Stabbing
Bridgeport Police are investigating a stabbing on John Street. No additional details have been released at this time regarding the victim’s condition or if any arrests have been made. 2026-03-09@5:41pm
Bus Crash
Report of a crash involving a city bus at Main Street and Wentworth Street in Bridgeport. At this time there is no update about injuries.
THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT AND MAYOR GANIM LAUNCH NEW ANTI-BLIGHT ORDINANCES
Bridgeport, CT – The City of Bridgeport and Mayor Ganim have announced updates to the City’s Anti-Blight Ordinances. Adjusted by the City Council, these updates enhance the city’s ability to strengthen enforcement and improve the process for addressing blighted properties throughout the city. The updated ordinances are designed to ensure a more effective system while creating a prompt and efficient process for property owners who wish to appeal blight citations. The changes are part of the City’s continued efforts to maintain safe, clean and well-maintained neighborhoods across Bridgeport. Key Updates Include: Reduced Cleanup Timeline: Property owners now have 10 days to address blight violations after receiving notice New Fee Schedule $150 per day for occupied properties $250 per day for vacant properties…
Hazardous Condition Closes Marshalls
Firefighters have called in the Fire Marshal to determine a hazardous condition that has forced the Marshalls store at 4487 Main Street in Bridgeport to close. According to unconfirmed radio reports, the issue may involve a problem with a support beam. 2026-03-07@3:36pm
8/25 Crash Shuts Highway
First responders were called to a crash on Route 8/25 northbound near Exit 2B in Bridgeport. Initial reports indicate one car struck the guardrail. There is no word on any injuries at this time. The highway is currently shutdown northbound.
I-95 Crash Involves 2 cars 1 Truck
Crash reported on I-95 northbound near Exit 22 in Fairfield involving a tractor-trailer and two cars. No injuries or entrapment have been reported. 2026-03-04@10:38pm
Trumbull Gardens Crash
Report of a 3 car crash at Trumbull Gardens in Bridgeport by Reservoir Ave and Trumbull Ave, with one car hitting a fence.
Chicken Coop Fire
Report of a chicken coop fire on the 100 block of Alpine Street in Bridgeport. Firefighters arrived on scene and quickly put out the fire, which at that point extended to the garage. No report on if there are any injuries, either person or chicken.
Bridgeport Fugitive Found Hiding Under Trash Bags, Arrested by Task Force
On February 27, 2026, the Bridgeport Police Task Force—comprised of local, state, and federally assigned investigators—was notified that Wilber Martinez, 38, of Bridgeport, failed to appear for a scheduled court date on February 11. As a result of his failure to appear, arrest warrants were issued. Martinez had previously been released on a $500,000 court-set bond following his August 2023 arrest on several charges including two counts of Manslaughter with a Motor Vehicle, six counts of Reckless Endangerment, two counts of Risk of Injury to a Child, Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence, Reckless Driving, speeding over 70 MPH, driving without a license, and additional motor vehicle-related offenses. On March 3, through investigative efforts, Task Force officers developed information…
Crash!
A two car crash at Arctic and Brooks Street. No word on injuries. 2026-02-28@10:34pm-- #Bridgeport CT