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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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Bridgeport News: Police Need Your Help

#Bridgeport CT-- The case officer is requesting the publics assistance in identifying possible witnesses and/or suspects depicted in the attached photos.  These photos were taken on the night of the incident. Anyone with information can contact the case officer, Detective Kenneth Mckenna, at 203-581-5245.  Citizens can also utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips line at 203 576-TIPS. The 8-year-old victim has been released from the hospital. BPD CFS No. 23-59908 – BPD DB Case No. 23D-1082 / Aggravated Assault with a Firearm / 200 block of Orchard Street On July 23, 2023, at approximately 11:00 pm ShotSpotter alerted to (16) rounds discharged within the 300 block of Orchard Street and another (4) rounds discharged within the 300 block of Spring St.  ShotSpotter…

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Bridgeport News: Man Shot On The West Side

#Bridgeport CT-- On July 26, 2023, at approximately 2:40 pm the Bridgeport Police Emergency Operations Center received information that a male party presented himself at an area hospital suffering from gunshot wound to his left hand and left knee. The Detective Bureau has responded and taken over the investigation. The victim, a 22-year-old Stratford man, was uncooperative with Detectives and would only say he was traveling alone in his car somewhere on the westside of the City when he was shot. His injuries are reported to be non-life threatening. Anyone with information about this crime is requested to contact the Detective Bureau, Detective Albert Palatiello, at 203-581-5226. Citizens can also utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS.

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Person Stabbed In Bridgeport

Tuesday 2023-07-26@ At 4:18 PM, the Bridgeport Emergency Communication Center received a 911 call informing them that a man had been stabbed on Kossuth Avenue. According to initial reports from the scene, the person had suffered a stab wound on the arm. The officers who arrived at the location mentioned that the injured person was not cooperating.The victim was taken to the hospital for treatment of a serious injury.

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Bridgeport News: Person Shot

#Bridgeport CT-- At 2:39 PM, the Bridgeport Emergency Communications Center received a call from St. Vincent's Medical Center. They reported that someone with a gunshot wound had been brought to their emergency room,but the injury was not life-threatening. The Bridgeport Police Department is currently at the scene, investigating the incident.However, it's unclear where the shooting actually took place.

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All Is Well In Ganimville

Press Release - All Is Well In Ganimville Despite 12 homicides for 2023, 634 ShotSpotter Activations & Record Low Police RanksMayor Ganim and the Bridgeport Police Department Announce Decrease in Crime Statistics Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport Police Department has reported that overall crime statistics throughout the City have been on a decline in comparison to this time last year. The most notable statistical decrease can be found in shooting incidents throughout Bridgeport. The number of shooting incidents has dropped by almost 34% from this time last year, with non-fatal shooting victims at a 40% decrease, and fatal shooting victims at a 33% decrease. This decline comes from the avid efforts being put in to boost recruitment throughout the department while…

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