Stabbing
Bridgeport Police are investigating a stabbing on John Street. No additional details have been released at this time regarding the victim’s condition or if any arrests have been made. 2026-03-09@5:41pm
Norwalk Police Make Arrest Following Traffic Stop
On March 2, 2026, at 10:52 AM, Norwalk Patrol Officer Arvanitakis observed a Jeep Grand Cherokee traveling westbound on Westport Avenue displaying an improper printed temporary registration plate affixed to the rear of the vehicle. Officer Arvanitakis conducted a motor vehicle stop in the area of 315 Westport Avenue. During the stop, the operator of the vehicle, identified as Fredrick Jerome Pate, was found to be operating with a suspended driver’s license. Further investigation revealed that the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee was unregistered and uninsured. Officers conducted a search of the vehicle and recovered a 9mm magazine loaded with seven rounds from the rear passenger area. Officers also located a Taurus Arms G2C 9mm handgun in the trunk of the…
Another Merritt Crash
A crash with multiple injuries on the Merritt Parkway in Stratford, northbound near exit 37. Major delays reported, detour if you can. 2026-02-20@11:41pm--
Water Main Break Causes Sink Hole
A water main break reported at Abrams Street in Stratford. The caller said it was creating a sink hole so she put lawn chairs around it so no one drives through. 2026-02-20@8:33pm--
Water Main Break Triggers Multiple Fire Alarms
A water main break at Imperial and Baker is believed to have activated about a dozen water-flow alarms in the area around 6:45pm. Firefighters checked each location and confirmed they were false alarms caused by the pressure change.
Armed Robbery Causes School Shutdown
https://youtube.com/shorts/CrqMSvXZOZY Fairfield, CT — Fairfield Police have taken all suspects into custody following an early morning armed robbery and home invasion investigation that prompted a large police response and temporary shelter-in-place order in the Candlewood Road area. Officers responded just before 2:30 AM on Thursday, February 19, 2026 to reports of an armed robbery and possible home invasion. Police quickly secured the victims and initially detained one suspect, while another person of interest was later located in Hamden. Investigators then worked to locate two additional suspects believed to still be in the immediate area, leading to a significant police presence around Candlewood Road and Black Rock Turnpike and instructions for nearby residents to shelter in place and avoid the area.…
Food Truck Fire
Report of a food truck fire at Park Avenue and Eckhart Street in Fairfield. Firefighters were alerted to it by a passerby that saw smoke, and they forced entry and extinguished the fire.
Intersection Crash
https://youtube.com/shorts/eAH_sHCtlhI Report of a 2 car crash at the intersection of Park Ave and State Street in Bridgeport. One person was transported with significant injuries.
Stratford Launches National Search for Next Police Chief, Announces Community-Based Search Committee
January 29, 2026 – Stratford, Conn. – Mayor David Chess today announced the formation of a Police Chief Search Committee to lead a national search for Stratford’s next chief of police, a role that will oversee a 112‑sworn officer department and help guide the future of public safety and community policing in the town of more than 52,000 residents. “The Stratford Police Department has served this community for more than a century, and we are at a critical moment,” said Mayor Chess. “We need a chief who is respected by officers, trusted by residents, and committed to modern, community-centered policing. This committee brings together deep policing expertise, community voices, and faith and civic leadership to help us find that person.” Role…
Mayor Ganim Announces $75,000 grant award for the Greenhouse Impact Program
Mayor Ganim announced that the City of Bridgeport has been recognized as the 2nd Place winner in the 2026 Healthy and Sustainable Communities Grant Awards. The award, presented by The United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) in partnership with the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America (ABFHA), includes a $75,000 grant to begin a pilot program, The Greenhouse Impact. The Greenhouse Impact program will be Bridgeport’s first intergenerational learning experience that will cater to Lighthouse students and seniors from the East Side Senior Center, as they learn to maintain a community greenhouse. Participants will learn sustainable growing practices that strengthen the local food system and foster healthy eating habits. The program will also supplement and enhance learning for students who typically spend…