Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's vehicle fire is on Pine Street just off exit I-95 exit 26. No reported injuries. 2026-06-24@1:12pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Box Truck Unboxed
A box truck lost its box shell after hitting the train overpass at Seaview and Crescent Avenue. There were no reported injuries. 2026-06-23@2:33pm-- #Bridgeport CT #cttraffic
Burning Item Removed From Garage
Firefighters were called to heavy smoke pouring out of a garage on Hubbell Street in Bridgeport. On arrival, they quickly found the source, which seemed to be a portable tool bench, which was extinguished and removed from the garage.
Bridgeport News: One Dead, Two Injured In Family Stabbing On Laurel Avenue
Bridgeport Police arrested a 44-year-old man early Monday morning after they said he fatally stabbed one family member and injured two other relatives during an incident at a home on Laurel Avenue. Police said Jahmar Whittingham was taken into custody shortly after officers arrived in the 960 block of Laurel Avenue around 5:00 a.m. Officers encountered Whittingham in front of the house holding a large kitchen knife. Police said he dropped the knife when ordered, but then told officers they would have to shoot him and refused further commands. Officers tased Whittingham, but police said he pulled the prongs from his body. Officers then took him to the ground and placed him in custody. Police said officers found 60-year-old Eric…
Structure Fire; Dog Rescued
The Bridgeport Fire Department responded to the 800 block of Brewster Street to report of a structure fire. Upon arrival fire units located heavy fire on the side of the structure. 2 adults and 1 dog were displaced, with no reported injuries. The Bridgeport Fire Marshal’s office is investigating.
Fire In The Rear Of A Home
Report of a fire in the rear of a home on Stratfield Pl in Bridgeport. Firefighters arrived on scene and quickly put out the fire before it extended to the attic. There is no report of any injuries.
Burglary
Police are investigating a burglary on Helen Street. There are no further details at this time. 2026-06-20@6:48pm #Bridgeport CT
Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's vehicle fire was a van on Rolling Wood Drive. Police extinguished the fire before the fire department arrived. 2026-06-20@6:01pm-- #Trumbull CT
Scooter Fire To House
Firefighters recived a call of a scooter on fire at the 700 block of Kossuth Street in Bridgeport. On arrival they saw that the scooter fire extended to the house and quickly put out the fire. There are no reported injuries at this time.
Bridgeport Celebrates Juneteenth
https://youtu.be/M2Hw18HSAfM Bridgeport marked Juneteenth today with a celebration of freedom, culture, history, and community. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had been signed. The day has since become a time to reflect on the end of slavery in the United States while also celebrating Black history, achievement, family, and community pride. In Bridgeport, the holiday brought people together to honor that history while enjoying music, food, vendors, fellowship, and family-friendly activities. For many, Juneteenth is both a celebration and a reminder of the long road toward equality, justice, and opportunity. The holiday is now recognized nationally, but in Bridgeport, Juneteenth remains deeply local:…