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Stratford

Stratford Smoke Shop Owner Arrested in Cannabis Sales Sting, Over 100 Pounds of Illegal THC Seized

May 3, 2025 Alex

On April 29, 2025, Stratford Police Department Narcotics, Vice and Intelligence Detectives, State of CT Department of Consumer Protection officials, State of CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services officials and State of CT Department of Revenue Officers, assembled to conduct compliance checks for the illegal sale of THC/Cannabis.Prior to conducting this compliance check, NVI Unit Detectives received intelligence from a Stratford Police Department School Resource Officer that multiple Stratford Middle School juvenile students were found to be in possession of vape pens.It was learned that Stratford Middle School students were buying these vape pens from “Smoke Shops” located within the Town of Stratford.The process to purchase a vape pen from a student was described to the SRO as…

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Norwalk

Norwalk Police Arrest Three for Paintball Gun Drive-By Attacks

May 3, 2025 Alex

Norwalk Police arrested three individuals overnight after multiple people were shot at with paintballs from a moving SUV. Officers stopped the suspect vehicle—a gray 2011 Acura MDX—shortly after the incidents and found paintballs and a paintball gun inside. 18-year-old Mason Riina of Norwalk and two 17-year-old juveniles were taken into custody following two separate incidents reported near East Avenue and West Avenue. One victim was struck in the thigh, while another reported being fired at but was not hit. All three face charges of first-degree breach of peace and third-degree criminal mischief. Riina was released on a $500 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on May 13.

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Bridgeport

Repeat Offender Busted After Main Street Vandalism Caught on Camera

May 2, 2025 Alex

Bridgeport police officers called out a vandalism complaint at 1000 Main Street. EOC Dispatch relayed that the store owner, Dave Schneider, had a clear photograph of the suspect. Upon arrival, officers obtained the image and canvassed the surrounding area. A male matching the description, identified as 46-year-old Michael Young of Bridgeport, was located riding a white and purple bicycle near Fairfield Avenue and Seely Street. After initially refusing verbal commands, officers detained Young at 856 Fairfield Avenue. A search of Young’s possessions revealed a black Nautica jacket matching the suspect description and a plastic bag containing black jean shorts and a hoodie with tags still attached later confirmed stolen by Schneider. Schneider conducted an in-person identification and positively identified Young…

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Bridgeport

WANTED FELON FACES NEW ATTEMPTED MURDER CHARGE IN BRIDGEPORT

May 2, 2025 Alex

A wanted felon arrested by Bridgeport Police on Wednesday afternoon is being charged with Attempted Murder in Connecticut. Nicholas Allwood, 27, will be arraigned on the new charge Friday, after he stabbed a man multiple times on Hanover Street Wednesday morning. It was the second time in three months Allwood stabbed the same victim. Both times the victim suffered serious injuries. The department's Homicide Unit secured a warrant for the new charge within 24 hours.  Bridgeport homicide detectives recently identified Allwood by his real name and had been actively searching for him when he attacked the victim again on Wednesday.  Bridgeport detectives, task force officers and patrol officers conducted a manhunt for Allwood during midday on Wednesday. They eventually tracked…

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Fairfield

FAIRFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT RECOGNIZES MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

May 2, 2025 Alex

Fairfield, CT — May is recognized nationally as Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Fairfield Police Department reaffirms its commitment to supporting wellness initiatives within the community and addressing mental health-related challenges with compassion, professionalism, and care. The Fairfield Police Department understands that individuals experiencing mental health crises may sometimes come into contact with law enforcement. When those situations arise, our goal is to respond with empathy, patience, and a deep understanding of the unique needs of those involved. To that end, the department has developed and maintained a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT), comprised of officers who have received specialized training to safely and effectively respond to calls for service involving mental or behavioral health issues. These officers are equipped…

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Fairfield Food & Beverage

Bar Bagel Opens on Black Rock Turnpike with Ribbon Cutting Celebration

May 2, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/cfidvehIbyE New Takeout Concept from the Founders of Village Bagels Aims to Grow Through Franchising Fairfield, CT — The Riina family officially opened their newest venture, Bar Bagel, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 1st on Black Rock Turnpike. The new bagel shop is a streamlined, takeout-focused offshoot of the well-established Village Bagels, originally founded in 1995 by John Riina. With 30 years of experience in the bagel business, Riina developed Bar Bagel as a quick-serve concept designed for convenience without sacrificing quality. Unlike Village Bagels, which includes a full delicatessen, Bar Bagel offers a simplified menu and experience, making it an ideal model for future franchising. The long-term vision is to expand Bar Bagel through franchising, offering everything…

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Westport

Westport First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker Appoints

May 1, 2025 Alex

Deputy Police Chief David Farrell as Chief of Police Westport, CT — First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker has announced the appointment of Deputy Chief David Farrell as Chief of the Westport Police Department, effective May 23, 2025. Farrell will succeed Chief Foti Koskinas, who is stepping down after 29 years of distinguished service. “Dave Farrell is the clear and natural choice to lead our Police Department forward,” said First Selectwoman Tooker. “His integrity, experience, and deep understanding of this community make him an extraordinary leader. I have complete confidence in Dave, and I am genuinely excited about what’s ahead under his leadership. This is a promising time for our Police Department, and Dave is the right person to guide us into…

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