Crash!
No reported injuries in this one car crash at Main and Atlantic Street. 2024-09-03@1:51pm--#Bridgeport CT
Assault
Report of an assault in the 500 block of Arctic Street according to unconfirmed radio reports. There are no further details.
Water Rescue
At approximately 3:45pm the Bridgeport Fire Department was dispatched to a water emergency in the area of Long Beach (Stratford). Bridgeport Fireboat 233 arrived to find a 32-foot vessel taking on water. Seven persons were found to be onboard the vessel. 5 were removed to the Fireboat, while 2 remained onboard the original vessel to assist Seatow with its towing operations. All returned to the public safety dock in Bridgeport and no injuries were reported.
Fairfield Avenue Closed
Fairfield Avenue at Sherwood Avenue is closed due to a car crash. No word on injuries. 2024-09-01@11:27pm--#bridgeportct
Troopers Sustain Minor Injuries, CSP K-9 Escapes Injury in I-95 Incident in Westport
On 08/28/2024 at approximately 11:39 AM, a Trooper assigned to Troop G in Bridgeport responded to I-95 Southbound in the area of Exit 17 in Westport for a disabled tractor trailer in a hazardous location in the median portion of the highway. Prior to reaching the tractor trailer, the trooper was advised that the tractor trailer operator was observed leaving the scene on an electric scooter, crossed the three travel lanes of the highway, and was last seen driving the electric scooter southbound in the right shoulder. Upon locating the tractor trailer operator, the Trooper activated their emergency lights and siren and the operator of the scooter complied and came to a stop in the right shoulder. Once…
Structure Fire
https://youtu.be/2QMHLBcumiw Bridgeport Fire Department said in a statement that they were dispatched at 8:20 pm to a structure fire at 48 Alpine St. Heavy fire was encountered on all 3 floors of a 2 ½ story wood frame. The fire was placed under control at 11:35 pm after an extensive overhaul of the building. No civilian injuries were reported at this time, and one firefighter was transported to the hospital for evaluation for non-life-threatening injuries. Red Cross is relocating 2 adults and 3 children. The Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the fire.
Bridgeport News: Car Versus House
Report of a car into a house at 737 Brewster Street in Bridgeport. The car struck the support column of the house porch.
Crash!
A crash with injuries and the need for extrication occurred in front of City Gas on Huntington Turnpike, sending one vehicle toward the pumps, narrowly missing them. The roadway is currently closed for the crash investigation. 2024-08-31 @ 3:38 PM - #BridgeportCT
Two Suspects Arrested in Early Morning Burglary at Bridgeport Roofing Supply; Stolen Vehicle Recovered
On August 29, 2024, at approximately 2:57 AM, Bridgeport Police patrol units responded to a reported burglary in progress at Beacon Roofing Supply on 1730 Commerce Drive. The alarm company, Comp Tech - Logic Communications, reported that three suspects—two males and one female—were actively attempting to steal materials from the property. Video surveillance showed the suspects passing items over a fence. Upon arrival, patrol units observed the suspects trying to secure stolen items in the back seat of a grey 2012 Hyundai Elantra, later determined to be stolen from Bridgeport on August 26, 2024. The suspects attempted to flee on foot but were quickly apprehended by officers. Inside the Hyundai Elantra, officers found 17 bundles of roofing shingles valued at…
Bridgeport News: Crash!
Report of a 2 car crash at the intersection of Capitol Ave and Whitney Ave. Firefighters needed to remove the door to get at one of the involved individuals, and there is a report that one was sent to the hospital.