1:11am–#Bridgeport CT–Wake up Bridgeport! Dumpster fire at Park and John Street reportedly close to a building.
Home invasion attempt
11:20pm–#Bridgeport CT–Police are investigating a home invasion at 86 Pequonnock Street. Police are looking for an Africian American male, gray hoodie and dark sneakers, with a gun….that narrows it down but I’ve heard police work with less and get an arrest. UPDATE–Two males, one Hispanic tried to force their way in but did not get in. A black handgun was displayed with a red laser. They took off after they could not get through the door!
Fundraising Effort for Bridgeport Police Memorial
Mayor Bill Finch and the leadership of Bridgeport Police Union Local 1159 announced plans for a July fundraiser with a goal of raising $50,000 toward a Bridgeport Police Memorial outside Police Headquarters on Congress Street. Tens of thousands of private sector dollars already have been raised to match the public investment in the important project.
On Wednesday, National Peace Officer Memorial Day, Mayor Finch honored Bridgeport’s Police Officers for the dangerous work they do every day to keep residents safe.
“On average, one American law enforcement officer is killed in the line of duty every 57 hours,” said Mayor Bill Finch. “It is a dangerous and difficult job. Tragically, some don’t make it home at the end of their shift and we need to honor them for their bravery and service.”
Fundraising has been ongoing for the memorial. Construction is expected to begin this summer. An event has been scheduled for July 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Fire Engine Pizza Company, 2914 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport. Supporters also can purchase commemorative brick pavers that will be incorporated into the memorial. Order forms can be found at the Police Union website at http://www.
“This is a meaningful week for everyone who works in law enforcement,” said Police Chief Joseph L. Gaudett Jr. “This is the one profession that runs toward gunfire. There is a bond, a brotherhood, that is hard to explain. We consider it an honor and duty to attend funerals for brother and sister officers whom we’ve never met.”
In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15th falls, as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.
“We look forward to working with the mayor, police chief and all supporters of law enforcement to make this memorial a reality,” said police union president Charles Paris.
A dozen Bridgeport police officers have paid the ultimate sacrifice. The most recent officer to die in the line of duty was in 1980.
Racing on Housatonic Ave.
9:57pm–#Bridgeport CT–Large crowd with motorcycles racing on Housatonic Avenue. Police on scene trying to get them to disperse.
Fireworks gets calls for shots fired
9:33pm–#Bridgeport CT #Fairfield CT–Bridgeport Police receiving calls from residents in St. Mary’s area of shots fired. Turns out to be fireworks illegally being shot off on Jennings Beach in Fairfield.
Smoke in Dress Barn
8:49pm–#Shelton–Report of smoke inside Dress Barn on Shelton Ave.
Wireless Wizard Armed Robbery
2:19pm–The owner of the Wireless Wizard at 1905 Boston Avenue was just held up at gunpoint. One male with a shotgun fled in a tan Honda. towards Stratford. The gun was left behind and recovered by police.
Truck hits pole, transformer and wires on the cab
11:40am–#Norwalk CT–A truck has hit a utility pole on Lois Street. Wires and a transformer now sitting on the roof of the cab, the driver has not attempted to exit the truck. First responders on the way. This COULD cause power outages off Westport Avenue, one alarm going off at the laundry mat not far from there.
Stratford Avenue traffic
11:34pm–#Bridgeport CT–Stratford Avenue will be one lane between East Main Street and Pembrook Street. Take an alternative route.
Wake up East Side!
1:13am–#Bridgeport CT–Wake up Bridgeport! Report of smoke on the third floor at 1066 Kossuth Street. Here come a bunch of firetrucks, but you had to go to the bathroom anyways right?