Bridgeport News: Burglar Caught!
2:37pm--#Bridgeport CT--Bridgeport Police catch a burglary suspect red handed at State and Wordin Avenue and have him in custody! Our sponsor gives discounts to police, firefighters and EMS!
Governor Applauds Bipartisan Second Chance Legislation
#HARTFORD, CT – Governor Dannel P. Malloy is applauding the Connecticut General Assembly for giving bipartisan, final approval today in favor of the “Second Chance Society” legislation he introduced that is designed to continue the progress being made in reducing the state’s dropping crime rate, which is currently at a 48-year low, as well as ensuring nonviolent offenders are being reintegrated into society and become productive members of Connecticut’s economy. “We can truly be tough on crime by being smarter on crime, and that’s why we’re focusing on initiatives that work. The cycle our system currently encourages – one of permanent punishment – hurts too many families and communities,” Governor Malloy said. “When we should have been focusing on permanent…
Bridgeport News: Manhunt
10:02pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A perimeter has been set up in the Catherine Street area after a foot pursuit with police. No mention was made as to why he was being chased, they rarely do say why unless it is a motor vehicle pursuit. But now you know why there are so many cops in the area. State Police K-9 is assisting Bridgeport Police. This report sponsored by: Un perímetro se ha establecido en la zona Catherine Street después de una persecución a pie con la policía. No se hizo mención de por qué estaba siendo perseguido, rara vez dicen por qué no ser que sea una persecución de vehículos de motor. Pero ahora usted sabe por qué hay tantos policías…
Fairfield News: Senior Citizen Attacked By A Cat
5:12pm--#Fairfield CT--A 72 year old woman called 911 that she was attacked by a cat and was bleeding heavily on her legs at the Strathmoor Condo at 160 Fairfield Woods. When police and firefighters arrived they discovered the cat that attacked her was her own. The cat sees another cat outside the window and goes wild and attacked the woman. The woman refused transport to the hospital but was treated and bandaged by EMS technicians by AMR. Animal Control was called to the scene to take care of the cat. Una mujer de 72 años llamó al 911 que fue atacado por un gato y estaba sangrando en gran medida de sus piernas en el Strathmoor Condo en 160 Fairfield…
Video Report: Horses in Trumbull Gardens
Last week Tatiana Julitta Maldonado shared on my Facebook wall a picture of the Bridgeport Police's Mounted Patrol at Trumbull Gardens. After 267 Likes and 28 Shares it indicated to me that you wanted to know more, so did I! Most have seen the mounted patrol at events like at Harbor Yard Arena. For years the mounted patrol has been patrolling a number of areas of the city including routinely visiting various housing projects throughout the city. Sergeant Norton told me the horses are a way of breaking the ice and make police more approachable unlike a police patrol car. People come up and ask to pet the horses and then engage the officers in conversation. Officer Norton also said…
Bridgeport News: Another Store Robbed
2:09pm--#Bridgeport CT--The Rodriguez Market at 382 Brooks Street was robbed at gunpoint. Taken was an iPad and $70 in cash. Police are looking for a black male in his 30's wearing all black and a black hat. His shirt has some stains, possibly paint stains. He fled west on Ogden Street. This report was made possible by our sponsor: El Mercado Rodríguez en 382 Brooks Street fue robado a punta de pistola. Tomado era un iPad y $ 70 en efectivo. La policía busca a un hombre negro de unos 30 años que lleva todo negro y un sombrero negro. Su camisa tiene algunas manchas, posiblemente manchas de pintura. Huyó hacia el oeste por la calle de Ogden.
Bridgeport News: Subway Robbed Again……
1:39pm--#Bridgeport CT--The Subway at 1552 Wood Avenue was just robbed at gunpoint. Police are looking for a skinny black male wearing a black button down shirt, black and white sneakers and a black hat with a gold medallion. He fled on foot. Always first on DoingItLocal! No expensive cable subscription to get your breaking news! El Subway a 1552 Wood Avenue se acaba de robar a punta de pistola. La policía busca a un hombre negro flaco que llevaba un botón de camisa negro, zapatillas de deporte blancas y negras y un sombrero negro con un medallón de oro. Él huyó a pie.
I-95 Spin Out
UPDATE: Firefighters arriving on scene say its a 3 car crash blocking the center and right lane. 12:31pm--#cttraffic--#Fairfield CT--A one car spin out in the center lane I-95 southbound near exit 24 has traffic backed up. See ALL of our posts, not just what Facebook shows you! Go right to our mobile friendly website at DoingItLocal.com ACTUALIZACIÓN: Los bomberos llegan a la escena dicen que es un choque para 3 coches bloqueando el centro y la banda derecha. 12:31 pm-#cttraffic-#Fairfield CT-Un giro hacia fuera un coche en el carril central I-95 hacia el sur cerca de la salida 24 ha respaldado el tráfico
Fairfield News: 6 Year Old Breaks Arm
11:44am--#Fairfield CT--A six year old fell off the monkey bars and broke his arm at North Stratfield School on Putting Green Road. This report sponsored by: Un niño de seis años de edad, se cayó de las barras y se rompió el brazo a Stratfield School Norte en green carretera.
Fairfield News: Towel Fire
11:33am--#Fairfield CT-- An elderly resident was removed from her residence and required medical attention after a towel in her home catches fire at 128 Lindley Drive. Police were on scene and made sure the towel was extinguished. Firefighters assist in clearing smoke from the residence. If it was really bad our sponsor would have made it Like It Never Even Happened! Un anciano residente fue retirado de su residencia y requiere atención médica después de una toalla en su casa se incendia en 128 Lindley Drive. La policía en la escena y se aseguró de la toalla se extinguió. Los bomberos ayudan a despejar el humo de la residencia.