Stratford News: Boat Rescue
7:36pm-- #Stratford CT-- Firefighters rescues two from a boat rescue off 1215 Prospect Drive. This report was made possible by:
Today’s Vehicle Fire
11:20pm--#Stratford CT-- Today's vehicle fire was a the Stratford Hotel (the old Ramada) on Lordship Boulevard. A box truck was on fire on the side of the building. Smoke was entering the hotel and causing alarms to go off. Bridgeport Firefighters provided mutual aid. This report sponsored by:
Stratford News: Weapons Arrest
On 08-21-2015 Justin McCabe age 31 of Stratford was arrested at his home by patrol officers for several charges after responding to a report of shots fired. McCabe who lives at 135 Lincoln Street was reportedly intoxicated when he fired several rounds into the ground in the back yard of his residence. McCabe initially lied to officers as to his involvement but investigation and statements by witnesses helped prove otherwise. McCabe was taken into custody after a brief struggle. A total of three handguns were seized as evidence. McCabe was charged with: Unlawful Discharge Of A Firearm, Possession Of A Loaded Firearm While Intoxicated, Interfering With An Officer, Breach Of Peace 2nd and Reckless Endangerment. McCabe was held on a $75,000 dollar bond and is scheduled to appear in…
Stratford News: Pedestrian Hit
2:41pm--#Stratford CT-- Report of a pedestrian hit by a car in the Sunoco Station at 805 Main Street (near Merchant's Walk). Multiple radio reports say it is a man with a head injury. This report sponsored by:
Stratford News: Bicyclist Hit
3:51pm--#Stratford Ct--A bicyclist has been hit by a car at 1895 Barnum Avenue in front of Franklin Elementary School. The caller was the bicyclist so he is alert and conscious. First responders on the way. This report sponsored by:
Stratford News: Structure Fire
6:50pm--#Stratford CT-- What started as a propane tank fire on the deck spread to the house and up to the attic at 20 Country Club Circle. Firefighters quickly had the fire contained. This report sponsored by:
Southwest Community Health Center Serves Our Community
The Southwest Community Heath Center on Fairfield Avenue in Bridgeport conducted a health care fair today after being rained out yesterday. I had a chance to talk to Samuel Diaz III about their services. Their goal today was to raise about the services the offer the community whether it be health or dental care. Southwest services all of the greater Bridgeport area (Fairfield and Stratford) and accepts most health insurance including all state insurance like Husky and Medicare and have assistance in signing people up with Access Health CT. Sliding fee scales and financing are available for those. They have locations throughout the area. Contact Southwest Community Health Center at 203.330.6000 or at http://www.swchc.org/
Stratford News: Attic Fire
7:45pm--#Stratford CT--Firefighters at 201 McGrath Court for a fire in the attic. All residents safely out of the house. This report sponsored by:
Stratford Police Needs Your Help
#Stratford Police need your help identifying this person involved in a burglary on Main Street by Stratford Ave. The pictured male is responsible for a burglary that occurred on 7/29/15 on Main St. near Stratford Ave. at around 3pm. He appears to be a Hispanic male and may have tattoos on his right arm. Any tips or information can be directed to: Detective Jason DeLauri 203-385-4172 jdelauri@townofstratford.com.
Stratford News: Home Invasion
#Stratford CT--Early Tuesday morning at 2:30am Stratford Police were dispatched to a home on Birdseye Street for a report of a home invasion. The victims reported that male suspects entered the rear yard and pistol whipped two people on the outside deck and forcing them inside the home. Once inside the pistol whipped two more people and held them at gunpoint. The other suspect then ransacked the home removing jewelry, money and electronics and then fled. The Stratford Detective Bureau arrived on scene to follow up on leads. Two suspects were located at the local hotel at 360 Honeyspot Road and an apprehended by the detectives and police patrol. Arrested was Victor Larrea of 401 Dover Street in Bridgeport and…