I-95 Crash
2024-01-19@4:33pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash on the exit 27 on-ramp on I-95 northbound is causing delays with one lane open. Multiple injuries were reported.
INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES 37% GROWTH FOR THE CONNECTICUT CAPTIVE PROGRAM IN 2023
Commissioner Andrew Mais of the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) has announced a significant milestone for the state's captive insurance sector in 2023. The sector experienced a remarkable 37% growth, marked by the addition of 10 new captive insurers, indicating a 22% increase, and an impressive 108% surge with 13 new cell risk-bearing entities. This achievement, resulting in a total of 78 net gain of captive entities, marks the fourth consecutive year of sustained net growth since 2020. Connecticut's approvals include the establishment of new insurers and the relocation of existing captive insurers to the state. The state has seen a notable increase in new businesses choosing Connecticut for their captive programs this year. These captive entities predominantly issue policies to…
Bridgeport News: Crash Involving City Bus
2024-01-16@12:50pm--#Bridgeport CT-- One passenger on the bus was transported with injuries in this crash involving a city bus and van. First responders said the driver of the bus was unconscious and he might have had a medical emergency that caused the crash.
Bridgeport News: Crash
2024-01-15@8:18pm--#Bridgeport CT-- There were no reported injuries in this two-car crash at Wood and Olive Streets.
Bridgeport News: Stabbing
2023-01-13@3:09pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police and EMS on the scene in the 300 block of Boston Avenue for a reported stabbing. Two ambulances have been dispatched.
Bridgeport Man Pleads Guilty to Murder and Protective Order Violation in Tragic Stabbing Case
A Bridgeport resident has admitted guilt to the murder and criminal violation of a protective order, facing a potential 35-year prison sentence. Corey Ramos, 33, with a history of violence against women, confessed to stabbing and strangling his ex-girlfriend, 40-year-old Jennifer Brelsford, on October 18, 2020. Despite having two protective orders, Ramos violated them. Brelsford's mother emotionally reacted in court as the prosecutor presented the case. Ramos acknowledged the accuracy of the facts and agreed to the plea deal, leading to a scheduled 35-year prison term on March 13. The incident followed a history of domestic disputes, with neighbors reporting prior altercations and protective orders issued just weeks before the tragic event. Brelsford's mother alerted the police when she couldn't…
Bridgeport News: Inmate OD
2024-01-12@8:45pm--#Bridgeport CT--EMS on the way to the Department of Corrections on North Avenue for an inmate overdosing.
Pedestrian Struck Update
On January 09, 2024, at approximately 7:00PM, the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received a call for a motor vehicle accident involving a male pedestrian. The collision occurred at the intersection of Beechmont Avenue and Springdale Street. The pedestrian was struck by a 2011 gray Nissan Altima 2.5 traveling southbound on Beechmont Avenue. The victim was in the roadway walking southbound on Beechmont Avenue. American Medical Response, the Bridgeport Fire Department and Bridgeport Police all responded to this intersection to investigate the accident and render aid. The victim was transported to Saint Vincent’s Hospital for serious injuries sustained at the scene. The female operator of the striking vehicle remained on scene and cooperated with police. The male passenger was arrested on…
Bridgeport News: McRobbery
2024-01-10@11:AMish Police are investigating a robbery at 1700 Park Avenue. When I asked which store police responded "Police are still actively investigating the call but there is no immediate threat". Be On The Lookout calls to surrounding towns said there were 2 males armed driving a black Acura TL, but the car was located a short time later.
Bridgeport News: Tonight’s Vehicle Fire
2024-01-10@8:09pm--#Bridgeport CT---Tonight's vehicle fire was in the 300 block of Wood Avenue. Firefighters quick work prevented the fire from extending to the home.