Fairfield News: Gas Line Struck
2024-03-27@12:00pm--#Fairfield CT-- A contractor has hit a gas main on Eleven O'clock Road. Fire and gas company on the way.
Westport Police Arrest Three in Overnight Car Burglary
(Westport, CT) On March 26, 2024 at approximately 12:42 am, Westport Police responded to a residence near Compo Beach on a report from a homeowner that their vehicle was being burglarized. The complainant reported that their Ring doorbell camera activated when a suspect entered a vehicle parked in the driveway. The complainant reported that a dark colored vehicle was waiting in the street for the suspect. Westport Police were on scene almost immediately and set up a perimeter in the area of Hills Point Road, Greens Farms Road, and Compo Road South. One of the responding officers located a suspicious vehicle exiting Mimi Lane and initiated a traffic stop. The vehicle did not stop for the officer and fled the…
Bridgeport News: Shots Fired
UPDATE: Bridgeport Police Department said one individual sustained a superficial graze wound. The responsible party is not present at the scene. The victim is currently being transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. There is an ongoing police investigation. 2024-03-26@6:15PMish--#Bridgeport CT-- Shots fired on Pequonnock Street. Witnesses said 5-6 shots were fired. No reports of anyone or anything hit.
STATE POLICE WARN OF INVESTMENT/ROMANCE SCAMS KNOWN AS“PIG BUTCHERING”
Transnational criminal organizations targeting Americans in complex investment scams,older Connecticut residents at increased risk.(MIDDLETOWN CT – March 26, 2024) – According to the FBI’s Internet CrimesComplaint Center (IC3), cryptocurrency investment fraud grew more than 53% in 2023 toapproximately $4.5 billion. But it may be far worse, as a recent study suggests that the total since2021 may actually be $75 billion.What is causing this loss? Law enforcement has identified this scam as “pig butchering.”In pig butchering investment scams, also known as sha zhu pan (杀猪盘) in Chinese, thefraudster initially contacts the victim through dating apps, social media, or professionalnetworking platforms. They build trust with the victim over several weeks or months, oftenfeigning romantic interest or establishing a friendly rapport. Once the…
Bridgeport News: Rollover In Front Of Bridgeport ER
2024-03-26@ 4:01pm #Bridgeport CT--A one-car rollover on Mill Hill Avenue in front of Bridgeport Hospital ER
Bridgeport News: Route 8 Crash
Report of a motor vehicle accident on Route 8 by exit 5 Northbound
STRATFORD LIBRARY OFFERS “PASSPORT TO CT LIBRARIES”
The Stratford Library has announced that it will offer its patrons the opportunity to enter and win one of two state-wide gift card prizes. To celebrate "National Library Week" during April, participants can let their library card open the doors of over 100 Connecticut libraries by participating in the month-long Passport to Connecticut Libraries Program. Sponsored by the Connecticut Library Association, the program invites residents of all ages to explore the amazing diversity of public libraries. Every participating library will offer a passport to their patrons (one for adults and one for children under 18) as well as a small gift upon sign-up. The patron will then visit at least five participating libraries during the month of April, having the passport stamped once at…
Town of Fairfield Files Appeal in Superior Court Against Connecticut Siting Council Decision on Monopoles
If you want to look more into this, we had Senator Tony Hwang on On Patrol Live last Sunday where he talked about this pressing issue: https://fb.watch/r2OOOPAUHJ/ Fairfield, CT, March 26, 2024--The Town of Fairfield has officially filed an appeal in Superior Court challenging the legality of the Connecticut Siting Council’s decision dated February 16, 2024, granting United Illuminating (UI) a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need for the construction of overhead transmission lines along a new route to the north side of Metro-North train tracks, entitled the “Hannon-Morissette Alternative.” The appeal comes after months of Siting Council hearings where the Town and other impacted intervenors repeatedly raised concerns about UI’s plan to install massive monopoles on the south…
Ansonia News: Impaled Foot
2024-03-26@1:44pm--#Ansonia CT-- First responders on the way to Bob's Stores at 409 MainStreet for a man who had something "fall and penetrate his shoe into his foot".
Fairfield Police Investigate Series of Crimes
Fairfield, CT - Over the past few days, Fairfield has experienced a series of criminal incidents, prompting investigations by the local police department. On March 23, 2024, at approximately 7:33 PM, a reported theft occurred outside Riko's Thin Crust Pizza located at 1920 Black Rock Turnpike. An individual attempting to sell a personal item met purported buyers, leading to a physical altercation resulting in minor injuries to the victim. The Fairfield Police Department is actively investigating this incident and urges anyone with relevant information to contact Detectives at 203-254-4840. On March 24, 2024, at 03:23 AM, officers responded to an alarm activation at Mohegan Smoke Shop, situated at 525 Tunxis Hill Cutoff. Upon arrival, significant damage to the storefront was…