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Farewell Chief Thode!

#Bridgeport CT-- #ctfire-- Last night was Chief Richard Thode's retirement party. I don't always attend retirement parties but this one I couldn't miss to wish the chief well. Through the years he earned my respect not just in his knowledge but also in how he treats people. From the beginning he knew we both had a job to do and he made it a point to serves the people of Bridgeport by letting them know what is going on, whether it be a recent fire, fire prevention or new equipment to better serve his community and he earned my respect as a great leader. He will be taking his wealth of knowledge and people skills to the city of Danbury…

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Bridgeport News: Assault

2021-06-16@11:44am-- #Bridgeport CT-- Police are on scene of an assault in the 700 block of Arctic Street. There are no further details. This press release was made possible by:

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Bridgeport News: Coffee Burn

2021-06-16@10:45am--#Bridgeport CT-- EMS on the way to Burger King at 4200 Main Street for a woman burned by coffee. This news report is made possible by:

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HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont announced that since the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) implemented the ability for residents to renew their licenses over the internet earlier this year, the agency processed 85,370 online renewals between the months of January and May. In comparison, the agency processed 60,377 renewals in-person at DMV branch offices during this same period, demonstrating that the choice to renew licenses online is quickly becoming the preferred method for Connecticut residents. Other DMV services that can now be completed over the internet, like the ability to change addresses, have also seen significant uptake online, with 22,052 of those transactions having been completed online between March, when that service launched, and May. In comparison, there…

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Bridgeport News: State Street Is Homicide #7

On June 14, 2021, at approximately 7:41 p.m. Bridgeport Police responded to the 800 block of State Street on a ShotSpotter activation and citizens’ reports of shots fired.  At approximately 7:43 p.m. responding officers were updated with reports of a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Park Avenue & State Street. Upon arrival, officers located a MV accident on State Street just west of its intersection with Park Avenue.  The operator of a black Honda Accord was involved in the MV accident.  The operator was observed to be suffering from multiple gun-shot wounds.  Medics were called and transported the victim to Saint Vincent’s Hospital.  Unfortunately, the victim died at the hospital.  No additional victims have come forward. The Detective…

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Bridgeport 911 Not Answering 911 Calls From Stratford

2021-06-15@10:54pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Stratford Emergency Communicators had to communicate to the Bridgeport Emergency Communicators on the Fairfield Area Police Emergency Radio Network (FAPERN) because they could not get through to the on 911 or the routine line. The Bridgeport Emergency operator said they were busy. They were attempting to transfer a call for a man passed out on the sidewalk on Hancock Avenue.

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WATERBURY MAN ARRESTED AFTER STEALING FROM UNLOCKED VEHICLES

#Trumbull CT--On Monday, June 14, 2021, Trumbull Police apprehended a man near the intersection ofDevellis Dr., and Park Ln. after a resident reported seeing an individual checking thedoors of vehicles that were parked in their driveway. Around 3:00 a.m., officers arrestedChristian Vargas, age 18, of Albion Street, Waterbury when he was found walking in anearby driveway of where thefts occurred. A resident reported that they observed an individual on their security surveillance systemchecking their vehicles prior to them contacting the Trumbull Police. As the firstresponding officer arrived on scene, they observed an individual run from a nearbyresidence and enter an awaiting mid-sized SUV. This SUV then fled the area at a highrate of speed, and avoiding capture, after it collided…

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Bridgeport News: Cat Attack

2021-06-14@1:58pm--#Bridgeport CT-- First responders on the way to the 500 block of Hallett Street for a person attacked by the family cat. This news report is made possible by:

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Bridgeport News: Overnight Shooting

2021-06-14@1:03am--#Bridgeport CT-- A woman was shot in the neck in the 100 block of Birdsey Street after multiple shots were fired. EMS transported the woman to the hospital with unknown injuries. This news report is made possible by: Shop local and save 20% off with coupon code: LOCAL20 over at naturalannieessentials.com

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Bridgeport News: Police Officer Leaves For Hamden PD

2021-06-14 #Bridgeport CT-- Bridgeport Police Officer Anthony Georgetti has resigned and taking his experience to the Hamden Police. This news report is made possible by: Visit Penfield Service's website: https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/

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