Milford News: Second Highway Crash
Report of another 2 car accident between a truck and a car on I-95 this time Southbound by Exit 34. 2024/07/12@11:10AM
Milford News: Highway Crash
Report of a 2 car accident between a U Haul truck and a car on I-95 Northbound by Exit 34. They are in the left lane so expect traffic as the highway is currently down to one lane.
Stabbing On The East Side
Bridgeport Police are investigating a stabbing in the 800 block of Kossuth Street. Man stabbed multiple times according to radio reports. 2024-07-11@11:32pm--#Bridgeport CT
Manhunt in Trumbull
7:53pm--Sounds like they have them in custody. State and Trumbull Police are looking for two suspects who fled after an attempt to stop them for erratic behavior and possibly a stolen vehicle off exit 10 of Route 8. Police are searching in the Hilltop Circle/Drive area. K9 on the way. They may have allegedly tried to drive into a Shelton Police car. 2024-07-11@7:18pm--#Trumbull CT-- #Shelton CT
Bridgeport News: Convicted Felon Arrested After Motorcycle Crash Uncovers Firearm and Heroin
On July 9, 2024, officers were dispatched to West Avenue and Fairfield Avenue in response to a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle. The operator, Michael Marin, had lost control of his motorcycle and crashed on Fairfield Avenue. At the scene, officers found an unholstered, loaded silver-colored firearm. Michael Marin was arrested, and during the search, officers seized a large amount of narcotics and cash. Marin, a convicted felon with an extensive history of firearms and narcotics offenses, was also under a protective order prohibiting him from possessing a firearm. Officers recovered 28.2 grams (98 glassine folds) of heroin, a firearm (9mm Colt 38 Super) with 10 rounds, and $870 in cash from Marin. Michael Marin was charged with possession…
Bridgeport News: Oil Spill
At around 3:04 PM today, a boat was reported sinking at the dock near the 100th block of Grovers Avenue. The boat was unoccupied and was spilling oil at the time of the report. No injuries have been reported. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and working to contain the oil spill. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. 2024-07-11@3:04pm
Pedestrian Struck Driver Flees
A pedestrian was hit by a car at Vincellette and Kennedy Drive. The car fled the scene.2024-07-11@3:32pm--#Bridgeport CT
BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO PROTECT FEDERAL WHISTLEBLOWERS FROM RETALIATION
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] — U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) today introduced the Congressional Whistleblower Protection Act to shield federal employees who report information to Congress from retaliation. Under current law, federal employees are guaranteed the right to petition or provide information to Congress. However, without adequate protections in place, individuals who do so can face termination or retaliation. The Congressional Whistleblower Protection Act ensures that all federal employees, contractors, and applicants are able to file an administrative complaint if their right to share information with Congress has been interfered with or denied. Additionally, if corrective action is not reached within 180 days of filing a complaint, the legislation allows whistleblowers to pursue a lawsuit in federal court and seek a range of relief, including lost wages and…
Merritt Parkway Brush Fire
Firefighters extinguish a brush fire on the Merritt Parkway northbound near exit 55a. Additional resources requested to the scene. 2024-07-11@2:19pm--#Milford CT-- #cttraffic--
Stratford Health Department to Offer Annual Childhood Immunization and Physical Clinics
The Stratford Health Department is excited to announce its Annual Back-to-School clinics, aimed at providing immunizations and physicals to school-age youth under the age of 19. The series of clinics will take place at the Birdseye Municipal Complex located at 468 Birdseye Street in Stratford. Each clinic will offer physical examinations and immunizations to ensure that students are ready to start the school year healthy and protected against preventable diseases. Clinic Dates and Times: DateTimeThursday, 8/15/20242:00pm - 6:30pmTuesday, 8/20/20248:30am - 4:30pmThursday, 8/22/20242:00pm - 6:30pmTuesday, 8/27/20242:00pm - 6:30pmThursday, 8/29/20248:30am - 4:30pmTuesday, 9/3/20248:30am - 4:30pm "We are thrilled to offer our annual Back-to-School clinics to help ensure that our students are healthy and ready for the upcoming school year," said Kristina Agapito,…