11:34am--#Bridgeport Connecticut--Police have one in custody and one at large after a foot pursuit on Golden Hill Street with a firearm. The gun was dropped in front of the courthouse. He was caught near city hall running towards the police station. According to radio reports they are still looking for one more person. This report is made possible by:
On Thursday, June 2, 2016, the Westport Police Department welcomed two new officers to the organization and promoted another to the rank of Sergeant. The ceremony took place in the Westport Police Department classroom, where First Selectman Jim Marpe administered the oath of Desk Officer David Librandi was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Sergeant Librandi is a 12-year veteran of the police force, joining the department in February 2004. He served as a field training officer for several years, was appointed to corporal in June 2014, acting desk officer in March 2015 and full desk officer in April 2016. Sergeant Librandi has received several awards during his career including the department’s Medal of Valor in 2008. He lives in Stamford with his wife Michele and two…
11:22pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A crash with injuries reported on North Avenue in front of the McDonald's This report is made possible by:
4:18pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- An unstable woman set fire to her home on Platt Street according to numerous reports. She was detained in the ambulance and is in custody. Police credit firefighters very quick response to the fire not becoming bigger. Thanks for the assist Garth! Post intentionally delayed. If you know the person or address please do NOT post it.
8:01pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A pedestrian has been hit by a car that fled the scene in front of 583 Connecticut Avenue. Thanks Jim for making this report possible :
12:44pm--#cttraffic--#Fairfield Connecticut-- A three car and tractor trailer crash I-95 southbound near exit 24, no word on injuries. First responders on the way.
#Fairfield Connecticut-- I just spoke with Fairfield Police Chief Gary MacNamara regarding the suspicious package found in the parking lot today. He told me that the item was found in the parking lot away from the school. As a precaution the students were moved to the opposite side of the building, no one was ever in danger. The officers quickly identified the items as "home made" curling items but they had to get it confirmed which they did. I guess this is the most excitement the sport has ever generated....
1:11am--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Police called to the McDonalds at 1700 Park Avenue for 3 females in a green car throwing food through the drive up window at the cashier. This report is made possible by:
On Tuesday June 14, 2016 the Westport Fire Department hosted the 33rd annual Bridgeport Area Retired Firefighters Memorial Service at the Church of the Assumption at 7:00 pm. The event is preceded by a short parade (kicking off at 6:45 pm from the Saugatuck School) which is led by the Connecticut Firefighters Pipes and drums and followed by the area fire departments and their retirees. This event recognizes those members who have given the “ultimate sacrifice” having died in the line of duty and also remembering those members who have passed away during the past year.
On 05/05/16, Victoria Lieber appeared intoxicated as she picked up her juvenile child from school. Westport Officers followed up at Lieber’s residence where Lieber smelled of an alcoholic beverage. Lieber failed the field sobriety tests given by the Officers. It was also determined that Lieber threatened the juvenile while driving in the car. A warrant was submitted to Norwalk Court at that time. On 06/09/16, Lieber turned herself in for the active warrant for Risk of Injury to a Minor. (Westport Police Press Release) This report is made possible by:
