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Fatal tractor-trailer crash likely caused by illegal street racing
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A fatal crash involving a tractor-trailer this morning in New Haven could be linked to illegal street racing, said police. At around 3:29 a.m., the New Haven Police Department arrived at the intersection of Foxon Blvd. and Middletown Ave. for reports of a two-vehicle collision. According to the police investigation, a 22-year-old […]
Fire breaks out at home in Monroe
MONROE, CT (WFSB) - A fire broke out at a home in Monroe Saturday afternoon. Officials say that at around 4:45 P.M., firefighters were called to William Henry Drive on reports of a possible house on fire from the side. Police and firefighters arrived quickly and the blaze was extinguished.
2 teens shot during large Bridgeport house party
One teenager is critically injured and another teenager is hospitalized after being shot during a house party in Bridgeport on Friday night. Dispatchers received reports of more than 20 rounds fired within the 300 block of Bunnell Street around 10:25 p.m. About 20 minutes later, there were ShotSpotter activations in the 100 block of Sixth Street, which is about two city blocks away from Bunnell Street.
Smash-Grab Burglary: Suspects Caught On Video After Darien Jewelry Store Incident
Four suspects are at large after an overnight burglary at a jewelry store in Fairfield County.It happened at about 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, in Darien at David Harvey Jewelers at 995 Post Rd. (Route 1).Upon arrival, officers discovered a smashed front door and scattered jewelry on the sidewal…
Thief uses sledge hammer to steal jewelry from Trumbull Mall: police
Police are investigating after a thief allegedly used a sledge hammer to steal jewelry from a display case at the Trumbull Mall on Thursday evening. Authorities received several calls about a smash and grab jewelry theft from Saba Jewelers at 5:30 p.m. A person dressed in dark clothing entered the...
Three-Vehicles Involved in Accident along Route 50 in Bridgeport and Results in Trio Taken to Hospital
According to WDTV, a three-vehicle accident temporarily shut down Route 50 in Bridgeport Friday afternoon. The accident occurred at the intersection of East Main Street, also known as Route 50, and Veteran’s Memorial Highway, also known as Route 76. Crews were called to the scene at approximately 2:30 p.m.
National Police Week Recognized with Proclamation, New Officer Sworn in at Bridgeport Council Meeting
During Monday’s busy Bridgeport City Council meeting there were a part of items involving law enforcement addressed by the city’s. governing body. Both of the issues fell under the awards and presentations portion of the meeting. Mayor Andy Lang took the floor to present a presentation for National...
Ceremony celebrates exemplary police work, honors former Monroe officers
MONROE, CT — Monroe police officers solved complex cases and responded to a wide variety of calls in 2022 and 2023, from arresting a woman selling fentanyl and a man calling in a bomb threat, to dealing with the paranormal and embarking on an investigation that led to the arrest of a murder suspect. Officers even helped deliver a baby during one call.
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