Shots Fired Investigation and Arrest

On January 15, 2026, at 1:12 PM, Norwalk Patrol Officers began investigating a report of a shotsfired inside of an apartment on East Wall Street.Patrol officers spoke with the complainant, who reported that Christopher Bromfield had dischargeda firearm inside the apartment during the overnight hours. The investigation revealed that Bromfieldfired the weapon while the complainant and a one-year-old child were present inside the apartment,in a separate bedroom.Members of Norwalk Police Department Emergency Services Unit Tactical Response Teamresponded to the apartment complex. Bromfield was located exiting the parking lot in his vehicleand was taken into custody without incident. Officers recovered a .45 caliber semi-automatichandgun from Bromfield’s possession, along with 37 rounds of ammunition located inside hisvehicle.Norwalk Police Detectives subsequently applied for…

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Two Arrested, Loaded Firearms and Crack Cocaine Seized in Bridgeport Traffic Stop

The Bridgeport Police Departments Narcotics and Vice Unit, along with the Patrol Division conduct motor vehicle stop on January 12, 2026, at approximately 19:05 hours, leading to Firearm Seizure and Narcotics Arrest.   Bridgeport Tactical Narcotics Unit, along with the Patrol Division announce the successful arrest and seizure of Donovan Green of Bridgeport and Dante Archibald of Bridgeport, resulting from a motor vehicle stop in the area of Shelton St. and Park St.   During the stop, Members of the Narcotics Division seized (2) loaded firearms and 1.7 grams of crack cocaine.  The following items were recovered during Donovan Green’s arrest:  ·                     (1) Glock 43X 9mm firearm   The following items were recovered during Dante Archibald’s arrest:  ·                     (1) Ruger .380 LCP firearm   ·                     1.7 grams of crack cocaine   Donovan Green was charged with the following:  ·                     C.G.S. 29-35(a)(1) Carrying a Pistol w/o Permit  ·                     C.G.S. 29-36K Illegal Transfer…

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Bridgeport Man Arrested for Vandalizing Hanukkah Menorah at Park Avenue Synagogue

The Bridgeport Police have arrested a city man for vandalizing a Hanukkah menorah at a Park Ave. synagogue last month. Austin Smalls, 29, of Bridgeport, turned himself in on Tuesday night at police headquarters. There was a warrant for his arrest. Smalls is charged with Criminal Mischief in the Third Degree and Disorderly Conduct. He was processed and released on a promise to appear in court.  He was ordered by the judge who signed the warrant to stay away from the synagogue. Surveillance video from Congregation B'nai Isreal on Park Ave. shows Smalls arriving there in a vehicle registered to him at approximately 3:00 a.m. on December 24th, 2025. He then rocks the menorah back and forth numerous times until…

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Bus Crash!

https://youtube.com/shorts/Zsg39U1U6Lo Report of a motor vehicle accident involving a school bus at the intersection of East Main and Arctic Street. 13 individuals have been transported to a local hospital with unknown injuries.

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Connecticut and Bridgeport Activate Severe Cold Weather Protocols as Arctic Air Moves In

Governor Ned Lamont has activated Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol in response to a blast of arctic air expected to impact the state, bringing dangerously low temperatures and wind chills that could be life-threatening. The statewide protocol goes into effect Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. and will remain active until noon on Friday, January 16, 2026. Forecasts call for overnight low temperatures in the low to mid-teens, with wind chills ranging from 0°F to 10°F and gusty northwest winds. The purpose of the protocol is to protect vulnerable populations from prolonged exposure to extreme cold. While active, state agencies and municipalities coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 and Connecticut’s shelter network to ensure anyone in need can access shelter,…

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Hit-and-Run on South Avenue Leaves One Pedestrian Dead, Another Seriously Injured

On January 09, 2026, at approximately 0105 hours, Patrol Officers responded to the 1400 block of South Avenue, on report of two pedestrians having been struck by a motor vehicle. Upon arrival, Patrol Officers rendered first aid to the two pedestrians until the Fire Department and EMS arrived on-scene. The striking motor vehicle had fled the scene. The subsequent investigation led Patrol Officers to 95 Parrott Avenue, Bridgeport, Ct., where they located a black Chevy truck with heavy front-end damage. Kevin O’neill (07-11-1969) identified himself to Patrol Officers as the owner of the black Chevy truck and the operator at the time of the MVA on South Avenue. Kevin O’neill was transported to the Stratford Police Department and charged with…

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Firefighters Called to Barnum School

There was an initial call of a potential fire at Barnum School, 495 Waterview Ave in Bridgeport. Firefighters arrived on scene, and found no sign of smoke or fire. We’re a two-person independent local news team, if you like what we do, you can support us by:Buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/doingitlocalBecome a Facebook Subscriber: https://www.facebook.com/DoingItLocal/subscribe/Support us on Patreon at https://patreon.com/doingitlocalDirectly donate via https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=N56AVL6EUFP6NHelp us continue to deliver breaking local news, while gaining access to special supporter-only behind-the-scenes content.

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Business Structure Fire

https://youtube.com/shorts/_5fPpqnl9xE Milford firefighters are battling a fire at 230 Woodmont Road, which is home to a number of businesses. The fire was mainly in the attic area. 2026-01-13@9:44pm-- #Milford CT #ctfire We’re a two-person independent local news team, if you like what we do, you can support us by:Buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/doingitlocalBecome a Facebook Subscriber: https://www.facebook.com/DoingItLocal/subscribe/Support us on Patreon at https://patreon.com/doingitlocalDirectly donate via https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=N56AVL6EUFP6NHelp us continue to deliver breaking local news, while gaining access to special supporter-only behind-the-scenes content.

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