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Fairfield

Fairfield News: Child Hit By Car

Jun 21, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-21 @ 4:04pm--#Fairfield CT-- A child was struck by a car in the 30o block of Fairview Avenue (near Holland Hill Road).  Assistant Chief George said the child is being transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.   Noticias de Bridgeport: Un nino fue golpeado por un carro 2019-06-21 a las 4:04 pm–#Fairfield CT– Un niño fue golpeado por un carro en la 30 de la Avenida Fairview (cerca de Holland Hill Road). El subjefe George dijo que el niño está siendo transportado al hospital con lesiones que no ponen en peligro la vida.

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Attempted Robbery

Jun 20, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-20 @ 1:50pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A teen entered a store in the 2000 block East Main Street wearing a mask possibly attempting to rob the store according to radio reports.  The shop owner pulled a gun on the teen who left and is now standing outside by the barbershop.  Police are on the way.  The store owner took  the teen's get-a-way bicycle.   This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_74833" align="aligncenter" width="420"] For more information visit: https://www.acesbailbondsct.com/[/caption] Noticias de Bridgeport: Intento de robo 2019-06-20 a la 1:50pm–#Bridgeport CT– Un adolescente entró en una tienda en la 2000 calle de East Main usando una máscara posiblemente intentando robar la tienda de acuerdo con informes de radio. El dueño de la…

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Westport

Westport Looks To Make Town More Accesible

Jun 20, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT - Elaine Daignault, Director of Human Services and Jen Fava, Director of Parks and Recreation announced today that they will partner with Westport’s Commission on People with Disabilities to host a celebration of Westport’s efforts to improve ADA accessibility around town. “July marks the 29th anniversary of the signing of the American’s with Disabilities Act, a momentous event in US history which brought unparalleled progress to protect and secure equal rights for people of all abilities” said Daignault.   The Compo Beach celebration is scheduled for Wednesday, June 26 from 5:30-6:30 pm at the two central barbecue stations nearest the new restrooms (rain location is Ned Dimes Marina). The party is made possible by a grant from the…

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Westport

Westport Astronomical Society To Ham It Up

Jun 20, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

The Westport Astronomical Society’s Ham Radio Club, will be participating in the North American Amateur Radio “Field Day” exercise, June 22 – 23, 2019, at 182 Bayberry Lane in Westport, CT. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend from 2 PM until 9 PM on Saturday, June 22nd and from 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. on Sunday June 23rd. Every year tens of thousands of Amateur Radio operators (also called “hams”) all over the U.S. and Canada participate in Field Day. Field Day is a combination national emergency drill, contest and public demonstration. Members will be available to answer questions, explain what is happening and perform demonstrations.   Field Day demonstrates ham radio’s ability…

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Fairfield

Jun 20, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Fairfield CT-- On 06-18-19 at about 1:45 PM, an officer was flagged down by an employee of Bob’s Stores who pointed out a vehicle that was fleeing from a shoplifting that just occurred at the store. The officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop when the suspect engaged the officer in pursuit for a short distance before stopping. When the officer attempted to make contact with the lone female operator, later identified as Lisa M. Briggs of Stratford, she rammed his police car and then fled the scene nearly striking the officer. She came so close to striking the officer that he had to push off the hood to avoid being struck by the vehicle. The officer did not suffer…

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State News

Senator Murphy Wants Smart Guns

Jun 19, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) this week introduced the Start Advancing Firearms Enhancements and Technology (SAFETY) Act, legislation that would provide tax incentives to small businesses and firearm manufacturers for the development of smart gun technologies. The bill also encourages consumers to buy firearms that utilize new breakthroughs in safety to reduce gun violence. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) is a co-sponsor of the legislation. U.S. Representative Jim Himes (CT-4) introduced the companion bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. “Smart guns are an innovative way to control who has access to your gun. If I can use my finger or face to unlock my cell phone, then firearm manufacturers can be innovative in using technology to secure guns. We know…

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Stratford

Stratford News: Weapon Arrest

Jun 19, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford CT---On 06/19/2019 the Stratford Narcotics Vice and Intel Unit, in coordination with the Bridgeport Police Task Force executed a search warrant for narcotics sales at 1450 South Ave Stratford CT. This Search Warrant was the culmination of an investigation that focused on Narcotics Sales as well as Firearms related crimes within the Town of Stratford. The subject of the investigation, Courtney Dyce D.O.B 09/29/2000 was taken into custody as he was leaving the residence. During a search of the residence, Detectives located several ounces of marijuana and packaging. Additionally, Detectives located a stolen Smith and Wesson .40 caliber handgun which was loaded with several rounds of ammunition. Dyce is currently on probation for a previous firearms arrest from 07/04/2018…

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Bridgeport Fairfield

Fairfield-Bridgeport News: Pursuit

Jun 18, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Here is the FULL police report. Note in my initial report that "The car had plates on it that didn’t belong on that car according to radio reports' Sha'Quinn Jamair Johnson (DOB 07/29/1998) was arrested and issued Misdemeanor Summons charging him with Operating Under Suspension 14-215 and Engaging In Pursuit 14-223(b) after Johnson engaged Officers in pursuit on Commerce Drive into Bridgeport while driving with a suspended license. While on routine patrol in the area of Commerce Drive and Coolidge Street I observed a vehicle get off exit 25 of I95 North. The vehicle quickly drove past Officer Griffin and I who were located at the bottom of the exit ramp. I attempted to run the vehicle's registration through collect…

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