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Bridgeport News: Vet Charged With Animal Cruelty

May 3, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-03 --#Bridgeport CT--Amr Wasfi, 74, of Derby was charged with animal cruelty and third degree larceny after detectives raided the Black Rock Animal Hospital located at 2877 Fairfield Avenue in Bridgeport. The affidavit said the veterinarian performed unnecessary surgery on a dog back in February and a fired nurse told investigators that she told the doctor she was leaving for the day and the doctor became enraged and allegedly struck a four-month-old kitten he was spaying at the time. Noticias de Bridgeport: veterinario acusado de crueldad animal 2019-05-03 – #Bridgeport CT – Amr Wasfi, 74, de Derby fue acusado de crueldad a un animal y robo de tercer grado después de que los detectives encontraron en el Black Rock animal hospital ubicado…

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Bridgeport News: Fowl Play At KFC

May 3, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Police UPDATE: A woman ( Karielys Ayala) seeking employment had an altercation with the manager (Bhagmattie Persuad) that resulted in the applicant striking the manager in the head with a metal object and the manager threw hot water on the applicant. Ayala suffered second degree burns to her face and chest. She was transported to Bpt ER by ambulance. PO Gaie responded to KFC and spoke with the manager then followed up with Ayala at the ER. Ayala was being treated in the burn unit and was arrested for assaulting Bhagmattie. Officer Gaie returned to KFC to arrest Baghmattie however she was no longer on scene. He then went to her residence at 465 Ruth but was unable to make…

Fairfield

Fairfield News: Bird Rescue

May 3, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-2019 @ 12:39pm #Fairfield CT-- Lewis Tree Service was taking down a tree at Rogers and New England Avenue when they discovered a nest of baby birds. They were about three quarters up the tree when they spotted the birds and gently brought them down. Fairfield Police said Lewis Tree Service was properly permitted to take down the tree so fowl play is not suspected. Animal Control was on the scene and the plan to move the nest to the tree next to the one being taken down. Noticias de Fairfield: Rescate de pajaritos 2019-05-2019 @ 12:39pm #Fairfield CT – Lewis Tree Service estaba derribándose un árbol en Rogers y la Avenida de Nueva Inglaterra cuando descubrieron un nido…

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Fairfield News: Subway Armed Robbery

May 2, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

On Thursday May 2, 2019 the Fairfield Police Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call from Subway (709 Post Road) at approximately 7:25 pm reporting an armed robbery had just occurred. The suspect, described as a black male wearing a black beanie style hat, a dark colored jacket and blue jeans displayed a black firearm and took cash from the register. He was last seen running east on the Post Road. There were no injuries as a result and the Fairfield Police Department Detective Bureau is currently investigating. Anyone who may have information regarding this case is asked to contact the FPD Detective Bureau at 203-254-4840 2019-05-02 @ 7:28pm--#Fairfield CT-- An armed robbery at the Subway at 709 Post…

Westport

May 2, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport CT--Just before 0930 this morning, Westport Fire Department was requested to respond to Route 15 northbound for a reported motor vehicle accident with injuries. One Engine, the Rescue and the Shift Commander responded. Subsequent information from the scene reported multiple vehicles involved and people walking around the roadway, so a second Engine was added to the assignment for manpower. Westport EMS, Westport Police and CT State Police also responded to the scene. First arriving Fire Department units found the highway already shut down by traffic between the exit 42 off and on ramps. Three vehicles were involved in the accident on the northbound side with one facing the wrong way, one with minor damage and one sustaining heavy…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Person Shot

May 2, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-02 @ 12:22pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police received a call from Garden Drive and then a call from Fairview Avenue for shots fired. A few minutes later police received a call from St. Vincent's Hospital shot in the hip, the person was driven to the hospital by a friend and there are bullet holes in the vehicle. Shell casing have been located at Tremont and Madison according to radio reports. This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Bridgeport: persona herida por bala 2019-05-02 @ 12:22pm – #Bridgeport CT – La policía recibió una llamada de Garden Drive y luego una llamada de la Avenida Fairview por disparos. Unos minutos más tarde la policía recibió una llamada del hospital St.…

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Bridgeport Paving

May 1, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim announced today that the City of Bridgeport will resume paving Thursday, May 2, 2019, on Albion Street. Due to inclement weather conditions, last year’s street paving was suspended early. The Department of Public Facilities will pick up where they had left off with paving Bridgeport’s West End and Westside. The paving is anticipated to last until early June weather permitting. During this time, drivers are continued to be advised of the following: o Adhere to “No Parking” signs that will be posted to roadways 24 hours prior to paving. These areas will be enforced, and towing will take place if a car is parked on a road that is planned to be paved. o Follow the detour signs…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: I Wonder What He Did

May 1, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-01 @ 10:02pm-- A man called police to Stratford and Hollister because his girlfriend is throwing his possessions out the window. This press release is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_74833" align="aligncenter" width="420"] For more information visit: https://www.acesbailbondsct.com/[/caption] Noticias de Bridgeport: Qué hizo 2019-05-01 @ 10:02pm – Un hombre llamado policía a Stratford y Hollister porque su novia está tirando sus posesiones por la ventana.

Stratford

Stratford News: Veteran’s Breakfast

May 1, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford, CT -- Mayor Laura R. Hoydick announced that the Town of Stratford will host this year’s Veterans’ Breakfast on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. The annual event, which has provided breakfast for more than 1,000 veterans since 2012, is scheduled to start at 9 a.m., and will be held at Vazzano’s Four Seasons in Stratford. There is no charge for veterans or their guest, who will receive a full traditional breakfast. The deadline to register is Wednesday, May 15, 2019. Veterans and non-veterans who are interested in attending should call Mayor Laura Hoydick’s office at (203) 385-4001 and ask to speak with Chris Bandecchi, the Town’s Constituent Service and Outreach Coordinator and Municipal Veterans Representative; or send an email tocbandecchi@townofstratford.com. Veterans may…

Bridgeport

Unlock the Secrets of Your Child’s Online World

May 1, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT- The Bridgeport Police Department in collaboration with Department of Children and Families, Center for Family Justice, and Neighborhood Church Black Rock will host an informational session on how parents could ‘Unlock the Secrets of Your Child’s Online World’ in regards to phone app safety. The informational session will be held on May 2, 2019 between the hours of 6:00pm-8:00pm at Iglesia Cristiana Renacer Church on 579 Clinton Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06605. Light refreshments to be served during the session and organizers are asking parents to not bring children. The organizers are asking for parents & caregivers to attend only. All parents concerned about their children’s safety are encouraged to sign up for this FREE information session by contacting Alex Jennett at Alexandra.jennett@ct.gov or…

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