2022-01-26@7:02am–#Bridgeport CT– According to witnesses a Jeep SUV was driving on Island Brook Avenue Extension when it left the roadway coming to rest at the Department of Motor Vehicles building. The SUV came very close to hitting to the gas meter but it was not struck. The driver fled the scene.
#Bridgeport – Mayor Joe Ganim announced today that he has provided a signed letter to the Personnel Director, Eric Amado, that will initiate an open and competitive civil service examination for the hiring of a Chief of Police for the City of Bridgeport for a five (5) year term appointment pursuant to Bridgeport City Charter.
Since no employment list currently exists for the position of Chief of Police, the Charter instructs the Personnel Director to administer an open and competitive exam and to certify the top (3) candidates to the Mayor within 150 days.
Personnel Director Eric Amado stated that he is “committed to administering an examination for Chief of Police that is transparent to the public, conducted in a professional manner, fair to all candidates, adheres to the Charter and all applicable law, has a nationwide reach, and yields the best candidate for the position.”
Next Steps
The Personnel Director will hire an expert recruitment and psychometric firm that will assist the Office of Civil Service administer the open and competitive examination.Together, the Personnel Director and expert firm will:Conduct meetings with community stakeholders, members of the City Council, and City staff to ensure that the job analysis and job description represents the qualifications, experience, and skills appropriate for service as a present-day urban police chief;Conduct a nationwide search that includes advertisement and recruitment throughout the United States;Design and administer a fair, open, and competitive examination to candidates that apply and meet the qualifications.Within one hundred fifty (150) days, the Personnel Director will certify the top three (3) names to the Mayor.The Mayor will announce a process involving public and stakeholder input that will aid him in vetting the top three (3) candidates.Within sixty (60) days of receipt of the top three (3) candidates, the Mayor will appoint one of them to be the Chief of Police and notify the Office of Civil Service, Board of Police Commissioners, and the public of said appointment.Upon appointment of a Chief of Police, the terms of his/her five (5) year appointment will be referred to the City Council for consideration and approval.
The Examination for Police Chief will be open to a nationwide search when the planning stages of the selection process have all been appropriately finalized. The City encourages all qualified candidates to apply.
Reference: Charter Provision Chapter 13 Section 4 attached.
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#Bridgeport CT– After receiving a number of tips from viewers I contact the police about a shooting that three of you said it was at the hospital. I know we would not have known about this unless viewers contacted me.
I contacted the police and this is what they said:
“This morning around 1048hrs, the ECOC was notified about a gunshot wound victim that arrived at Bridgeport Hospital. It’s unknown where the shooting took place. The arriving officer did notice a bullet hole was lodged into the operator side door. The car was towed and Bridgeport Police are investigating this incident”.
#Bridgeport CT– First, I would like to restate the city’s condolences to the family and friends of Lauren Smith-Fields, and to the many caring individuals who have reached out seeking answers for Lauren. I recognize that the family and the community is experiencing a lot of pain because of the loss of a young woman in addition to unanswered questions and concerns about the way the matter has been handled. First, sensitivity and care is of utmost importance when working with the family of a victim. There is no tolerance for anything less than respect and sensitivity for family members and their loss. To that end, this matter has been referred to the Office of Internal Affairs to conduct a full and fair investigation.Second, I share concerns echoed by many about the amount of time and manner a family is informed of a loss. Death notifications should be done in a manner that illustrates dignity for the deceased and respect and compassion for the family. Therefore, I will work with the Chief of Police to make appropriate changes here in Bridgeport now our department’s policies and practices regarding notifying family members of a death. I support and add my voice to the family, community, and elected officials who are calling for state legislation on this issue.Finally, I have contacted the State Medical Examiner to request assistance in expediting this matter so that the investigation can proceed and detectives may provide a comprehensive report to family and parents of Lauren Smith-Fields.I offer my support in bringing closure to the family during this terrible tragedy.
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2022-01-25@8:40PMish– #Fairfield CT– Police were called to ShopRite at 1975 Black Rock Turnpike for a customer harassing ShopRite employees. I had a three minute travel time and there were four police cars on scene. Police told me it was just a misunderstanding and there were no arrests.
2022-01-25@7:07pm–#Milford CT– #ctfire– Firefighters on Chevelle Place (off E. Rutland) for a structure fire. Sounds like the only occupant made it out of the home safely according to radio reports.
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Bridgeport CT– Person shot outside the 300 block of Shelton Street between Kossuth and East Main Street.
#Trumbull CT–JANUARY 25, 2022
With the help of several alert citizens, Trumbull police officers prevented a despondent man from his suicide attempt of jumping from an overpass onto the highway below. Early Sunday, January 23, 2022 at about 1:30 am, Trumbull Police received a report of a man standing on the ledge of the bridge on White Plains Road (Route 127) near Broadbridge Road, preparing to jump onto the Route 8 highway below. The twenty-one (21) year old man was very emotional and upset, but was speaking with several passing motorists who had stopped and were attempting to calm him down before emergency personnel arrived.
The man had climbed up the concrete wall and over top of the barrier fence where he was spotted by the concerned motorists as he was leaning over the edge of the bridge, which is approximately thirty (30) feet above the actively travelled highway below. At one point, the man turned and stepped off of the bridge’s ledge, but the citizens and officers quickly climbed onto the railing, and grabbed ahold of him, prevented his fall, and pulled him to safety. Officer Iucci and Officer Van Fleet then held the man and restrained him until EMS arrived.
The man remained distraught as officers spoke with him and tried to calm him down. Trumbull EMS eventually transported the man to Bridgeport Hospital for evaluation. No injuries were reported to any of the individuals involved.
The good Samaritans, along with Officers Van Fleet and Joseph Iucci, are all credited with saving the man by pulling him to safety. Trumbull Police are specifically crediting the quick actions of the passing motorists who stopped to assist this desperate man, and are planning to formally recognize them for their life-saving efforts.
If you are in emotional distress, in suicidal crisis, or if you believe that someone else is in danger of suicide, contact your local emergency services for immediate help. To contact the Trumbull Police Department call (203) 261-3665 and dial 911 for all emergencies. You can also contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at (800) 273-8255.
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Police UPDATE: On January 25, 2022 at about 2:10 P.M., there was a report of a two-car accident in the CVS / Burger King Parking lot on Pershing Drive. During the investigation, a separate altercation occurred where one male stabbed another male several times and a friend of the stabbing victim was cut on the hand during the incident. The stabbing happened in front of the officer investigating the motor vehicle accident and the suspect was immediately taken into custody.
The victim, a 21 year-old male from Meriden, was transported to a local hospital for multiple stab wounds to the upper body. He is listed in serious but stable condition.
The suspect, Matthew Romans age 22 of Ansonia, was charged with Assault First Degree, Assault Third Degree, and Criminal Mischief Third Degree. Romans was held on a $75,000.00 bond and will be arraigned at Derby Superior Court on January 26, 2022.
The investigation into the incident that led up to the stabbing is still under investigation and additional arrests are expected.
2022-01-25@2:22pm–#Ansonia CT– Report of a stabbing in the parking lot between CVS and Burger King at 24 Pershing Drive.
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2022-01-25@1:14pm–#Milford CT– #cttraffic– A one car rollover on I-95 southbound near exit 39B. Right and center lanes are now blocked by emergency vehicles.
