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Bridgeport News: Rape At The Bus Station

Jun 15, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

UPDATE: Police say officers responded to a female with difficulty breathing at the train station. The 19 year old female victim was possibly raped across from the bus station in an abandoned lot.. Detectives were notified and went to speak with the victim. An investigation ongoing, no further information at this time. 2019-06-15 @ 9:33pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are investigating a rape at the bus station on Water Street. The victim fled to the MTA Police near the train station at 525 Water Street. Noticias de Bridgeport: Violación en la estación de autobuses 2019-06-15 a las 9:33 pm–#Bridgeport CT – La policía está investigando una violación en la estación de autobuses en la Calle Water. La víctima huyó a…

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Bridgeport News: Motorcycle Crash

Jun 15, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-15 @ 7:30pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Radio reports of a collision between a motorcycle and a car. No word on injuries. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_71997" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Visit: https://www.bridgeportpersonalinjury.com/[/caption] Noticias de Bridgeport: Accidente de motocicleta 2019-06-15 a las 7:30pm–#Bridgeport CT – Informes de radio dice que una colisión entre una motocicleta y un carro. No se sabe nada de lesiones.

Westport

Westport News: $2,875 Handbag Stolen

Jun 15, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport CT--On 05/21/2019, Westport officers were dispatched to a local retailer on a report of a stolen handbag valued at approximately $2,875.00. Store surveillance video captured the female suspect concealing the bag under her coat before exiting the store. Staff recognized the suspect as a regular customer, Deborah Bunch. An arrest warrant application was submitted by the investigating officer and later approved. On 06/09/2019, Bunch turned herself in at headquarters on the outstanding warrant. She was charged with 53a-124 Larceny 3 rd and released after posting $10,000 bond. Bunch is scheduled to appear in Norwalk Superior Court on 06/19/2019. This press release was made possible by: Noticias de Westport: $2,875 Bolso fue robado #Westport CT–El 05/21/2019, Los oficiales…

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Bridgeport News: Man Shot

Jun 15, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-15 @ 5:10pm-- Police were called to a shots spotter activation in the 800 block of Colorado Avenue where the found shell casing but no victim. A short time later police received a call for a shooting victim on Denver Avenue and Fairfield Avenue (a short distance from Colorado Avenue.). They found a male victim shot in the leg/thigh area. The victim was alert and talking to first responders and was transported to the hospital. Noticias de Bridgeport: Hombre herido por Tiros 2019-06-15 a las 5:10 pm– La policía están en camino por unos tiros en el bloque 800 de Avenida Colorado, donde encontraron casaras de vallas pero ninguna víctima. Poco tiempo después, la policía recibió una llamada para…

State News

Senator Murphy Looks For College Accountability

Jun 15, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

WASHINGTON – As the U.S. Congress begins considering a reauthorization of the Higher Education Act,U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, released a policy paper on Tuesday outlining new accountability proposals on how students and taxpayers can get a better return on their investment by expecting outcomes around completion, value, and access. “I’m a revolutionary when it comes to reforming higher education. I just don’t believe that we can afford the system we have today, especially when so many kids start degrees and never finish them. We’re facing a cost and completion crisis in higher education that threatens to bankrupt students, families, and the American treasury if we don’t get serious about expecting…

Norwalk

Norwalk News: 33 Year Old Cold Case Suspect In Norwalk For Trial

Jun 15, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Norwalk CT--On June 14, 2019, Marc Karun waived extradition from Maine and was brought back to Norwalk by Lieutenant Weisgerber and Sergeant Tolnay. Karun has been processed on the below charges and is being held on bond at the Norwalk Police Department. If Karun is unable to post bond, he will be presented at the Norwalk Courthouse on Monday June 17, 2019. Arrested: Marc Karun, date of birth 07-07-65 of 76 Coboro Road Stetson, Maine Charge: Murder with Special Circumstances and Kidnapping 1st Bond: $5,000,000 Court Date: 06-25-19 (Norwalk Police Press Release) Noticias de Norwalk: Sospechoso de caso frío de 33 años en Norwalk para juicio #Norwalk CT–El 14 de junio de 2019, Marc Karun renunció a la extradición…

Bridgeport

Route 8/25 Rollover

Jun 15, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-15 @ 12:23am--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic-- A rollover crash on Route 8/25 southbound near exit 1 according to radio reports although it appears to be on the northbound side. No word on injuries at this time. Expect delays either direction. Accidente 2019-06-15 a 12:23am–#Bridgeport CT– #cttraffic– Un accidente de rollover en la Ruta 8/25 en dirección sur cerca de la salida 1 según informes de radio, aunque parece estar en el lado norte. No se sabe nada de lesiones en este momento. Espere retrasos en cualquier dirección.

State News

LGBTQ Pride Month in Connecticut

Jun 14, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

State of Connecticut By His Excellency Ned Lamont, Governor: An Official Statement WHEREAS, the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) communities are an integral part of Connecticut’s population; and WHEREAS, the fight for dignity and equality for LGBTQ people is reflected in the tireless dedication of advocates and allies who strive to make this a more inclusive society; and WHEREAS, the State of Connecticut celebrates the diversity of its people and their right to live their lives out loud, free of discrimination, fear, and prejudice; and WHEREAS, the month of June is recognized internationally as Pride Month to commemorate the Stonewall Riots of June 1969, when people in the LGBTQ community in New York City…

Local News

College Scholarships For Low Income Families

Jun 14, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) Commissioner Dianna R. Wentzell today announced that CSDE has teamed up with the College Board to launch a supplemental pool of scholarship funds available to students from lower-income families starting with the class of 2020. As of June 1, 2019, these students who join the national College Board Opportunity Scholarships program are eligible for an additional $40,000 in scholarships per year. The College Board has committed $25 million over five years to the new program and has already awarded over $1 million in scholarships to more than 1,000 students across the country, including 15 in Connecticut. “These scholarships offer a great opportunity for high school…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Mom Arrested On Child Abandonment

Jun 14, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT-- Officers were dispatched to Newfield Park on a report of a child abandonment. R/O was at the intersection of Carnegie Avenue and Boston Avenue when the initial call was dispatched. Officers responded to Newfield park, Bridgeport where Officer Rodriguez was already on scene, Rodriguez confirmed the location of a lost child at the park bench nearest to the water park and playground. Officer Rodriguez was observed sitting on the park bench surrounded by at least 10 small children and about 5 adults and was assessing the injuries on a child, and asking a series of questions to the adults on scene. A gash was visible on right cheek of the small child. The child; later identified was visibly…

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Bridgeport News: Rape At The Bus Station

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Westport News: $2,875 Handbag Stolen

Bridgeport News: Man Shot

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Route 8/25 Rollover

LGBTQ Pride Month in Connecticut

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