Derby News: Motor Vehicle Accident
3:29pm--#Derby CT-- #cttraffic-- Report of a motor vehicle accident on Route 8 Northbound near the exit 17 ramp.
Police Investigate Shooting
(Bridgeport, CT – May 7, 2014) – Detectives are investigating a shooting that wounded a 28-year-old man early today. Police responded to the area of Club Delight, 1611 Barnum Ave., on a report of shots fired. Police encountered a large crowd and multiple cars fleeing the scene after a dispute inside spilled into the lot outside. Subsequently, police located a two vehicles involved in a motor vehicle accident on Summerfield Avenue. Detectives are working to determine whether that incident is related to the gunshots. Police located evidence outside the nightclub indicating that two different weapons were fired. Just after 1 a.m., about 20 minutes after the initial call, detectives were informed that a gunshot victim had arrived at Bridgeport Hospital.…
Police Charge Man in 2011 Cold Case Homicide
(Bridgeport, CT – May 8, 2014) – A cold case investigation led to the arrest of a 30-year-old man in connection with the 2011 fatal shooting of his longtime girlfriend. Abimael Ramos, who currently is jailed on unrelated drug charges, was charged today with murder in connection with the fatal shooting on May 23, 2011, of Luz Morales at the Wood Avenue apartment that they shared. Ramos claimed that Morales was fatally shot during a home invasion. “Homicide cases are never closed, filed away and forgotten. We owe that to our victims,” said Capt. James Viadero. “There are times that a fresh set of eyes can help move a case forward. I also want to thank the State’s Attorney’s office…
Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Suspect
(Bridgeport, CT – May 7, 2014) – The Bridgeport Police Department is attempting to identify a suspect in an attempted armed robbery that occurred on May 5, 2014, at the CVS Pharmacy at 3710 Main St. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Chris Borona at 203-581-5235.
As legislative session nears end, Mayor Finch, Representative Alexander and advocates push for adoption rights
“It’s crucial that the state passes this bill, which allows adopted children to access their birth records. This will help ensure that adoptees not only have a fair shot at knowing their medical history, but also at finding their identity.” – Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch Bridgeport, Connecticut (May 6, 2014) – With less than 48 hours left in the legislative session, Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch and Representative David Alexander (D-58) joined advocates from Access Connecticut urging passage of adoptee rights legislation (H.B. 5144). “As an adoptee, I know first-hand what it’s like to lack access to your birth records,” said Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch. “It’s crucial that the state passes this bill, which allows adopted children to access their birth…
Bridgeport News: Broadbridge Subway Robbed….Again
9:11pm--#Bridgeport CT--The Subway at 533 Broadbridge Road was robbed at gunpoint again. Man in a mask who fled on foot towards Huntington Turnpike.
Bridgeport News: Brick Attack!
8:05pm--#Bridgeport CT--Police are looking for a man with a Mohawk haircut in the Maple and Kossuth Street area responsible for attacking someone with a brick.
MEMORIAL DAY GRAND MARSHAL ANNOUNCED
Robert (“Bob”) Satter, WWII Veteran William Vornkahl, President of the Westport Veterans Council announced that Robert Satter, a Veteran of World War II, has been selected as the Grand Marshal for the Memorial Day Parade to be held on Monday, May 26th. Bob volunteered for active duty in World War II in November of 1942. Serving as a radio operator with the 8th Air Force, he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and two battle stars and the Air medal with three oak leaf clusters after 25 missions in the European Theater of Operations. All of his missions were flown between February and June ’44 in the thick of the war raging over Europe. Of the 18…
Fairfield News: Bicycle Collides Into Car
3:28pm--#Fairfield CT--Police are investigating a collision between a bicycle and car on Marlborough Terrace and Greenfield Street. Apparently the bicycle was traveling south downhill on Greenfield Street when it turned into the car's lane and collided. The woman operating the bicycle was transported to the hospital, injuries are unknown at this time.
GOV. MALLOY HAILS FINAL PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION RENEWING & UPGRADING STATE’S RECYCLING AND WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today hailed the Connecticut State House of Representatives for final passage of legislation he introduced that will result in a major modernization of the state’s recycling and waste management system that will not only help the environment, but saves taxpayer money and create economic benefits in the state. “This bill will help make Connecticut a leader in recycling and innovative waste management. We must develop a better model that recovers the resources from our waste stream and maximizes its economic value,” Governor Malloy said. “The modernization effort called for in this bill can save our towns and cities millions of dollars, grow jobs, and protect our environment.” Tonight, the…