Bridgeport News: Man Hit By Tractor Trailer
2020-07-08@5:40pm--#Bridgeport CT-- An employee was allegedly hit by a tractor-trailer at the waste facility at 750 South Avenue.
Bridgeport News: 2 Arrested After Man Shot In The Buttocks
2020-07-08@12:04pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Two are arrested after a man was shot in the buttocks at 180 Yaremich Drive according to initial reports.
Paycheck Protection Program
Bridgeport, CT – The Small Business Administration announced 16,495 small businesses in Connecticut’s Fourth Congressional District received between $1.3-2.4 billion* in loan assistance through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), supporting 140,916 jobs. Nationwide, the program made more than five million loans totaling approximately $520 billion and supported more than 51 million jobs, representing 84% of small business employment. “Congress acted quickly to authorize and implement the PPP program at the beginning of this pandemic,” said Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04). “The swift action stanched the bleeding and allowed Connecticut workers to keep lights on and food on the table. We made adjustments after the initial release of funds to get more money in the hands of minority-owned businesses and businesses without…
Bridgeport News: Stabbing Was Minor Puncture Wound
2020-07-07@ 8:22pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Other media outlets are posting a stabbing that occurred in the 500 block of Hallet Street due to a Bridgeport Police tweet that said "Preliminary report of an assault w/ a dangerous weapon 500th block of Hallett St. Possible party stabbed. BPD on-scene along with AMR. NFI". NFI is No Further Information. I went to the scene and a man had a minor puncture wound to his back that didn't require any medical treatment. I wasn't even going to post it until I saw the other reports.
Bridgeport Police Need Your Help
#Bridgeport CT-- Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person depicted in the below image, in connection with a robbery that occurred on the east side of Bridgeport on June 21, 2020. Anyone who can identify this male is asked to call Detective Cintron at 203-581-5227.
Bridgeport News: Firework Burn To The Face
2020-07-06@9:40pm--#Bridgeport CT-- First responders on the way to Wood and Iranistan Avenue where a person received a burn to their face and eye from a firework. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_83788" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Visit Penfield Service's website: https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/[/caption]
Bridgeport News: Dryer Fire
2020-07-06@8:20pm--Firefighters were dispatched to a dryer fire at 707 Washington Avenue. The fire was contained to the dryer.
Bridgeport News: Crash!
2020-07-06@8:18pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Two ambulances were dispatched for this crash at Park Avenue and Olive Street.
Bridgeport News: Columbus Statue Taken Down At Seaside Park
Mayor Ganim UPDATE: City officials removed the Christopher Columbus statue at Seaside Park and placed it in storage out of an abundance of caution for the preservation of the historic artifact, the need to respond to modern-day sensitivities, as well as public safety at large. Community leaders of all cultures and ethnicities are discussing ways to continue to honor and recognize each other’s heritage within the city of Bridgeport in a way that is peaceful, educational and supportive to all. The future of the statue is undetermined at this time. Mayor Ganim, “We recognize, value, celebrate and support all cultures and ethnicities in our city and we need continue to do so with respect and understanding.” Aidee Nieves, “Though we removed…
Bridgeport Police Investigate A Serious Crash
#Bridgeport CT-- On July 5, 2020 at approximately 7:16 pm Bridgeport Patrol Officers and Bridgeport Firefighters responded to the scene of a serious crash at the intersection of Madison Avenue and Center Street Extension. A 34-year-old Bridgeport man was traveling southbound on Madison Avenue operating a white 2007 Yamaha YZFR1 motorcycle. As the motorcycle approached the intersection of Madison Avenue and Center Street Extension a blue 2005 Toyota RAV4, operated by a 51-year-old Bridgeport man, was traveling eastbound on Center Street Extension. The operator of the RAV4 attempted to turn left onto Madison Avenue when he crossed the motorcyclist path of travel. The car and motorcycle collided at the intersection; causing the operator of the motorcycle to be ejected and…