Bridgeport News: Get Off My Couch!
10:28am--#Bridgeport CT--A woman in the 300 block of Union Avenue has called police to have a man removed from her couch. You just can't make this stuff up! This report is made possible by:
Fight On Capital Avenue and Lindley Street!
10:01am--#Bridgeport CT-- A police officer on duty is breaking up a fight between two men on Capital Avenue and Lindley Street. Additional officers on the way! This report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Man Stabbed Outside University Of Bridgeport
12:09am--@UBridgeport #Bridgeport CT--A man was stabbed by two men outside the University of Bridgeport at University Avenue and Broad Street in front of the old Salt and Pepper Restaurant. The two men fled on foot down University Avenue. The extent of the man's injuries are not known at this time.
Bridgeport Police Score A Big Drug Bust
On March 5, 2016, pursuant to an ongoing investigation, members of the Tactical Narcotics Team (Officer Rosado/ Officer Garcia) obtained a search and seizure for 109 George Street, Bridgeport. This investigation was predicated on information that the subject of this investigation, identified as Darius Gamble was trafficking cocaine, heroin and marijuana from the residence. Further investigation suggested Gamble possessed several firearms. Based on the nature of the investigation, coupled with the information relative to firearms being present, ESU was summoned to execute the warrant. During a pre-raid surveillance, Gamble's girlfriend, Vivian Rodriguez was detained outside the residence, at which time ESU moved in to execute the warrant. After the residence was secured, Darius Gamble arrived home, at which time he…
Fairfield to Participate in the State Neighborhood Assistance Act Program
Fairfield CT--The Town of Fairfield, through its Office of Community & Economic Development, is again soliciting program proposals from municipal agencies and community non-profit organizations for funding consideration under the State’s Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) program. This program allows businesses to claim a State tax credit for cash contributions made to qualifying community programs conducted by tax exempt or municipal agencies. The types of community programs that qualify for the NAA tax credit program include, but are not necessarily limited to: energy conservation; employment and training; child care services; neighborhood assistance; substance abuse; open space acquisition; crime prevention programs and affordable housing development. The minimum contribution on which a tax credit may be granted is $250, and the maximum contribution that any non-profit or municipal entity can receive under this program…
Bridgeport Firefighters Douse Rubbish Fire
UPDATE: Red Cross called to relocate 2 adults and 1 child. 10:41am--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters quick response to a rubbish fire at 440 Hollister Avenue on the 3rd floor prevents it from getting out of control. Editorial: Bridgeport has to look at cuts for the budget but please keep in mind the first responders are an investment to the citizens, property owners and business owners. There has been no talk about cuts, please let's keep it that way!
On 03/04/16, at approximately 9:00pm, the victim and another male of this incident approached 2 officers in the area of 176 Post Road West stating they needed help and that Jose Correaattacked them. Correa was reportedly following the victim on Route 15, and continued to follow the victim off exit 41. When the victim’s vehicle came to as stop at a traffic light on Wilton Road, Correa exited his vehicle and jumped on the hood of the victim’s vehicle, smashing the windshield. Correa then fled the scene. Officers were able to contact Correa by cell phone and he met police on Post Road West where he was taken into custody. He was held on a $2,500.00 bond has a court date in Norwalk on 03/07/16. (Westport…
Bridgeport Police Need Your Help IDing These Robbers
The Bridgeport Police Department Robbery Squad is asking for assistance in identifying three perpetrators responsible for an armed robbery that occurred on 02/13/2016 at 549 Broadbridge Avenue, Bridgeport, CT (Swisland Farm Food Store). Please contact Detective F. Delbouno at (203) 581-5201 with any information.
Westport Police Department Swears in Three New Officers
#Westport CT--On Monday, March 7, 2016 the Westport Police Department welcomed three new officers to its ranks. These officers fill the vacancies created by the retirements of three long-time officers at the end of 2015. The ceremony took place in the Westport Police Department classroom, where First Selectman Jim Marpe administered the oath of office to each of them. The following individuals were sworn in: Michael Morrin joins the department after a career with the Orange, CT Police Department. He attained the rank of Detective before retiring after 21 years of service. James Sullivan joins the department after a 25-year career with the Woodbridge, CT Police Department, retiring at the rank of Sergeant. Rachel Baron joins the department from the Ridgefield, CT Police Department,…