Bridgeport

Bridgeport Fugitive Found Hiding Under Trash Bags, Arrested by Task Force

On February 27, 2026, the Bridgeport Police Task Force—comprised of local, state, and federally assigned investigators—was notified that Wilber Martinez, 38, of Bridgeport, failed to appear for a scheduled court date on February 11. As a result of his failure to appear, arrest warrants were issued. Martinez had previously been released on a $500,000 court-set bond following his August 2023 arrest on several charges including two counts of Manslaughter with a Motor Vehicle, six counts of Reckless Endangerment, two counts of Risk of Injury to a Child, Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence, Reckless Driving, speeding over 70 MPH, driving without a license, and additional motor vehicle-related offenses. On March 3, through investigative efforts, Task Force officers developed information…

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Terence Gallimore stands in a Connecticut courtroom during sentencing for the 2024 Stratford Avenue shooting in Bridgeport that resulted in the death of Brandaja Winston and serious injury to another man.

Bridgeport Man Sentenced to 80 Years for 2024 Stratford Avenue Murder

A Bridgeport man was sentenced Wednesday to 80 years in prison in a 2024 Bridgeport murder case on Stratford Avenue.  Judge Keven Doyle sentenced Terence Gallimore, 35, to 60 years for the murder of Brandaja Winston, 28, on August 17th, 2024. Gallimore was also given 10 years for Assault in the First Degree for shooting and seriously injuring a 30-year-old man standing near her. Gallimore was a convicted felon at the time. Judge Doyle also sentenced him to 10 years for the charge of Criminal Possession of a Pistol, or Revolver. The sentences are to run consecutively. Gallimore was convicted of the charges on December 16th, 2025, after a trial that lasted approximately two weeks. The jury deliberated only a couple…

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Bridgeport To Help Rhode Island Plow Its Streets

Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim has issued a statement regarding Mayor Brett Smiley’s request for snow removal assistance in Providence, RI: “Earlier today, Mayor Brett Smiley of Providence notified me and many other mayors in Connecticut about the incredible amount of snow they received. After hearing that Providence received 39-48” of snow, the City of Bridgeport has decided we will do our best to offer whatever assistance we can to Providence. Bridgeport will assist with locating snow removal equipment and will also help locate hirable contractors to remove snow. I also want to note that while we may be assisting Providence, Bridgeport residents are our first priority. We will continue to do all we can to ensure our roadways are…

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Bridgeport Now Hiring 911 Dispatchers

https://youtu.be/_k_PkEftjKs The City of Bridgeport is currently accepting applications for Public Safety Telecommunicators — the 911 dispatchers who answer emergency calls and coordinate police, fire and EMS response throughout the city. Working inside the Emergency Communications Center, telecommunicators handle both emergency and non-emergency calls, gather critical information from callers, dispatch first responders, and stay in constant radio contact with units in the field. The position is considered a vital part of public safety and often serves as the first point of contact during emergencies. Pay & Benefits The position offers a starting salary of approximately $46,000+ annually, along with a full municipal benefits package, including: Medical and dental insurance Paid vacation, holidays and sick time Shift differential for nights and…

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