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Bridgeport Police Update on University of Bridgeport Shooting Incident

Oct 30, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/HN-vhXctCwA BRIDGEPORT, CT – Bridgeport Police have provided an update on Tuesday evening’s shooting incident at the University of Bridgeport. A man, who is not affiliated with the university, sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound in a campus dining hall, reportedly following a personal dispute. The identified person of interest, 18-year-old Dylan Cruz-Tillery of Queens, New York, has not yet been located. Bridgeport Police are coordinating with the NYPD’s 105th Precinct to find him. The police responded quickly on-site and collaborated with university officials to secure the area and initiate a lockdown for campus safety. An increased law enforcement presence on campus has been arranged, including a UB-1 patrol vehicle stationed overnight, which played a role in the prompt response. Police…

Stratford

Stratford Celebrates the 4-Year Anniversary of the Stratford Food Center

Oct 30, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/ntiOQt8Ogt0 Stratford, CT – On October 29th, Mayor Laura R. Hoydick and Stratford residents joined Osiris Espinal, owner of the Stratford Food Center, to celebrate the four-year anniversary of this beloved neighborhood market. Located at 11 Woodend Road, the Stratford Food Center has become a premier destination for fresh, in-house dishes and quality produce, building a reputation as a true community staple. Since Osiris took ownership in October 2020, amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the market has thrived as a hub for the community, offering a unique range of grocery items alongside signature, freshly prepared dishes that distinguish it from other stores. Highlights include: Chicken Cranberry and Apple Salad: A deli-style chicken salad made fresh in-house, with a…

Fairfield

Man Hit By Train

Oct 30, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

A man was hit by a train at the Black Rock Train Station (aka Metro) and firefighters helped extricate him. The events that led to this event and the man's condition are unknown at this time. 2024-10-30@12:20am--#Fairfield CT-- #MTA

Bridgeport

Shots Fired At UB

Oct 29, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Police confirmed that shots were fired in the dining hall at the University of Bridgeport. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and has been transported to the hospital. Just 24 hours earlier, the University of Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Police Department hosted a "Symposium on Use of Force" at the university.

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I-95Rollover

Oct 29, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Report of a rollover accident on I-95 southbound between exits 19 and 18, on the exit 18A off ramp. Nothing visible on the traffic cams but the traffic is backed up! 2024-10-29@2:49pm--#Westport CT-- #cttraffic

Bridgeport

Bridgeport’s 11th Homicide

Oct 29, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

On October 20, 2024, around 11:20 a.m., Bridgeport Police responded to a report of a person shot on the 200 block of Goddard Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found a male victim with a gunshot wound to the head. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Jahseim Cherry, 22, of New Haven, later succumbed to his injuries, marking Bridgeport’s 11th homicide of the year. Anyone with information is encouraged to reach out to Detective Jeffrey Holtz at 203-581-5293 or contact the Bridgeport Police Tips line at 203-576-TIPS.

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Homeowner Shoots Back

Oct 29, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Stratford Police said in a statement: "Patrol Officers responded to 277 Burritt Avenue, at approximately 0430 hours, on report of adisturbance.Upon arrival, Officers determined that the homeowner had exchanged gunfire with at leasttwo suspects who may have been attempting to steal one of his vehicles that were parked inhis driveway.Several gunshot rounds, fired by the suspect(s) hit the homeowner’s residence.There are no reported injuries at this time.The suspects fled the area in an unknown vehicle.Detective Mike Panton is conducting this investigation.Anyone with information about this incident can contact him @ (203) 385-4143 ormpanton@townofstratford.com." An alleged car thief picked on the wrong car tonight after attempting to break in to a car on Burritt Avenue near Milford Avenue in Stratford according…

Bridgeport

School Bus Accident

Oct 29, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

EMS on the scene of a motor vehicle accident involving a school bus in the 600 block of Bishop Avenue. Unknown if there were any injuries, only AMR was on the scene evaluating the students. There is another crash involving a bus and motorcycle on Hollister Avenue. 2024-10-29@7:50am--#Bridgeport CT

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Trucks Snagged In Low Hanging Wires

Oct 28, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

A tractor-trailer got snagged in low-hanging power lines on Ludlowe Road. Most 18-wheelers are 13.5 feet tall, and power lines must be maintained 18 feet off a public road. 2024-10-28@4:55pm--#Fairfield CT

Bridgeport

Gas Line Hit

Oct 28, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Firefighters are on the scene at 55 East Main Street where construction workers allegedly hit a gas line. Gas company on the way. 2024-10-28@11:17am--#Bridgeport CT

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