Severe Weather
So many storm-related calls, including a tree that landed a Mini-Cooper on the Merritt Parkway near exit 53. Post your storm-related damage pictures and videos in the comments. Don't forget to post the street and town. 2025-07-03
Psychiatrist Arrested for Sexual Assault
Fairfield, CT — On June 30, 2025, Dr. Lazaro Pomeraniec of Westport, CT was arrested by theFairfield Police Department and charged with Sexual Assault in the 4th Degree in connectionwith an incident involving one of his patients.Dr. Pomeraniec was released on a $25,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in BridgeportSuperior Court on July 10, 2025.Anyone with information or who believes they may have been a victim is urged to contact theFairfield Police Special Victims Unit at (203) 254-4804. All reports will be handled withAnyone with information is encouraged to contact the Fairfield Police Department at (203) 254- Anonymous tips can be submitted via the Fairfield PD mobile app, by texting the keywordFPDCT and your message to 847411 (Tip411), or…
Bridgeport Police Investigate Drive-By Shooting
Police are looking for a white BMW driven by a black male with dreads for a shots-fired incident on Carroll Avenue, according to unconfirmed state police radio reports. There were no reports of anyone being hit. Detectives are on the scene investigating. 2025-07-01@4:33pm--#Bridgeport CT
Fairfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash on Post Road: Fleeing Driver Located and Charged
https://youtu.be/MPOJq2lUXR8 Fairfield, CT – On Saturday, June 21, 2025, at approximately 9:30 PM, the Fairfield County Regional Dispatch Center received multiple 911 calls reporting a serious crash at the intersection of Post Road and South Benson Road involving a passenger vehicle and a moped. Despite lifesaving efforts at the scene, the moped operator, identified as Juan Otilio Tista Tista, age 25 of Bridgeport, later succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. The Fairfield Police Department extends its deepest condolences to Mr. Tista Tista’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. Due to the serious nature of the crash, the Fairfield Police Department's Crash Reconstruction Unit responded and assumed the investigation. The investigation revealed that Antony Gutierrez Silva, age…
Town of Fairfield Announces Christine Vitale Named as Acting First Selectman
Fairfield, CT, June 29, 2025—The Town of Fairfield announces that First Selectman Bill Gerber hasbeen diagnosed with a brain tumor and is currently undergoing medical evaluation, which will necessitatehis absence from the office in the coming weeks.In accordance with the provisions of the Town Charter, and to ensure continued leadership and stabilityduring his absence, First Selectman Gerber has designated Selectman Christine Vitale to serve as ActingFirst Selectman, effective immediately.Christine Vitale brings extensive experience in Town governance and has served on the Board ofSelectmen since November 2023. Prior to that, she served six years on the Board of Education, four asChair. She has served on the Board of Health and is currently Co-Chair of the Fairfield CARESCommunity Coalition. She will assume…
Car and Motorcycle Collide
Report of a crash between a car and a motorcycle on the Merritt Parkway northbound just before the on ramp for exit 41. There are no further details. 2025-06-26@6:03pm--#Fairfield CT
Fairfield Man Extradited from Florida on Multiple Warrants Tied to Domestic Violence by Norwalk Police
Norwalk, CT – In November 2023, Norwalk Police were contacted by Desoto Correctional Institution in Florida about Jacob Getman, a Fairfield man incarcerated on domestic violence charges and wanted on multiple warrants in Connecticut. After confirming he was wanted on several warrants—many involving domestic violence—Norwalk Police arranged for his extradition. On June 22, 2025, members of the Norwalk Police Special Services Division traveled to Florida to extradite Getman, 36, of Fairfield. He was returned to Connecticut and held on a total of $280,000 bond for multiple warrants including four counts of first-degree failure to appear, two counts of violation of a protective order, and two counts of violation of probation. Getman was arraigned at Stamford Court on June 23, 2025.
Motorcycle Accident
UPDATE:Fairfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash on Post Road: Fleeing Driver LocatedFairfield, CT — On 6/21/2025 at about 9:30 p.m., Fairfield Police responded to several 911 calls reporting a crash involving a moped and a vehicle on Post Road near South Benson Road. The striking vehicle fled the scene prior to officers’ arrival; however, during the investigation, officers were able to locate both the vehicle and the driver. Despite lifesaving measures being taken on scene, the 25-year-old moped driver later succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. Out of respect for the family, the individual’s identity is not being released at this time. The Fairfield Police Crash Reconstruction Unit responded to the scene and took over the investigation. Traffic in…