Bridgeport

Bridgeport

Homicide #2

Jan 9, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Police UPDATE: On January 9, 2025, at approximately 5:05 pm Bridgeport Police responded to report(s) of a party shot within the 100 block of Hewitt Street. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim at the front of a residence on Hewitt Street suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound to the torso.  Medics arrived and transported the victim to an area hospital where he passed away a short time later. Patrol Officers secured the crime scene and notified the Detective Bureau (DB).  The DB Homicide Squad is responding along with the Forensic Identification Unit. The Detective Bureau is currently in the process of canvassing the area, identifying potential witnesses, and developing a suspect(s). The preliminary investigation suggests there was a…

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Bridgeport News: Structure Fire

Jan 8, 2025 Alex

https://youtu.be/XkRrSOMe3CU Report of a fire near the 800 block of Sylvan Ave. in Bridgeport. According to unconfirmed radio reports this was a chimney fire that extended to the wall of the building. Firefighters quickly dispatched the fire, in weather that was so cold that by the time the runoff water from the hose got to the drain it was slush.

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Bridgeport News: Nelson Garcia, Suspect in Homicide of Steven Vega Taken into Custody

Jan 7, 2025 Alex

Bridgeport Police have confirmed the arrest of 47-year-old Nelson Garcia in connection with the January 4, 2025, murder of Steven Vega. Garcia was identified as the suspect in the fatal shooting at 242 Lake Street, and his apprehension marks a critical development in the case. While the suspect is now in custody, detectives remain actively engaged in gathering evidence and completing their investigation. Authorities urge anyone with additional information to contact Detective Elizabeth Santora at 203-581-5291 or provide anonymous tips through 203-576-TIPS.

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Murder Suspect Wanted in connection to Lake Street Murder: Nelson Garcia

Jan 6, 2025 Alex

NELSON GARCIA / MALE / HISPANIC47 YEARS OF AGE DOB: 08/13/1977 HEIGHT 5’2”, WEIGHT 150 lbs., HAIR BLACK, EYES BROWN LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 242 LAKE STREET, BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT The above person is wanted for the January 4, 2025, MURDER of Steven Vega in Bridgeport CT. Nelson Garcia is known to frequent the North End and West Side of Bridgeport, CT.The above should be considered ARMED and DANGEROUS. Immediately call 911 with any information and follow up with thecase officer, Detective Elizabeth Santora, at 203 581-5291

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Lake Street Shooting Confirmed BPT First Homicide of the Year

Jan 5, 2025 Alex

The Bridgeport Police Department confirms that Steven Vega, the victim of a January 4, 2025, shooting at 242 Lake Street, succumbed to his injuries earlier this morning. Initially reported as critically injured, Vega sustained gunshot wounds to his torso and hand during an altercation that began inside the residence and continued to the front steps of the single-family home. Officers responding to the scene secured the area and initiated an investigation, which is now being led by the Detective Bureau’s Homicide Squad. Investigators have determined that the incident was isolated and that Vega knew his attacker. Strong leads have been developed, and detectives are actively identifying witnesses and collecting additional evidence. The Bridgeport Police Department extends its deepest condolences to…

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