Motorbike Hits Parked Car
A man driving a motorbike in the 200 block of Madison Terrace hit a parked car. He was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. 2026-03-28@12:08pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Fairfield Police File Additional Charges in News Express Armed Robbery Case
Fairfield Police have filed additional charges against Wesner Thelamour, age 40, of Bridgeport, in connection with the armed robbery of News Express located at 200 Tunxis Hill Road in Fairfield. On 3/25/2026, Thelamour was arrested on a warrant and charged with Robbery in the First Degree with a Firearm and Larceny in the Second Degree. He was held on a bond of $175,000 and is scheduled to appear in court on 3/26/2026. These charges represent an update to a previously reported investigation stemming from an armed robbery earlier this month. The investigation began on March 2, 2026, at approximately 9:00 PM, when Fairfield Police responded to News Express for a report of an armed robbery in progress. During the incident,…
Driver Struck
A driver called first responders, saying she was struck by a food truck while getting out of her car at Barnum and East Main Street. No striking vehicles were found, and no word on her injuries at this time. 2026-03-25@5:51PM #Bridgeport CT
First Responders Stuck In Elevator
Bridgeport firefighters called to Bridgeport Mental Health at 1635 Central Avenue for 2 state police officer and an EMT from AMR stuck i the elevator. 2026-03-25@4:19pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Scooter Accident
A person riding a scooter was hit by a vehicle at Rosalie Drive and Madison Avenue. The victim was alert and speaking when police arrived, and the driver remained on scene and is cooperating. 2026-03-21@4:40pm
Statement from Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery on Proposed State Funding for Schools
Redirecting between $100 million and $150 million in state funding to local school districts by scaling back the rebate program is a significant step in the right direction for our students and our community. The strong focus on increasing education funding is meaningful, appreciated, and reflects a clear recognition of the needs facing our schools. For districts like Bridgeport, additional funding means more direct support in our classrooms, stronger academic programs, and a greater ability to meet the needs of every student we serve. It helps us continue the important work already underway and strengthens our ability to provide students with the opportunities they deserve. We are sincerely grateful to House Speaker Matthew Ritter, State Representative Christopher Rosario, and members…
Knife Waving
If traveling on Boston Avenue near Sheridan Street, avoid the man in the red hoodie waving a knife at cars passing by.... 2026-03-19@11:25am--#BridgeportCT, #BridgeportNews, #BostonAvenue, #PublicSafety, #PoliceResponse, #DoingItLocal
Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's vehicle fire is being hosted by Bridgeport on East Main Street near Spring Street. The fire marshal was called to investigate. 2026-03-18@7:19pm
Bridgeport Police Seize 105 Pounds Of Cannabis
On Friday, March 13, 2026, in a coordinated effort, the Bridgeport Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Division, together with the DEA Bridgeport Field Office, The Bridgeport Fire Inspectors Office, and the Bridgeport Building Department, executed a search and seizure warrant at 51 Boston Avenue, operating as Dubai High Tobacco & Vape. During the operation, officers successfully seized approximately 105 lbs. of Cannabis and THC related products, addressing ongoing concerns through the city of Bridgeport as it relates to the illegal sale of cannabis and THC related products by smoke shop establishments. Officers also seized $6,788.00 Us currency believed to be proceeds from the illegal sale of Cannabis / THC products. This is the second successful seizure from this establishment in the last year. On November 10, 2025, The Bridgeport Police Narcotics and Vice Division, in collaboration with our state…
Shots Fired!
About 20 shots were fired on Sunshine Circle according to unconfirmed radio reports. So far, there have been no reports of anyone or anything being hit. Police are looking for a black Hyundai. 2026-03-18@5:00PMish #bridgeportct #BridgeportNews, #ShotsFired, #PoliceInvestigation, #LocalCrime, #DoingItLocal