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Arson/Shooting/Stabbing in Bridgeport

Jun 11, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Shortly after 1pm Monday firefighters received a call of a porch fire on Lewis Street.  Police also received a call of a shooting on Iranistan Avenue near State Street.  It didn't take long for them to realize the two calls were connected.   Apparently tenants on the third floor on Lewis Street along with a person who frequents the apartment have been arguing.  The fire was set on the porch and then a pulling of a knife and subsequent shooting on Iranistan Ave.  Police searched the side and backyard on Lewis Street for the firearm.  Police have two suspects in custody and continue their investigation.

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Happenings NOW 6/8 thru 6/9 2012

Jun 9, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

6/9/2012 [caption id="attachment_8395" align="alignright" width="250" caption="3 car accident I-95 south near ext 21 Fairfield"][/caption] 11:39am--#Fairfield #cttraffic I-95 southbound 3 car accident in the left lane with injuries. 9:36pm--#Bridgeport--Homeowner at the corner of Velvet St. and Pearl Harbor Street reporting to police that his house is vibrating. 8:16pm--Branford--55 Brooks Lane report of a triple shooting 3 persons hit one is in traumatic arrest.UPDATE-- 2 confirmed dead one in critical condition. 8:45pm--Bridgeport--A man was just admitted to Bridgeport Hospital for being stabbed by a known victim in an unknown location. Detectives sent to investigate. 7:13pm--Fairfield--Pedestrian struck by a car in the parking lot of Trader Joe's on Black Rock Turnpike. 4:04pm--Bridgeport--Firefighters while on scene had a man in a black Honda Civic…

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Top 30 STOLEN Passwords

Jun 9, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Think your password is unique and clever? A new inforgraphic from security firm Rapid7 has revealed the top passwords stolen from this week’s LinkedIn security breach. There are hundreds of duplicates and patterns associated with the compromised log-in information.  Mashable has the full story.....

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School bus video shows agent firing gun at suspect, bus driver calming students

Jun 6, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Trumbull/Bridgeport--Two weeks after a police shooting on Old Town Road that was witnessed by dozens of students on a Frenchtown School bus, school Transportation Director Dawn Perkins is still awed by the calm demeanor and quick actions of bus driver Ralph Cerulo. "He was thinking about the kids the entire time," Perkins said. Perkins recently allowed the Trumbull Times to view video footage from two Trumbull school buses that were at the scene when federal agents attempted to capture Jeffrey Thomas, 21, who had earlier fled police looking into gang-related activity in the area. Trumbull Times has the full story here......

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Mom Arrested for Cheering at Daughter’s Graduation

Jun 6, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

South Carolina--A Myrtle Beach teen's high school graduation on Saturday was ruined when her excited mom, Shannon Cooper, was arrested for cheering.   Although parents were reportedly warned that they would be asked to leave the auditorium where the ceremony was held if they applauded for individual students receiving their diplomas.....Read Full Story Here......

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Walker Survives Recall Election In Wisconsin

Jun 5, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker beat back a recall challenge Tuesday, winning both the right to finish his term and a voter endorsement of his strategy to curb state spending, which included the explosive measure that eliminated union rights for most public workers. Associated Press has the full story here...... Impact for the White House:

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Warrant Issued In 10th Homicide-Bridgeport

Jun 5, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport Police Detective Bureau, was able to secure an arrest warrant for 51 yr. old Mario Chavez, Bridgeport resident, charging him with MURDER, with a court set Bond of $ 900,00.00. Mr. Chavez has been identified as the responsible individual for the stabbing of Francisco Barbosa 23 yr.old, that intervene on a street fight that occurred on May 27, 2012, in front of 573 Arctic Street. Anyone with information to the location of Mr. Chavez, is asked to contact the Detective Bureau at 203-581-5201 or Lt. Chris LaMaine at 203-581-5206. All information will be kept confidential.

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Happenings NOW 6/5 thru 6/7 2012

Jun 5, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

6/7/2012 11:47pm--Westport -- I-95 southbound by exit 17 for a rollover accident and a report of ejected passengers.  UPDATE--Early reports indicate at least one death in this accident. 9:54pm--Bridgeport--A man was just brought by a friend  into St. Vincent's Hospital with very serious injuries after being beaten with a baseball bat. Police were also called because the victim had a weapon on him.  Victim is not cooperating where or when the assault took place. 9:16pm--#Fairfield--Strong odor of electrical burning 600 block of Sasco Hill Road. Fire department on scene nothing showing from the road. :10am--Bridgeport--High speed chase starting on North Ave. towards downtown winds up on Housatonic Ave , back to North Ave. with suspect throwing things out the window. …

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