Merritt Crash
3:35pm--#cttraffic--#Fairfield CT-- A report of a multi car accident first report between 42 and 44 now reported a the turnaround just before the exits. First responders just arriving on scene. This report made possible by:
Fairfield News: Filmmaker Film Screening
#Fairfield, CT--There will be a Fairfield Filmmaker Film Screening at the Fairfield Public Library on Wednesday, October 14. Fairfield resident, Brean Cunningham (co- director) will introduce the film, Dogs on the Inside, at 7 pm in the Rotary Room of the Main Library, 1080 Old Post Road. Dogs on the Inside follows the relationships between abused stray dogs and prison inmates working towards a second chance at a better life. In an attempt to re-build their confidence and prepare for a new life outside, these prisoners must first learn to handle and care for a group of neglected strays. Brean Cunningham is a documentary filmmaker and producer (Cheer). In 2011, Brean co- founded Expect Miracles Productions to “tell stories people can believe in.” Brean will…
Fairfield Police Make Drug Bust
A traffic stop lead to an arrest at operator was stopped in his car at about 6pm in front of the Pumpkin Patch Preschool is located nearby on the corner of Grasmere and Kings Highway Cutoff. Arrest was Avellino, Christian (3/26/67) for: Possession of Cocaine (15 small bags) Possession with Intent to Sell Possession within 1500’ of school Weapons in a M/V (blackjack) K-9 responded to further search the vehicle and located and additional bags of Cocaine (included in total) and $600+ was seized as proceeds of admitted narcotic sales. Avellino also has an outstanding domestic violence warrant ($20,000 bond) held by Bridgeport Police. He was held on $10,000 bond.
Fairfield News: Windows Being Shot Out
8:14pm--#Fairfield CT-- A person in the 1500 block of Stratfield Avenue reported their storm door was shattered. At 8:59 a person in the 200 block just reported to police that one of their windows was shot out by a BB gun. Unknown at this time if they are connected but be on the look out! This report is made possible by:
Let’s Talk About Quilts at the Fairfield Public Library
#Fairfield, CT--Quilting may date back as far as ancient Egypt, but it continues to be popular with crafters and collectors. The Fairfield Woods Branch Library, 1147 Fairfield Woods Road, will be Talking About Quilts with Susan J. Jerome on Saturday, October 17 at 2:00 pm. Pieces of fabric can have the power to evoke an emotional response. Using images of antique quilts and quilted objects, Ms. Jerome will discuss some of the definitions and ideas surrounding the word “quilt”. Learn about textile history and how technological changes influenced the projection of quilts during the 19th century. Learn how to properly store textile heirlooms for future generations. Susan J. Jerome is the Collection Manager at the University of Rhode Island Historic Textile and Costume Collection. She earned her…
Today’s Car Fire
12:00pm--#cttraffic--#Fairfield CT--Today's car fire is in Fairfield on I-95 northbound just before exit 19. A dry chemical extinguisher put the fire out on the trailer that was in tow. Firefighter now on scene only the left lane is getting by.
Fairfield News: School Custodian Busted On Narcotics Charges
On 9/28/2015, the Principal of Mill Hill School, requested assistance from the Police School Safety Unit regarding possible drugs being possessed by a school custodian. During the investigation, officers seized a small amount of marijuana, two small containers which contained a controlled substance, and drug paraphernalia. The items were seized from a vehicle parked in the parking lot. The custodian for the elementary school was subsequently arrested and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, Illegal Possession Near a School, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Anthony J. Piccolo, age 48, of Fairfield, was released on a written promise to appear in court on 10/7/2015. This report made possible by:
Fairfield News: Dumpster Fire
2:22pm--#Fairfield CT-- Firefighters were called to Pepe's Pizza for a smoking dumpster, they quickly put it out. No word on what it was smoking but I'm sure it will get trashed...........
Fairfield News: 2 Year Old Injures Hand
3:49pm--#Fairfield CT-- A 2 year old girl had some minor bruising after getting her hand caught in the gate at the Ferris Wheel at the Assumption Carnival on Stratfield Avenue. She is "coming round" now.......medical treatment refused. This report made possible by.
Fairfield News: Arrest Mad In Car Break In’s
12:00am--#Fairfield CT--#Black Rock CT--Police nab a person wanted in car break in's catching him after a brief foot pursuit behind Michael Gennaro's Steakhouse at 238 Post Road. The suspect was brought down after being tazed. Sorry, this was the best photograph I was able get as the sergeant directed the patrol officer to block the scene with his police cruiser. The suspect was transport to St. Vincent's Hospital to be treated for injuries prior to booking. This may be connected to a break in at Lexus Pre-Owned vehicles on Commerce Drive. I know the sergeant wasn't talking and the Shift Commander was on the road so I'll check with Lt. Perez tomorrow.