Bridgeport News: Carjacking
2019-07-16 @ 9:46pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A carjacking just occurred in the 100 block of Hollister Avenue. Taken was a 4-door black Cadillac at gunpoint by two males, both armed. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Rollover Accident On The East Side
11:42pm-- A car traveling at a high rate of speed on the East Side hit a car, a parked truck and totaled a trike with no one on board. The car then hit a linked fence then flipped over into a yard at the intersection of Arctic and William Street. First responders said there were three inside the vehicle but they were able to get themselves out and transported to the hospital. Police are investigating.
Bridgeport News: House Shot Up
2019-07-16@12:40am-- #Bridgeport CT-- Report of gunfire on Remington Street. Police locate shell casings and a house shot up in the 100 block. No reports of anyone hit. This news report is made possible by:
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Hosts First Kids Week
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. –— July 15, 2019—Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is hosting a Kids Week festival from Monday, July 15 through Sunday, July 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. Dozens of fun-filled activities, live animal shows, hands-on workshops, musical performances, special guest appearances and interactive demonstrations for the entire family are scheduled. Check the Zoo’s online calendar at https://www.beardsleyzoo.org/kids-week.htmlfor each day’s schedule. What: The Zoo’s first Kids Week: a full week of family fun with special guests all week long. Every day is different and filled with interactive demonstrations, live shows, and family activities. All activities are free with regular Zoo admission: $16 for adults, $13 for children 3-11, $12 for seniors 62 and older. Children under 3 are free. Who: Dozens of guests with demonstrations including…
Fairfield-Bridgeport News: 10 Year Old Steals SUV
2019-07-15 @ 8:12pm--A person who parked at the Fairfield Metro Train Station reported that his car is missing after parking it there this morning. A short time later Bridgeport Police dispatch calls received calls of a child driving a vehicle on Seaview Terrace, Ellsworth and Grove, Brewster and Bywater Lane and finally the vehicle being abandoned on Bywater Lane (off Brewster). Fairfield Police dispatched their K-9 and Bridgeport Police apprehended a suspect matching an eyewitness description. Police then conducted a line-up for the witness. I contacted Bridgeport Police spokesperson and awaiting their response if the child was taken into custody to the youth bureau. The stolen vehicle was recovered.
Bridgeport News: Scooterjacking
2019-07-15 @ 11:59am--#Bridgeport CT-- A man was robbed at gunpoint of his scooter at Union and Stratford Avenue. The suspect fled towards Wilmont Avenue. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Man Shot
2019-07-14 @ 11:51pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police received a call for a shot-spotter activation in the 200 block of Hallett Street. Police discovered a car with bullet holes and blood in it. A short time later a gunshot victim arrived at Bridgeport Hospital. Initial report say the victim is alert and conscious.
Bridgeport News: Car Takes Down Fence
2019-07-14 @ 10:07pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A car rode up the sidewalk on Capital Avenue and took down a wrought iron fence around 276 French Street. EMS was called for an unrestrained boy in the backseat of the car.
Bridgeport News: Stranger Danger
POLICE UPDATE: On July 14, 2019 at approximately 2312hrs, a young woman walking on Alfred street was flagged down by male individual who attempted to get her to agree to enter the vehicle he was operating. The young woman declined. Shortly after, she shared the information with her mother who called police. Police located the suspect who was later identified as Juan Quechol-Mecatl shortly after. The vehicle he operated had misused plates. He was then place under arrest and transported to booking. Juan Quechol-Mecatl’s charges are below. The young woman was not injured during this incident. 2019-07-14 @ 10:01pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A man tried to lure a thirteen year old girl into a car at Alfred and Fairfield Avenue. A fight broke out between…
Bridgeport News: 1 In Custody After Foot Pursuit
2019-07-14 @ 9:34pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A man is in custody after a short foot pursuit on Palisades/Remington/Stewart Street area. I don't know what he was wanted for at this time but that is why there was a heavy police presence in the area. This news report is made possible by: