkshire Ave.

10:51pm–Bridgeport–A Papa John deliveryman was just robbed at gunpoint in the 100 block Judson Place. The call originated for a deliver on Ridgefield Ave. then changed to Judson Place. Taken was over $60 in cash.

10:41pm–Bridgeport–Report of an “armed” robbery on Polar Street, two black males flee down Fairfield Ave. after ditching a fake gun in the grass area. The same assailants jumped a food deliveryman on Howard Avenue (not related to the Papa John robbery above).

9:23pm–#Bridgeport–Spoke too soon. Report of a stabbing at 292 Olive Street.

Nothing but pocket bikes, loud music complaints and domestics…..the way every weekend should be!

2:10pm–Fairfield–Woman pulled from Lake Mohegan is fine and walking around after the incident. Medical treatment refused.

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