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Bridgeport Schools To Switch To Remote Learning

Nov 13, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

BRIDGEPORT, CT – Superintendent Mike Testani today announced that the Bridgeport Public Schools will shift to remote learning on Monday, November 23, 2020.   The announcement comes in response to an increase in persons impacted or testing positive with the COVID-19 virus.   The decision to start remote learning on the 23rd was in consultation with the Superintendent, the city’s health director, as well as other city leaders including the BOE. BPS will continue to provide students with “grab & go” meal services and will continue to provide updates of any other developments.   Below is the letter that was issued by the Superintendent to the parents, guardians, teachers, and school administrators.   Dear BPS Parents, Guardians, and Staff; I hope you are safe and well. The…

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Bridgeport Stratford

Guns And Ammo Confiscated

Oct 7, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

On October 6th, 2020 Bridgeport Task Force Officers assigned to the CSP Gang Unit / FBI Safe Streets, ATF and Stratford Police Narcotics Unit worked a joint operation.  The target of the operation was a Kevin Lopez, Aka “Cano” who was residing and running his illegal operation out of 179 Columbus Avenue in Stratford, CT.  Task Force Officers obtained a Search and Seizure Warrant for the residence.  Working jointly, Officers were able to detain both Kevin Lopez and his girlfriend, Stephanie Gonzalez.  Both Lopez and Gonzalez have a minor juvenile child together. During the execution of the search warrant, Officers located within the residence of 179 Columbus Avenue: four (4) illegal firearms, one of the four having an obliterated serial…

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Bridgeport

Covid Testing

Oct 7, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT--Health Director Morrissey reminding residents to “GetTestedBPT,” a prevention campaign designed to encourage residents to participate in the many free COVID-19 testing opportunities available weekly throughout the City of Bridgeport. “I’ve been tested multiple times, and it may not be pleasant, but it’s quick and easy,” states Mayor Ganim. “Do it for yourself, for your family, and to benefit our community.   Doctor’s notes aren’t required at community pop-up sites, just show up and show your ID.  Please, get tested so we can protect the health of everyone in our Bridgeport community.” Health Director Morrissey stated, “We are promoting COVID-19 testing because it’s important that we do all that we can to safeguard against any new cases in our city…

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Councilwoman Statement

Oct 6, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Yesterday, the city council held their meeting and embattled city councilwoman Eneida Martinez was in attendance. She has not been seen since the homicide at Keystone Club on Barnum Avenue last week, which Martinez is a manager. I was told she allegedly said "I want everyone to know I will never forget my friends but will always remember my enemies" directed at city councilwoman Maria Periera who has been calling for her resignation . A number of council members then made statements of praise and support for her. This morning this statement was found on Ernest Newton's Facebook page: "Good Morning All,Due to the nature of a pending investigation through the Bridgeport Police Department, where an unfortunate tragedy happened where…

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Bridgeport Police Provide Update & Seek Public, Partnership Assistance

Oct 5, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport, CT – Today Acting Chief Garcia provided an update  for the community as the Detective Bureau works to solve recent homicides, other divisions of the department are proactive, and have stepped up visibility and surveillance.   Additional patrols as directed by the Chief will be visible throughout the city with a concentration on “hot spots.” BPD reports that the majority of recent violent crimes were targeted incidents.  To combat these crimes and prevention of others, Bridgeport Police is working closely with other Taskforces and implementing Strategic Enforcement Teams in Patrol to monitor the hot spot areas with the goal of taking firearms off the streets and bringing those responsible to justice.  These efforts in the last month have resulted in PD recovery of…

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BRIDGEPORT POLICE ACTING CHIEF GARCIA PROVIDES

Oct 1, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

UPDATE ON RECENT VIOLENCE AND HOMICIDES BRIDGEPORT, CT – This morning Mayor Ganim was joined by Acting Chief Garcia for an updateon the violent crimes that took place in Bridgeport over the past week and included four homicides.The Bridgeport Police Detective Bureau is actively working to solve the homicide cases and isnear closure on three of the four and are now seeking public assistance.Acting Chief Garcia reports that the department has already implemented strategic and tacticalplans to address curbing the violence, but public engagement and input is needed.A “Strategic Enforcement Detail” (SED) is focusing on areas of the city that have shown increasesof concern via data driven tools provided by ShotSpotter and other reporting mechanisms. Inaddition to work that SED…

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