12:40am--#Stratford CT-- Firefighters on scene of a structure fire on Jackson Avenue. The homeowner reported to dispatchers that he smelled smoke earlier in the day. The homeowner called when smoke was seen coming from under their porch. Firefighters reporting a fire in the wall. This news report is made possible by:
#Fairfield CT--On August 8 th , 2017 at approximately noon time, we were first to report to you that the Fairfield Police Department’s traffic unit responded to Black Rock Tnpk near the Route 15 Southbound entrance ramp after multiple 911 calls were received reporting a bicyclist struck by a vehicle. An initial investigation revealed that the vehicle fled the scene southbound on the Merrit Parkway. The vehicle was described as a gray vehicle with front end damage. Moments later, Officers with the Westport Police Department stopped a vehicle northbound on the Merritt Parkway near Exit 42. The vehicle had significant front end damage and evidence at the crash site matched that of damage to the vehicle. The operator of…
6:18pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Shots were fired from a car in front of Blackham School at 425 Thorme Street. A person was reportedly hit and he supposedly got into a private vehicle but so far no gunshot victims have arrived at the area hospitals. A number of shell casings were found at the corner of Amsterdam Avenue and Thorme Street.
On 08/01/17 at approximately 4:40pm, a sex assault at Jennings Beach was reported to the Detective Bureau at Police Headquarters. While investigating these allegations, the Detective Bureau found no evidence to corroborate the victim’s account of what had occurred. After further investigation, the 18 year old female complainant who resides in Bridgeport retracted her statement to Detectives and confirmed that she was not a victim of a sexual assault, nor was she the victim of any other crime. Despite the outcome of this incident the Fairfield Police Department takes every report of sexual assault seriously and conducts a full and thorough investigation into all complaints. It is our hope that this discovery does not discourage future crime victims from coming…
12:40pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police were in foot pursuit starting at 50 Trumbull and are searching for someone off Sylvan/Wilson Avenue area nar Fairchild Wheeler School. I don't know what they are wanted for but now you know what all the police activity is about. This report is made possible by:
12:09pm--#Bridgeport CT-- The employees at Park City Carpet and Floors find a lost child. The child was not speaking and police had EMS transport the child to the hospital for examination. After a short time police were able to reunite the child with their parent. This report is made possible by:
11:21am--#Milford CT-- Today's second car fire is at Dunkin' Donuts at 275 Boston Post Road. First responders on the way. This news report is made possible by:
#Fairfield CT-- Last week Marsona Horan held their grand opening of their salon located at Bob's Shopping Plaza at 95 Post Road. They offer the finest in specialized hair cutting for men, women, and children. Some of their specialties include shaping and styling along with multi dimensional hair coloring, highlights, and balayage. They also specialize in damage-repair therapies including Brazilian Blowout, Olaplex, and keratin treatments. See their website for hours at http://marsonahoransalon.com/ , their Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/MarsonaHoranSalon/ and their phone number is 203- 292-9899. For over a decade she has had a loyal following due to her skills. See all her reviews at:https://www.facebook.com/pg/MarsonaHoranSalon/reviews/
The Westport Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for entry level and certified police officer positions. Applicants must possess a valid C.H.I.P. Physical Ability Assessment card and score at least a 70% on the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association Written Test. The application is available through PoliceApp.com. The next upcoming CPCA test is August 19 th in Bloomfield; the registration deadline is August 16 th . The starting salary for entry level officers is $59,348 with a 6-step pay scale. Top step is $83,081 and is generally reached within 5 years. The salary for certified applicants will be commensurate with experience. Successful applicants must, at a minimum, be U.S. citizens, age 21 of age or older, and have a minimum of…
