Merritt Crash
Multi-car crash with injuries reported on the Merritt Parkway northbound between exits 42 and 44 according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2024-09-17@1:09pm--#Fairfield CT--#cttraffic
United Way of Connecticut 211 Expands 988 Chat/Text Service to Better Support Younger People in Crisis
September is National Suicide Prevention Month – an important time to raise awareness about 988, a dedicated line that connects Connecticut residents to the United Way of Connecticut 211 mental health crisis services team. ROCKY HILL (September 16, 2024) — When someone is in crisis, or worried about someone in crisis, 988 is the first stop. Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, local help is available by phone, and since February of this year, by chat and text. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) launched 988 nationwide on July 16, 2022, as a new, easy-to-remember Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. United Way of Connecticut 211 has provided the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline service (now the 988…
Bridgeport News: Motorcycle Crash
Report of a MVA vs. Motorcycle at the 600 block of North Ave. Three parties were involved in the accident. Two patients were transported to the hospital one was in critical but stable condition and the second had non-critical injuries. There are no further details at this time.
Crash!
Two people were injured in this crash involving a car and a motorcycle at North and French Street. 2024-09-16@7:44PM--#Bridgeport CT
Felon Arrested in Bridgeport Traffic Stop, Found with Stolen Firearm and Multiple Warrants
On September 13, 2024, officers conducted a motor vehicle stop at Howard Avenue and Fairfield Avenue for an equipment violation. During the investigation, it was discovered that the driver, Sasha Garcia, had an outstanding warrant from Montville, Connecticut. She was transported to the Police Department pending pick-up by Montville authorities. The front seat passenger, Tavon Holman, also had outstanding warrants from Montville and Bridgeport. Holman was found to be in possession of a stolen firearm, and further investigation revealed he is a convicted felon previously charged with stealing a firearm and having weapons in a motor vehicle. Tavon Holman was placed under arrest and charged with stealing a firearm, criminal possession of a pistol, carrying a pistol without a permit,…
Norwalk News: Motorcycle Crash Now Fatal
On September 14, 2024, at 5:38 PM, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a 911 call reporting a motorcycle collision with a vehicle on Winfield St. near the intersection of Pequot Dr. Norwalk Police, Norwalk Fire Department, and Norwalk Hospital Emergency Medical Service responded immediately and provided medical aid to the motorcycle operator, Dwight Clifford St. John of Norwalk. St. John was transported to Norwalk Hospital by ambulance, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The incident is still under active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer Christopher Wasilewski by phone at 203-854-3035 or via email. Anonymous tips can be shared through the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111, online through the Norwalk Police website, or by texting "NORWALKPD"…
GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES CONNECTICUT HOSTING EVENTS SEPTEMBER 22 TO 29 IN RECOGNITION OF SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCY WEEK
For the Full Schedule and To Enroll, Visit portal.ct.gov/sustainability (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut, through a collaboration between several state agencies, UConn, and other partners, will host a series of in-person, online, and hybrid events from September 22 to 29, 2024, in recognition of its first ever Sustainability and Resiliency Week. The initiative is designed to promote engagement, foster collaboration, and celebrate the progress and innovation being done in the state as the world faces increasingly complex environmental and social challenges. In recent years, Connecticut state government has been working to implement actions to make the state one of the most resilient in the country, such as taking steps to increase energy efficiency,…
Derby News: 10 person fight
One person was reportedly sent to the hospital after a 10 person fight occurred on Minerva Street according to unconfirmed radio reports.
Bridgeport News: Crash!
Report of a two car accident on the Stratford Ave. Bridge at 3:20 PM today. There were injuries reported but there is no report of anyone in critical condition at this time. Video credit: Frank Recchia
Fairfield News: Pedestrian Struck
Fairfield Police responded to a motor vehicle crash which occurred at the intersection of New England Avenue and Kings Hwy Cutoff, where a pedestrian was struck while crossing the road. The pedestrian was transported to an area hospital where they remain in critical but stable condition. Kings Hwy Cutoff remained closed during the investigation, but has since reopened. No official determination of fault has been made at this time. The crash is being investigated by our crash investigation unit.