Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's vehicle fire is in Westport, on the 200 block of Sturges Highway, caused by a car fire that extended to the garage. 2025-01-04@7:24pm--#Westport CT-- #ctfire
Bridgeport News: Person Shot
At approximately 4:34 PM, the Bridgeport Emergency Communications Center (ECC) received reports of an aggravated assault involving a firearm in the 200 block of Lake Street. Responding emergency personnel found a victim suffering from life-threatening injuries, including gunshot wounds to the chest and hand. The victim was promptly transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care. Authorities have not yet released further details about the incident, and the investigation remains ongoing. No information regarding a suspect or motive is currently available. I appreciate the prompt response to this investigation. Residents in the area are urged to remain vigilant and report any information related to this case to Bridgeport Police at 203-576-TIPS.
Nissan Rogue Goes Rogue
A medical incident may have allegedly caused a Nissan Rogue to miss the turn at Pond and Pitt Street. The car did not negotiate the curve, crashing into a fence and shed of a property in the 200 block of Pitt Street. The driver was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. 2025-01-04@11:14am--#Bridgeport CT
Trumbull News: Crash Into Water
https://youtu.be/a7o1PKueecY Good thing this guy was wearing his seat belt in this one car rollover at 419 White Plains Road in Trumbull, right into the pond between the two funeral homes. One individual was reported to be transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Community Unites to Support Mentes Family After Devastating Fire
https://youtu.be/kgHZJc_rFnc The Mentes family, beloved members of both the Bridgeport and Fairfield communities, are facing unimaginable challenges following a devastating house fire that occurred in the early hours of December 28th. Known for their unwavering dedication to helping others, the Mentes family now finds themselves in need of the community’s support. Mike Mentes, a dedicated Bridgeport firefighter with 17 years of service, was on duty at the time of the fire, protecting the very community he calls home. His wife, Jess, a nursing student, was at home and forced to jump out of a window to escape the flames, saving the family’s beloved dog and cat in the process. Thankfully, their three daughters, Morgan (16), Ireland (14), and Reagan (11),…
Duo Arrested in Connection to Suspicious Death Investigation in Shelton
Shelton Police have arrested two men in connection with the investigation of a suspicious death at the Residence Inn Hotel on 1001 Bridgeport Avenue. On December 26, 2024, police charged Daqwon Graham, 30, of Ansonia, with promoting prostitution, and Jordan Rambert, 35, of New Haven, with soliciting prostitution. The investigation began on October 1, 2024, at approximately 8:00 AM when officers discovered a deceased female in the hotel’s courtyard. Police determined that Rambert had been visiting the woman when she reportedly failed to return to the room. Search warrants executed on the hotel room and a vehicle linked to the victim revealed connections to Graham. Evidence uncovered supported the charges filed against both men. Graham and Rambert turned themselves in…
Westport News: Highway Crash
Report of a motor vehicle accident on I-95 between Exits 17 and 18 Southbound.
Bridgeport News: Kids Struck By Vehicle
Two youths were struck by a motor vehicle near the intersection of Bell Street and Boston Ave in Bridgeport. They were transported to the hospital, and sustained non life threatening injuries.
BRIDGEPORT TEENAGER ARRESTED FOR ARMED ROBBERY OF MOTORCYCLE
Trumbull Police arrested a local teen after he robbed another teen at gunpoint and stole the victim’s dirt bike on Tuesday, December 31st. GIOVANNI DEJESUS, age 19, of Bridgeport was arrested for Armed Robbery and other related crimes. Around 5:00 p.m., Trumbull officers were dispatched to the area of the “Rails to Trails” between White Plains Road and Quarry Road, for a robbery at gunpoint. Arriving officers met with the fourteen (14) year-old victim who stated that he was riding his dirt bike on the "Rails to Trails” near the pump station when another group on dirt bikes approached him. One of the men in that group, DeJesus, approached the victim and pointed a handgun at him while ordering him…
Fairfield News: Back of House Fire
https://youtu.be/-VlYBbJgnxI Report of a fire in the back of a home on Louvain Street in Fairfield. Firefighters arrived on scene and stabilized the situation. There was no visible sign of fire by the time we arrived on scene. It's unknown the extent, if any, the fire had on the home.