Bridgeport News: Child Hit By Car
2023-10-26@4:22pm--#Bridgeport CT--A child has been hit by a car at Barnum and Crescent Avenue. It does not sound to be life-threatening.
Shelton Police Arrest Two in Stolen Firearm Case
On 10/24/2023 the Shelton Police Department arrested 18-year-old JaidenLanzi of Shelton and 19-year-old Jason Smith of Derby. Both Lanzi and Smithwere charged with being in possession of a stolen firearm and related charges.The arrest stems from an incident that was reported to Shelton Police on10/17/2023, where two firearms were stolen from a Shelton residence. During theinvestigation, it was discovered that the firearms had transitioned through severalindividuals. Through interviews and follow-up investigation the Shelton Police applied forand were granted search warrants to search residences and vehicles in Shelton,Derby, and North Haven. During the execution of search warrants in Shelton andNorth Haven officers located the two reported stolen firearms.Lanzi was processed and charged with Theft of a Firearm, illegal transfer of astolen…
Chemical Spill At Sacred Heart University
#Fairfield CT-- At 8:03 PM Wednesday night, the Fairfield Regional dispatch center received a report about a chemical spill in a science lab on the campus of Sacred Heart University. Fairfield Fire Units swiftly responded, and Assistant Chief George Gomola assumed command upon their arrival. The SHU Department of Public Safety had already evacuated and secured the building as a precaution due to the unknown chemicals involved and the potential for reactions. The Fairfield County Hazardous Incident Response Team was summoned to assess and identify the spilled chemicals. Additionally, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection offered assistance. The Fairfield HazMat team entered and secured the scene, containing the spill to the original office, and fortunately, there were no…
Hit-and-Run Tragedy Claims Life of 24-Year-Old Cyclist
On the morning of October 24, 2023, at around 6:07 AM, the Bridgeport Emergency Operation Center received a distress call. The report stated that a motorized bike operator had been struck near the junction of Waterview Avenue and Crescent Avenue. Unfortunately, the vehicle responsible for the collision fled the scene without offering any assistance to the injured victim. The 24-year-old victim was swiftly transported to Bridgeport Hospital with critical injuries. Regrettably, he later succumbed to his injuries. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of the victim, 24-year-old Jeffrey Omar Enamorado, on behalf of the Bridgeport Police Department. The Bridgeport Police Department Traffic Division is currently conducting an investigation to determine the cause of the accident and…
Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident
On October 21, 2023, at 4:46 PM, multiple calls flooded Norwalk Combined Dispatch, urgently requesting assistance at the intersection of Grist Mill Road and the Route 7 connector due to a reported single motor vehicle accident. Tragically, this incident claimed the life of the vehicle's sole occupant and operator. Swiftly responding to the distress calls, the Norwalk Police, Norwalk Fire Department, and Norwalk Hospital Emergency Medical Service were dispatched to the accident site. Upon arrival, the responding officers discovered the vehicle situated in an embankment area off the roadway. Their immediate efforts were directed toward safely extricating the operator from the wreckage. Regrettably, the operator, identified as Joshua Chapman, 37, from Naugatuck, did not survive the accident, and he was…
SHU Accident Arrest- 10 Times Over Legal Limit Traveling 85mph
2023-10-25#Fairfield CT-- On Tuesday, October 24, 2023, Fairfield Police Crash Reconstructionists make an arrest following the September 29, 2023 crash involving the serious injury of four Sacred Heart University (SHU) students and an Uber driver on Jefferson Street. Following an extensive investigation, it was determined by police crash investigators, that TYLER DELK (19) of South Orange, NJ, and Sacred Heart University student himself, was operating a 2018 Audi S5 Convertible at speeds exceeding 85mph on Jefferson Street. At one point, Delk lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a 2021 Toyota Corolla being operated by an Uber driver and occupied by four female SHU students. At the time of the collision, Delk was operating the vehicle while under the…
The Fairfield Comedy Circle: Where Laughter Takes Center Stage
The Fairfield Comedy Circle, founded by Joe Garrix, has recently reopened its doors, welcoming comedy enthusiasts to a revamped and exciting venue. Located at the Circle Hotel, this comedy hub has been a beloved part of the local entertainment scene for nearly five years. In this article, we'll explore the highlights of this comedy haven and the experiences it offers to both seasoned comedy fans and newcomers. A Room Transformed: The Circle Hotel's lobby, an unlikely comedy venue, has been artfully transformed into a cozy showroom. The seating arrangement is theatre-style, with all the furniture in the room rearranged to accommodate the eager audience. It's an ingenious way to create an intimate and inviting atmosphere for comedy lovers. A Stellar…
Diesel Boat-No Boat Fire
2023-10-25@1:19pm-- #Fairfield News: Firefighters and police boats were dispatched for what was thought to be a fishing boat on fire in Long Island Sound near the Penfield light. Turned out to be diesel smoke from the engine, no fire or any boats in distress. Now you know what all the sirens were about!
Westport Police to Participate in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day
On Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, the Westport Police Department will again partner with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration for the twenty-fifth National Prescription Drug Take Back Day along with community partners at the Aspetuck Health District and Westport Together. The event will be held at the Aspetuck Health District located at 180 Bayberry Lane, Westport. According to a report published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), most people who misused a prescription medication obtained the medicine from a family member or friend. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that last year, more than 93,000 people died of drug overdoses in the United States, marking the largest number of drug-related…
Bridgeport News: Fatal Hit And Run
A number of our viewers asked about a crime scene at Crescent Avenue this morning. I reached out and the Bridgeport Police said in a statement: On October 24, 2023, at approximately 6:07am, the Bridgeport Emergency Operation Center received a call reporting that an operator on a motorized bike was struck near the intersection at Waterview Avenue and Crescent Avenue. The striking vehicle fled the scene and did not remain on scene nor did to render any appropriate aid to the victim. The twenty-four-year-old victim identified as Jeffrey Omar Enamorado of Bridgeport, was transported to Bridgeport Hospital with life-threatening injuries but later succumbed to his injuries. On behalf of the Bridgeport Police Department, we extend our deepest condolences to the…