Stratford News: 3 Alarm Fire At Honeyspot Gun Range

2023-04-17@6:17pm--#Stratford CT-- Firefighters were called to a fire at the Stratford Guns and Ammo located at 760 Honeyspot Road. When firefighters arrived they reported heavy fire from the roof area on the right side of the building and called for a second alarm. They sounded a third alarm which brought mutual aid from Bridgeport, Fairfield, and Milford to the scene for additional resources. They had the bulk of the fire out within the hour and there were no reported injuries. https://youtu.be/yX6ijHqfIkA

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Bridgeport News: Homicide Arrest

On April 17, 2023, Detectives from the Bridgeport Police Homicide Squad confirmed with law enforcement agencies in Ohio  (Cuyahoga County PD & Solon PD) they had in their custody Ainsley Forbes.  Ainsley Forbes, also known as (aka) Derrick Francis, is wanted out of Bridgeport CT for the April 6, 2023, murder of Brianna McKoy.    In addition to this extraditable warrant, Francis also faces gun charges in Ohio.  Solon Ohio Police Officers conducted a motor vehicle stop in their jurisdiction where Francis was observed fleeing the vehicle on foot.  Police engaged him in foot pursuit and made a quick apprehension.  A loaded firearm was found in the vehicle.  Francis is being held in Ohio as a fugitive from justice.  He is…

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FIGHTS AT TRUMBULL CARNIVAL LEAD TO JUVENILE ARRESTS AND WEAPON CHARGE

Trumbull CT-- On Friday, April 14, 2023, Trumbull police were notified of a fight at the Hillcrest Middle School carnival where one (1) teen pulled out a knife on another teen before leaving the area. The thirteen (13) year old male resident of Grasmere Avenue in Fairfield, was eventually located by police and arrested for his involvement in this altercation. Around 8:30 PM, Trumbull police were notified of a fight that occurred at the carnival, and officers were given a description of the youth who displayed a knife. A witness told officers that they observed two (2) individuals fighting when one (1) teen pulled out a knife on the other teen. The second teen backed off, and then both left…

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Westport Police to Participate in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day

(Westport, CT) – On Saturday, April 22, 2023, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, the Westport PoliceDepartment will again partner with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration for thetwenty-fourth National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The event will be held at the WestportCenter for Senior Activities located at 21 Imperial Avenue.According to a report published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration(SAMHSA), the majority of people who misused a prescription medication obtained the medicinefrom a family member or friend. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that lastyear, more than 93,000 people died of drug overdoses in the United States, marking the largestnumber of drug-related deaths ever recorded in a year.In the words of DEA Administrator Anne Milgram, “Take…

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CTDOT Reminds Drivers to Play a Role in Work Zone Safety

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is promoting National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) from April 17-21, 2023, highlighting this year's theme of “You play a role in work zone safety. Work with us.” NWZAW has been observed for more than 20 years and was launched as a public awareness campaign to help everyone understand how they play a role in keeping workers, motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists safe on the roads. “Every day, thousands of people drive through work zones across our state,” said Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. “We encourage drivers to work with us in allowing CTDOT crews, construction workers, and emergency responders to make it home safe to their families. Playing a role means slowing down your speed,…

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Milford News: Stalking/Violation for a Criminal Protective Order

#Milford CT-- On April 7, 2023, officers took a report for a domestic violence incident on Welton Street. The victim has a full no-contact protective order against Joseph Andrews. After an investigation, it was determined that Andrews was in violation of the order, along with numerous other crimes. He was located in Shelton and taken into custody. CHARGE(S): Violation for a Criminal Protective Order (3 Counts) Stalking 1st Degree Criminal Mischief 1st Degree Harassment 2nd Degree BOND: $250,000 This press release was made possible by: Visit Interstate's website at: https://ctbattery.com/

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Norwalk News: Man Shot

#Norwalk CT-- On April 14, 2023, at 11:48pm, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received multiple calls reporting shots fired in the area of 30 Day Street. Patrol Division Officers responded to the area and located a crime scene. A short time later Combined Dispatch received a call from Norwalk Hospital reporting a male who arrived at the hospital suffering from a gunshot wound. Norwalk Detectives are actively investigating this incident. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to contact Detective Sura at 203-854-3039. Anonymous tips can be left at any of the below contacts. Norwalk Police Tip Line: 203-854-3111 Anonymous Internet tips can be sent to the Norwalk Police website at: www.norwalkpd.com Anonymous text tips can be submitted…

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