Today the Bridgeport Teacher's Union met at Fairfield Woods Middle School in Fairfield for a closed all-member union meeting. Jeff Morrissey is the president of the Bridgeport Education Association (BEA), the union that represents the teachers in Bridgeport Public Schools told us that the meeting will address recent changes and listening to member's concerns.
The middle, left lane and left breakdown lane is closed on I-95 southbound is closed due to a multi-car crash. No word on injuries. 2024-09-05@4:52pm--#BridgeportCT #cttraffic
On September 1, 2024, at approximately 5:44 a.m., officers responded to an alarm call at Boca Oyster Bar, located at 10 East Main St. The alarm was determined to be false. As the officers were preparing to leave the scene, they noticed a Dodge Charger in the Bass Pro parking lot across the street performing "donuts" and spinning its tires, leaving fresh circular skid marks on the pavement. The driver of the Dodge Charger was later identified as Luis G. Hartwell. After completing the reckless driving maneuvers, Hartwell parked his vehicle next to another car, which was occupied by a male spectator. Officers approached Hartwell as he exited his vehicle. As he attempted to return to his car and opened…
Unconfirmed radio reports say there was an assault at Park and Washington Avenue and another assault on Oak Street. It is not believed to be related. 2024-09-04@11:11pm--#bridgeportct
A crash with injuries is causing gridlock at Park and North Avenue. North Avenue is backed up in both directions. 2024-09-04@4:05pm #BridgeportCT
https://youtu.be/Llhnb0G-Hfg Report of two separate motor vehicle accidents, the first at the intersection of Seaview Ave and Williston Street, where a vehicle went through a metal fence into a tree. The second is reported by unconfirmed witness reports to be a hit and run with one car striking a building at Seaview Ave and Crescent Ave. Despite being only a block away, there is not at this time a known connection between the two crashes.
On 08/30/2024, the Bridgeport Police Department successfully apprehended Ismael Padilla, a suspect with a lengthy criminal record, wanted in connection with multiple burglary warrants in both Bridgeport and Fairfield. Padilla’s arrest marks a significant development in ongoing efforts by Det. Palatiello to address a series of burglaries that have affected the local community. Through advanced law enforcement investigative techniques, The Bridgeport Police Department identified Padilla as the suspect in several burglaries across the City of Bridgeport. His arrest comes after a swift and professional response by patrol officers to an active burglary in progress. The officers’ quick actions and dedication to public safety led directly to Padilla’s apprehension. The investigation remains ongoing. The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. Padilla…
On August 26, the Bridgeport Police Regional Task Force received a tip about 25-year-old Steven Ramos, who was believed to be carrying an illegal firearm. Officers located Ramos driving near Park Avenue and South Avenue and conducted a traffic stop. Ramos, a convicted felon, was found with a loaded Glock 9mm handgun equipped with an extended 24-round magazine hidden in his waistband. During a search following his arrest, officers also discovered 3.85 grams of crack cocaine and 2.97 grams of fentanyl on him. Ramos was arrested and charged with several offenses, including illegal possession of a firearm, carrying a pistol without a permit, possession of a high-capacity magazine, illegal transfer of a firearm, and possession of controlled substances.
Report of a fire at the 300 block of Wood Ave in Bridgeport. Firefighters quickly knocked down the fire and it is out at this time. https://youtu.be/SUS1YEu967Y
Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport Public Facilities Department has announced that construction will begin for the East Washington Avenue Bridge Deck on September 5, 2024. The bridge was previously fixed in place by the City making the bridge inoperable after the water channel below the bridge was deemed non-navigable by the US Coast Guard. The scope of the project is to only repair the concrete decking portion of the bridge while removing one inch of the existing deck. The project will also consist of the installation of a waterproofing membrane and pave one inch of high-strength asphalt, approved by the Department of Transportation. The project is expected to take 2-3 weeks, weather dependent, with a project end date of September 26, 2024.…
