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Home Invasion and Robbery Arrests

Jul 13, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

On the morning of July 12, 2023, two Norwalk residents were taken into custody following theirinvolvement in several cases of burglary, robbery, and home invasion.On May 22, 2023, a residence on Lexington Avenue was burglarized, cash was taken, and atelevision and other items were damaged. A report was filed with the Norwalk PoliceDepartment on the following day. On May 24, 2023, a home invasion occurred at the sameaddress, and was reported to investigators the next day. During this incident, two men entered theresidence, cash was taken at gunpoint, as well as a jacket. Detective Nyquist assumed theinvestigation of both incidents and worked quickly to develop leads and identify suspects. OnJuly 8, 2023, a second home invasion occurred at the same…

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U.S. Department of Energy Awards the City of Bridgeport Public Schools an Energy Efficiency Grant, Led by University of Connecticut Efforts

Jul 13, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport, CT – The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that it has selected a proposal submitted by the University of Connecticut (UConn) and Bridgeport Connecticut Public Schools (BPS), to implement comprehensive energy efficiency and renewable projects at two Bridgeport public schools through the U.S. DOE’s Office of State and Community Energy Programs. The total award for two projects and support for the energy efficiency workforce development and training is $3.6 million, of which over $3 million is expected to be invested in technology and upgrades for the schools. The DOE funding will support an effort to design and implement equipment retrofits and upgrades for two Bridgeport K-12 schools, Geraldine Johnson Elementary and Luis Munoz Marin Elementary. The schools will…

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Bridgeport News: Person Shot

Jul 13, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Police Update: On July 12, 2023, at approximately 10:50 pm the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center (EOC) received reports of shots fired with a victim suffering from a gunshot wound in the 1200 block of Park Avenue. During that time, police received a ShotSpotter activation in that area indicating more than 20 rounds were fired. As Officers responded to the scene, EOC provided them with updated information. A male party injured by gunfire was now being transported from the scene to the hospital via private vehicle. A short time later, a 23-year-old Bridgeport man presented at an area hospital suffering from a single gunshot wound to the neck. He is listed in stable condition. The Detective Bureau has responded and taken…

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Bridgeport News: 100 Rookie Cops To Replace Experienced Veteran Officers Who Have Left The Department

Jul 11, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Mayor Ganim and Chief Porter Announce Expected Goal for 100 New Officers by Next Year Bridgeport is currently short-staffed by over 200 officers Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim and Chief Porter announced a plan to hire 100 new officers for the Bridgeport Police Department to address the various public safety needs of our city. The plan includes: 23 officers currently in the academy scheduled to graduate by October of this year; A new police class of between 25-30 officers expected to commence in October; and, Two concurrent police classes of approximately 25 officers each to commence by early 2024. All 100 of these police officer positions have been funded as part of the FY 23-24 City budget. The Office of…

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Ansonia News: Shooting Arrest

Jul 11, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Ansonia CT-- On July 11, 2023, Jonathan Javier Martinez was arrested by warrant for his involvement in the June 22, 2023, shooting in the Rite Aid and Marshalls parking lot at 407 Main Street. Martinez was the aggressor in a dispute that started over Martinez believing the victim, a 31-year-old Ansonia resident, said something to him as the victim drove passed him on Main Street. Martinez followed the victim into Marshalls where he confronted the victim demanding to see the victim’s car. The two went outside where the victim attempted to show Martinez he was not involved in the incident and Martinez threatened the victim. While in the parking lot, Martinez displayed a handgun, placed it against the victim’s neck…

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Bridgeport News: Homicide Arrest Made

Jul 11, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT--- On July 10, 2023, Detectives from the Bridgeport Police Homicide Squad confirmed with law enforcement officers in Fulton County Georgia that they had in their custody 58-year-old Anthony Marion of Bridgeport CT.  Marion is wanted out of Bridgeport CT for the December 3, 2020, assault of Gregory Williams that resulted in his death on October 10, 2022.  Mr. Williams was 68 at the time of his death.      Anthony Marion will be held in Georgia as a fugitive from justice.  He is pending extradition back to Connecticut where he will be charged with CT GEN STAT 53a-54a Murder.  Bond is 1.5 million dollars. Anyone with additional information regarding this case is asked to contact Homicide Detective Keith Hanson at 203-581-5243…

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Bridgeport News: Kid’s LEGO Club

Jul 11, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT-- Do you love designing your own creations? Then it’s time for you to join other kids who love those ever-popular plastic bricks at BPL’s LEGO Club! Your creations will be put on display for one week, and you get a prize for every fourth visit! Ages: 4-12. No registration is required. LEGO Club meets once a week on Thursdays from 5-6pm in the Children’s Room of the Main Library, 925 Broad Street. Children in Grades 5 and under must be accompanied in the building by a responsible adult (over the age of 18) who must remain in the Children’s Room for the duration of this program. Any questions? Call us at 203-576-7400 ext. 408.

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