Bridgeport, CT – Police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred on the evening of June 25, 2025, leaving three individuals injured and leading to a high-speed police pursuit and crash on Route 8.
At approximately 7:21 PM, a ShotSpotter activation alerted officers to 12 rounds fired near the 40–50 block of Sheridan Street. Responding officers located a crime scene, and shortly after, two male victims—ages 26 and 18—arrived at Bridgeport Hospital. Both underwent surgery and were previously listed in critical condition. The Crime Gun Intelligence Center (CGIC) processed the scene and interviewed witnesses. Detective Timothy Leonard is leading the investigation.
Around the same time, a third victim, a 24-year-old man, also arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound. Investigators determined he was shot in a separate incident near Newfield Avenue and Clifford Street. That victim is in stable condition. Evidence was recovered from that scene as well, and Detective Palatiello is handling that investigation. Detectives are working to determine if the two shootings are connected.
Following the Sheridan Street shooting, officers attempted to stop a vehicle matching the suspect description. The driver fled, initiating a pursuit that ended in a crash on Route 8. Three suspects were taken into custody, and narcotics were found in the vehicle.
Arrested:
Dylan Durkin, 23, of Milford
Charges: Possession with intent to sell narcotics, possession of ½ oz cocaine with intent, interfering with police, resisting arrest.
Bond: $35,000
Damien Hazel, 26, of Bridgeport
Charges: Engaging police in pursuit, interfering, resisting, reckless driving, possession of ½ oz cocaine with intent, 1st degree reckless endangerment, evading with injury, failure to insure vehicle, possession with intent to sell narcotics.
Bond: $81,000
Nicolas Vega, 25, of Ansonia
Charges: Possession with intent to sell narcotics, possession of ½ oz cocaine with intent, interfering, resisting arrest.
Bond: $35,000
Police Chief Porter addressed the incidents, stating:
“While crime is down in Bridgeport, including shootings, these two incidents are a reminder that gun violence is still a threat. We are staying aggressive in our response and urge the community to come forward with any information.”
Anyone with information is urged to call the Bridgeport Police tip line at 203-576-TIPS.
Route 8 by Exit 2A Northbound has a crash that goes across all lanes except for the left lane. First responders are on scene. Unfortunately no better image is available.
Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes! The Stratford Library Children’s Department offers summer storytimes for children.
Storytimes meet at 10:30 AM:
Mondays: Music Time (ages 0–2)
Tuesdays: Preschool Storytime (ages 3–5)
Thursdays: Baby Lapsit on June 26, July 24, and August 14 (ages 0–18 months)
Storytimes run through July 29 and are held in the Children’s Program Room. Registration is required. Visit stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events.
Children’s Craft Table
Weekly summer crafts with teen volunteers. Open Monday–Thursday: 10 AM–12 PM & 2 PM–6:30 PM Fridays: 10 AM–12 PM While supplies last. Volunteer availability permitting.
