Derby and State Police pursued a blue Honda Civic wanted for shoplifting and then hitting 2 police cruisers through multiple towns on Route 8, I-95 and the Merritt Parkway. Police were able to get a front tire to go flat after striking spike sticks at I-95 split on Route 8/25. The pursuit came to an end at Highland and Washington Avenue. Two were taken into custody.
2025-01-25@8:40pm–#Derby CT #bridgeport
On Wednesday January 8, 2025 at approximately 3:30PM a dog was reported to be in the middle of the road in the area of 200 South Main Street. Good Samaritans trying to retrieve the dog startled it and it ran down an approximate 200’ embankment to the train tracks below. The dog was then observed in a culvert that connected to an 18” drain pipe that went under the rail lines.
Seymour Fire Department crews responded and under the direction of Chief Chris Edwards called for a hold on train service and sent firefighters over the embankment utilizing a lowering system as well as utilizing a newly purchased UTV to get crews to the dog.
Unable to make entry to the pipe, Oxford Fire Department was requested to assist with the confined space entry. While awaiting additional manpower, the dog’s owner arrived. Fire Department personnel utilizing the UTV took the owner to the culvert and were able to coax the scared, but uninjured dog out.
The dog, Nicky, an approximately one year old Shih Tzu, was evaluated by animal control personnel. Thank you to the Citizens’ Engine Company, Great Hill Hose Company, Seymour EMS, MTA Police, and Oxford Fire Department for your efforts in bringing the dog home.
There is a THREE-alarm fire in the 200 block of Minerva Street. Heavy fire was reported on the back side of the building.
2024-12-25 #Derby CT– #ctfire
Report of a one-car rollover on Route 8 northbound near exit 9. The driver was able to get out of the car on their own. No word on any injuries.
2024-12-13@11:31pm–#Shelton CT– #cttraffic
On December 8, 2024 at about 7:25 P.M. the Ansonia Police Department received a shots fired complaint on Pork Hollow Road. The first officers on scene found a 37-year-old Ansonia resident that was shot in the lower body along with evidence of multiple shots fired. The male was transported to a local hospital for the non-life-threatening injury. During the investigation a vehicle of interest has been identified, it is a newer model Ford Mustang convertible, color blue or grey with white license plates. This appears to be an isolated incident and there is currently no danger to the public.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the police department at 203-735-1885 or anonymous tips can be left at Tip411 at the link below.
UPDATED with video from a viewer. First responders are helping free a person trapped in a rollover accident on Route 8 southbound near exit 9.
2024-12-09-11:01am–#cttraffic
Shelton firefighters returned to Village Drive late Friday night to battle a structure fire (different house), with flames reportedly shooting through the roof. This marks the second fire on the street in just two days, as crews were called to a neighboring home on Thursday for a separate blaze.
Fortunately, early reports indicate that everyone was able to evacuate safely. The cause of both fires remains under investigation.
2024-12-06@11:00pm–#Shelton CT– #ctfire
House Fire in Stratford Quickly Contained, No Injuries Reported
Shelton firefighters returned to Village Drive late Friday night to battle a structure fire, with flames reportedly shooting through the roof. This marks the second fire on the street in just two days.
Shelton, CT – A fast-moving fire broke out this morning at a residence, prompting a swift response from the Shelton Fire Department (SFD). At approximately 11:20 a.m., Companies 5, 3, and 1 were dispatched to the scene following reports of flames and smoke at the home.
Upon arrival, firefighters encountered fire venting through the roof, prompting the first arriving unit to declare a working fire. Crews immediately initiated an interior attack while simultaneously securing a water supply.
Despite a brief evacuation for safety concerns, firefighters re-entered the structure and successfully extinguished the blaze within 35 minutes. Thankfully, all occupants and a dog had evacuated safely before firefighters arrived, and no injuries were reported.
Under the command of Assistant Chief Bob Finta, approximately 15 firefighters utilized Engines 52, 2, 35, 75 (from Monroe), and Ladder 51. Operations were directed by Car 1, with Car 4 ensuring safety protocols. To maintain citywide coverage, Company 4, along with engines from Derby and Nichols, operated under Car 2’s leadership.
Emergency medical standby was provided by EHAC, and the Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the fire’s cause.
The American Red Cross is assisting four displaced occupants and their dog as the home has been deemed uninhabitable. Fire crews remained on the scene for about 1.5 hours to conduct salvage and overhaul operations.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
Shelton Firefighters are on Village Drive for an attic fire.
A crash involving a car and a dump truck at Route 67 and Mountain Road with injuries.
2024-12-03@3:18pm–#Seymour CT— #cttraffic
On November 12, 2024, Edward Rumley, age 32, of Waterbury was taken into custody on an arrest warrant for his involvement in the August 31, 2024 shots fired investigation in Ansonia. Rumley was charged with Criminal Attempt at Assault First Degree, Reckless Endangerment First Degree, Unlawful Discharge, Criminal Possession of Firearm, and Carrying a Pistol without a Permit. Rumley was held on a $250,000.00 bond, he was arraigned in court on November 13, 2024 and turned over to the custody of the Department of Corrections. Rumley’s next court appearance is November 21, 2024. At least one more arrest will be made in this case, the suspect is currently in custody with the Department of Corrections on unrelated charges and will be arrested on a later date. All arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law, an arrest is not proof of or an admission of guilt.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the police department at 203-735-1885 or anonymous tips can be left at Tip411 at the link below.
