Bridgeport News: Person Shot

#Bridgeport CT-- On May 4, 2021 at approximately 12:02AM Bridgeport Police responded to the 500 block of Capitol Avenue on the report of a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds to his legs.  This incident occurred within the 500 block of Capitol Avenue, in a driveway parking area, as the victim was seated inside his parked car. The victim was transported by AMR Ambulance to an area hospital where he’s listed in stable condition.  It was confirmed the victim was shot twice, once in each leg.  2 male suspects, wearing all black clothing and masks, were last seen running down the driveway and into the street.  The victim has been identified as 18-year-old Alexander Rivera-Garcia of Bridgeport Connecticut. Bridgeport Police…

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Norwalk-Westport News: Man Jumps From Moving Train

2021-05-06@11:50am--#Norwalk CT--#Westport CT-- #mta-- A man has reportedly jumped from a moving train and is now unconscious according to radio reports. First responders had difficulty locating the individual but it sounds like they located his near the Avalon East Norwalk. This news report is made possible by: Click for coupons here: https://www.facebook.com/DoingItLocal/photos/a.273728507168/10158201932542169/

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Selfies And Your Covid Card

According to the Better Business Bureau, posting your vaccination card on social media can make you the victim of identity theft and it can help scammers create phony versions. Your card has your full name and birthday on it, as well as information about where you got your vaccine. If your social media privacy settings aren’t set high, you may be giving valuable information away for anyone to use. Posting photos of the cards helps provide scammers with information they can use to create phony cards. The BBB recommends the following actions to keep yourself safe: Share your vaccine sticker or use a profile frame on Facebook.Review your security settings on social media to double check whom your sharing your…

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Bridgeport News: Man Shot

On May 5, 2021 at approximately 12:27AM Bridgeport Police received a ShotSpotter activation within the 600 block of Trumbull Avenue.   Shortly thereafter the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center reported a male victim arriving at an area hospital with a gunshot wound to the face. The victim, a 16-year-old Bridgeport teen, was fortunate to have only suffered a minor grazing wound to her/his face.  The victim was treated and reunited with his/her mother at the hospital. Bridgeport Police Detective Elizabeth Santora has been assigned as the case officer.  Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact her at 203 581-5291 or utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS. This press release was made possible by:

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