July Events
July 1 – Summer Art: Floral Arranging | 4:00 PM Ages 7–12. Create a red, white, and blue floral arrangement to take home. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 2 – Sport Stacking | 11:00 AM Ages 6–12. Learn Speed Stacks cup challenges with Glen Costello. Location: Lovell Room | Courtesy of the Vicki Soto Memorial Fund Registration required
July 3 – Young Reader’s Book Club: Saving Winslow begins Book pickup starts July 3; Discussion on August 7 at 6:00 PM Grades 2–5 | Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 3 – Preschool Playtime: Sunny Days | 4:00 PM Ages 3–6. Preschool STEAM activities about “sunny days.” Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 5 & 18 – Book Scientists Kits Ages 5–12. Themes: Red, White & Blue (7/5), Games (7/18). Includes books + activities. Keep supplies, return library books. Registration required
July 7 – Pretzel Tasting | 4:00–5:30 PM All ages. Vote for your favorite pretzels! While supplies last. No registration required | Food allergens will be present
July 8 – LEGO Derby | 4:00 PM Ages 5–9. Build LEGO race cars and compete! Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 9 – Christine’s Critters Animal Show | 2:00 PM All ages. Live birds of prey and reptiles! Location: Lovell Room | Courtesy of the Vicki Soto Memorial Fund Registration required
July 10 – Perler Beads: Fandoms | 4:00 PM Ages 7–12. Make a fandom-themed craft to take home. Registration required
July 11 – Alphabet Parade Grab ‘n’ Go (Letter C) Ages 18 months–5 years. Also offered July 25 (Letter D) | Registration required
July 11 – Language Café: French | 3:00 PM Ages 6–12. Beginner French games and snacks. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 12 – Preschool Art | 11:00 AM Ages 3–7. Explore art in the Children’s Program Room. Registration required
July 14 – Level Up Your Backgammon Game | 11:30 AM Ages 8–12. Learn to play this classic board game. Grownups welcome | Registration required
July 15 – Piano with Friends | 4:00 PM Ages 7–12. Intro to music and keyboards. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 16 – Alphabet Fun | 11:00 AM Ages 3–5. Fun alphabet games and activities. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 16 – Japanese Folktales & Origami | 4:00 PM Ages 5+. Learn origami and stories with guest Mokoto. Location: Lovell Room | Sponsored by Vicki Soto Memorial Fund Registration required
July 17 – Kindness Club | 4:00 PM Ages 6–11. Projects with community benefit. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 18 – Kids Podcasting Club | 3:00 PM Ages 7–13 with parent/guardian. Record stories, reviews, and more. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 19 – Saturday Storytime: Fireflies | 10:30 AM Ages 3–6. Stories, songs, and a craft about fireflies. Registration required
July 19 – Beaded Bracelets | 2:30 PM Ages 7–Adult. Make bracelets with beads and string. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 21 – Dog Man Party | 4:00 PM Ages 6–10. Celebrate Dog Man with games, snacks, and fun. Registration required
July 22 or 29 – Summer Art: Tiny Art | 6:00 PM Ages 7–12. Paint tiny canvases for display and take-home. Choose only one session | Registration required
July 23 – Jay Reidy Magic Show | 2:00 PM Ages 5–12. Family-friendly magic fun! Location: Lovell Room | Registration required
July 24 – Puzzle Frenzy | 6:00 PM Ages 7–12. Race to solve puzzles, then make your own! Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 25 – Christmas in July | 3:00 PM Ages 6–12. Crafts, treats, and games with a holiday twist. Registration required
July 26 – Kids Lightsaber Training | 11:00 AM Ages 5–12. Train with Jedi Masters from Saber Guild. Foam/cardboard only props | Location: Lovell Room Registration required
July 28 – Kids Karate | 12:00 PM Ages 5–12. Learn basic moves with instructor Sam Diaz. Location: Lovell Room | Registration required
July 28 – LEGO Club | 4:00 PM Ages 5–12. Build with LEGOs provided by the Library. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
July 30 – Indoor Recess | 1:00 PM Ages 5–10. Play school games and show your spirit! Location: Lovell Room | Registration required
July 30 – Crocheting | 6:00 PM Ages 9–Adult. Beginners welcome, supplies provided. Location: Children’s Program Room | Registration required
Stratford, CT – The Stratford Police Department has arrested a local man in connection with a series of sexual extortion cases involving multiple victims, including a juvenile. Over the course of three days in May 2025, three adult women came forward reporting that a male suspect had threatened to release sexually explicit images of them online unless they sent additional intimate photos.
As detectives investigated the claims, they identified the same suspect in all three cases. A fourth victim, a juvenile female, was also identified and confirmed the same individual had targeted her in a similar manner. The suspect, identified as Mikel Reyes, was charged on June 25, 2025, following the execution of an arrest warrant.
Reyes was charged with three counts of Criminal Attempt at Larceny in the First Degree by extortion, Risk of Injury to a Minor, and Disseminating an Intimate Image. He was released after posting a $150,000 court-set bond and is scheduled to appear in court on July 2, 2025.
Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Detective Jay Delauri at 203-385-4172.
There were no reported injuries in a fire on Tryon Road in Norwalk today. Firefighters had delays with the electrical lines arcing and falling on the fire ground. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire.
