Structure Fire
Ansonia Firefighters in the 100 block of Howard Avenue for a structure fire. The fire is now reported out and everyone made it out safely. 2024-09-09@7:03pm--#Ansonia CT-- #ctfire
AI-Powered ‘Grandma’ Scams on the Rise, Experts Warn
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3pD4TSJNSg Scammers are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to replicate the voices of grandchildren in order to trick grandparents into handing over large sums of money. These scams, known as "grandma scams," have become more sophisticated and convincing with the help of AI technology. In a recent incident reported by ABC News, an 89-year-old woman named Shirley was targeted by scammers who used AI to create a voice that sounded exactly like her grandson's. The scammers told Shirley that her grandson had been involved in a car accident and needed money to avoid being arrested. Shirley believed the scam and handed over $9,000 in cash. Experts warn that these types of scams are becoming more common and difficult to detect.…
Norwalk News: Oyster Festival Ends In Stabbing
On September 6, 2024, at Norwalk Police Officers observed a disturbance on the grounds of the Oyster Festival in the area of Fort Point Street and Seaview Avenue. Shortly thereafter, it was discovered that two juveniles had sustained stab wounds. Officers immediately summoned emergency medical services, who rendered aid to the two juveniles and transported them to the Norwalk Hospital. A male juvenile was arrested at the scene. The male was charged with one count of assault in the first degree and one count of assault in the second degree. The suspect was ordered held at the Juvenile Detention Center in Bridgeport while awaiting arraignment. The investigation revealed that this was not a random incident as the suspect and the…
Crash Closes Merritt Parkway
A four-car crash has shutdown the Merritt Parkway southbound near exit 55. 2024-09-09@10:09pm--#Milford CT-- #cttraffic
Stratford News: Two Stabbed
Report of 2 people stabbed, with one being stabbed in the face at 475 Wilcoxson Avenue in Stratford. At this time the suspect is still at large.
Fairfield News: House Fire
Report of heavy black smoke and fire coming from the back of a home on Pease Ave in Southport. Firefighters were able to knock down the fire which extended through the attic, and there are no reported injuries at this time. The Fire Marshal has been called to the scene to investigate the cause of the fire. https://youtu.be/Zw_8U8mRR-k
Bridgeport News: Shots Fired
Police are on the lookout for a black Dodge Charger for discharging a firearm in the area of Andover Street in Bridgeport. The Charger was last seen on I-95 getting off of exit 29. This is all according to unconfirmed state police radio reports, and there is no further information at this time.
Bridgeport News: Double Header Stabbing
ASSAULT DANGEROUS WEAPON 200 BLOCK OF GRANT ST. At 11:33 am Bridgeport ECC received a call of an assault with a dangerous weapon in the 200 block of Grant Street. The male victim was stabbed in the upper area and is in critical condition. There is no more information at this time. ASSAULT DANGEROUS WEAPON/ ROBBERY BROOKS / SPRING At 2:26pm Bridgeport ECC received a call from Bridgeport Hospital Security reporting a male victim arrived at the Emergency Department with a laceration to the arm.The victim states that this incident occurred at a robbery at Brooks and Spring last night. This is an active investigation.
Stratford News: Rollover Crash!
Report of a rollover crash at Main Street Putney in Stratford.One of the parties involved was held at gunpoint by police according to unconfirmed radio reports. There is no further information at this time.
Major Drug Bust at Stratford Smoke Shop: Four Arrested
https://youtu.be/X9dbTO_ggzw The Stratford Police Department's Narcotics, Vice, and Intelligence Unit recently investigated activities at Cream Smoke Shop, located at 955 Ferry Boulevard, Stratford, CT. It has been confirmed that Cream Smoke Shop does not have a state license to sell or distribute cannabis or THC products. The investigation began after receiving reports that underage individuals were buying cannabis and THC products from the shop. As part of the investigation, undercover officers conducted four controlled purchases of these substances, leading to the execution of a search warrant on September 5, 2024. During the search, authorities seized about 60 pounds of illegal cannabis and THC products, along with approximately $7,000 in cash. The Department of Consumer Protection, the Department of Mental Health…