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Westport News: Domestic Violence

On July 9, 2023 at approximately 1:36 PM, Westport Police met with the complainant of this incident at Westport Police Department. They reported a domestic that occurred the previous night whereMr. Tsai allegedly assaulted the complainant after an argument. Mr. Tsai allegedly took the complainants cell phone and prevented them from calling 911 to report the incident while it was occurring. A warrant was issued and on July 19, 2023, Mr. Tsai turned himself into the Westport Police Department and was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Interfering with an Emergency Call, and Assault 3rd He wasreleased on a court set bond of $50,000

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Bridgeport News: NYC Cops Barricades Himself, 5 Guns Recovered, 1 Cop Injured–GOES UNREPORTED

Bridgeport News: NYC Cops Barricades Himself, 5 Guns Recovered, 1 Cop Injured--GOES UNREPORTED 2023-07-30@5:30AMish-- #Bridgeport CT-- Viewers reached out to me that early Sunday morning, a former New York City police officer barricaded himself inside his home in the 1100 block of Iranistan Avenue holding his wife against her will. The Bridgeport Swat team was activated. A video of the incident was also live-streamed online (see frame grab below). Bridgeport Police attempted to kick the door in but were unsuccessful at first. One officer was injured "blowing his knee out" and taken to the hospital after a failed attempt to kick in the door. A third attempt was made and the door opened and the suspect was taken into custody.…

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Bridgeport News: 2 Shot

Police UPDATE: On July 30, 2023, at approximately 12:15 am Bridgeport Police received reports of (2) victims shot outside the Bank Sports Bar located at 102 Bank Street.  Officers quickly responded to the area to find both victims had already been transported to an area hospital via private vehicle.  Officers identified a crime scene along Bank Street and inside the McLevy Green.  The McLevy Green is a public square that runs adjacent to Bank Street.  Officers secured that area and contacted the Detective Bureau. Officers made a follow up to the hospital and confirmed 2 victims had arrived with gunshot wounds.  One victim, identified as 29-year-old Bridgeport man, suffered a gunshot wound to the chest.  He is listed in critical…

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Bridgeport News: Cooling Centers

The City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Activate Cooling Center Protocol During the Last Week of July Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport EOC in conjunction with Mayor Ganim advises all residents to take caution and seek refuge in cooling centers during normal business hours. Residents may utilize any of the locations listed below to seek shelter during periods of heat and increased health risk for those who have asthma. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity during the heat. Homeless communities may also visit shelters to seek refuge during the air quality advisory by calling 211. Cooling Centers: Senior Centers (Open weekdays only) Black Rock Senior Center – 2676 Fairfield Avenue, (8:00am- 3:00pm) East Side Senior Center –…

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