I-95 Crash
12:44pm--#cttraffic--#Fairfield Connecticut-- A three car and tractor trailer crash I-95 southbound near exit 24, no word on injuries. First responders on the way.
Curling Items Send Roger Ludlowe MS On Alert
#Fairfield Connecticut-- I just spoke with Fairfield Police Chief Gary MacNamara regarding the suspicious package found in the parking lot today. He told me that the item was found in the parking lot away from the school. As a precaution the students were moved to the opposite side of the building, no one was ever in danger. The officers quickly identified the items as "home made" curling items but they had to get it confirmed which they did. I guess this is the most excitement the sport has ever generated....
Fairfield News: Strange Package Found In School Parking Lot
#Fairfield Connecticut--Sent in from a parent, an email received: Dear RLMS Parents/Guardians: I wanted to update you on some information at Roger Ludlowe Middle School. The safety and security of the students and staff of Roger Ludlowe Middle School is our priority. This morning, an unknown item was reported in one of our parking lots at the rear of the building. The item is not near the school building. The Fairfield Police Deaprtment and other emergency personnel were on site immediately and students have been kept inside the building as a precaution. There is no threat at this time. Teachers and students have continued with a regular school day without issue. This report is made possible by:
Trumbull News: Explosion Heard
1:50am--#Trumbull Connecticut-- A Williams Road resident called to say they heard an explosion. The officer responding to the call also heard it. This report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: McFood Fight
1:11am--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Police called to the McDonalds at 1700 Park Avenue for 3 females in a green car throwing food through the drive up window at the cashier. This report is made possible by:
33rd annual Bridgeport Area Retired Firefighters Memorial Service
On Tuesday June 14, 2016 the Westport Fire Department hosted the 33rd annual Bridgeport Area Retired Firefighters Memorial Service at the Church of the Assumption at 7:00 pm. The event is preceded by a short parade (kicking off at 6:45 pm from the Saugatuck School) which is led by the Connecticut Firefighters Pipes and drums and followed by the area fire departments and their retirees. This event recognizes those members who have given the “ultimate sacrifice” having died in the line of duty and also remembering those members who have passed away during the past year.
Westport News: Picking Up Child From School Intoxicated
On 05/05/16, Victoria Lieber appeared intoxicated as she picked up her juvenile child from school. Westport Officers followed up at Lieber’s residence where Lieber smelled of an alcoholic beverage. Lieber failed the field sobriety tests given by the Officers. It was also determined that Lieber threatened the juvenile while driving in the car. A warrant was submitted to Norwalk Court at that time. On 06/09/16, Lieber turned herself in for the active warrant for Risk of Injury to a Minor. (Westport Police Press Release) This report is made possible by:
Trumbull News: Possible Drowning
2:58pm UPDATE: Happy to report the child is alert and breathing. 2:52pm--#Trumbull Connecticut-- First responders on the way to Topaz Lane for a possible drowning of an eight year old.
Trumbull K-9 Passes Unexpectedly
I'm sad to report that Trumbull's K-9 Cyrus passed away unexpectedly this morning. Cyrus joined Trumbull Police in 2011 after he and was partnered Officer RJ Carlson.
Fairfield News: Theater Manager Upset Over Exposure
12:39pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- Manager Nick at Fairfield Cinemas on Black Rock Turnpike was upset over an overexposure. He says he had an argument with a delivery driver who then allegedly exposed himself to the manager. Police are investigating. No word if it was a mini-series or a double feature....