#Hartford CT – A man was shot at 272 Cleveland Street multiple times and transported to St. Francis Hospital where he died from his wounds.
Motorcyclist down
11:02pm–#Trumbull CT–Motorcyclist down at #Route 108 and #Route 15. No details at this time. UPDATE–EMS reporting the cyclist is breathing, conscious and not complaining of any pain. Sounds like he just dropped the bike.
Road closures in Bridgeport
10:10pm–#Bridgeport CT–Reservoir Avenue north of the Home Depot due to a down tree. Wilson Street is closed due to a gas leak and the road needs to be dug up tonight to repair the leak.
Man lost in the cascades found
10:11pm–#Fairfield CT–Police located a man lost in the cascade are of Lake Mohegan. The man was on his cellphone talking to police but seemed disoriented in his location. Firefighters were called for lighting but the man was located shortly after the call was dispatched.
Evacuations in Black Rock
9:53pm–#Bridgeport #Black Rock–A gas line has been punctured on Wilson Street from the and neighbors are being evacuated. The puncture is from the curb box to the house due to previous digging.
Odor of gas
9:46pm–#Bridgeport CT–#Black Rock–Odor odor of gas on Wilson Street reported Firefighters on the way.
Thumb amputated
5:25pm–#Fairfield CT–Man working in a tree just amputated his thumb on Orchard Hill Drive. Firefighters on the scene working to get him out of the tree.
Monroe Volunteer Fire Department Hosts Annual Awards Night
On June 15th, the Monroe Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD) recognized several firefighters and police officers for their life-saving actions at two different incidents over the past year. MVFD Chief William Davin presented life safety awards to Lieutenant John Lombardi of the MVFD along with Sergeant Jay Torresso, Officer Jeffrey Loomis, and Officer Amanda Sears of the Monroe Police Department. In April, before fire trucks arrived on scene, all four entered a smoky house fire on Squire Road and pulled an unconscious man out of the home and started to render emergency care. The man suffered a burn and smoke inhalation. Firefighters were able to get the fire under control quickly, limiting damage to the home, and also removed the family dog. A female resident and her children were able to make it out on their own before first responders arrived.
A large group of volunteer firefighters were also presented with a unit citation award for their actions at a challenging motor vehicle extrication and water rescue. In January, rescue personnel were called to Main Street near Knollwood Drive for a two-car accident in which one vehicle was three quarters submerged in the body of water that runs along Main Street, with a person still in the frigid water. The second vehicle involved in the crash was off the road, with the occupant seriously injured and trapped in her car. Stepney, Monroe, and Stevenson firefighters divided their resources and within short order, donning water rescue suits they removed the woman from the water, and performed an extensive extrication to remove the other woman from her wrecked car. Other firefighters performed a time consuming search of the water and woods because there was a report that as the vehicle flipped into the water, another occupant had been ejected; however, that proved to be unfounded.
Ten Monroe firefighters that operated on the scene that evening under the direction of MVFD Deputy Chief Josh Krize and Stepney Fire Chief Mike Klemish were recognized for demonstrating life-saving actions. Receiving the unit citation awards were Lt. John Lombardi and firefighters John Viets, George Lattanzi, Kevin Catalano, Jonathan Zaleta, Dan Syzmanski, Kyle Scully, Adam Chartier, Ryan Anderson, and Sam Zack.
MVFD Chief William Davin, added “This was a very challenging year for us–the hurricane, blizzard, multiple house fires, and some very complicated rescues. No matter how tough the situation, the members of this department continue to rise the challenge. Its reflective of their training, teamwork, and commitment toward keeping members of this community safe.”
Additionally, Davin handed out three awards given each year to those members who go above and beyond. Firefighter Adam Chartier was recognized with the Firefighter of the Year award for his ongoing efforts at emergency calls and his commitment toward training. Firefighter Sam Zack was given the Fireman of the Year award. Zack used his computer skills to redesign the department’s website, and create an extensive facebook page which includes fire safety tips, local events, storm and power outage updates, and other valuable information. In less than a year, over 400 individuals now regularly visit the facebook page. In addition, firefighter Bryan Roberts received the Chief’s Award for exemplary service. According to Davin, Roberts is “always only a phone call away” from doing anything around the station that needs to be done whether it be repairing things or helping teach fire prevention in the schools.
Great Father’s Day Gifts at Hazel Daze
Vinylux makes everything out of old 45 and LP records! Clocks, bowls, mirrors, and coasters!
Hazel Daze 86 Post Rd, Fairfield (203) 292-9662 Open til 5 Sunday! Hazel Daze is a “funky” home boutique featuring an eclectic blend of decorative home accessories, unusual gifts and unique personal items. Our shop is filled to the brim with distinctive off-beat merchandise that you won’t find anywhere else!
Shots fired!
2:22am–#Bridgeport CT–Multiple calls for shots fired in the Harriet/ Barnum/William/Arctic area. A red pickup truck was seen fleeing from the area at a high rate of speed.