In December 2019, then Chief AJ Perez named Rebeca Garcia, a captain in charge of the police academy, assistant chief without a competitive process. Other
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Category: Law Enforcement
Bradley, Martinez Federal Fraud Trial Continued To February
As what usually happens when a new conviction comes close to a trial date, a continuance occurs so defendants can review the government’s findings. U.S.
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Another Plea In Courthouse Shooting
From U.S. Attorney’s Office: TYIESE WARREN, also known as “Loose Screw,” 21, of Bridgeport, pleaded guilty today before U.S. District Judge Kari A. Dooly in
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Fourth Gang Member Admits Role In Courthouse Shooting
From Connecticut U.S. Attorney’s Office: ASANTE GAINES, also known as “Santi,” 24, of Bridgeport, pleaded guilty yesterday before U.S. District Judge Janet Bond Arterton in
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Police Department Receives Accreditation
See related article here. News release from Mayor’s Office: Mayor Ganim joins Chief Garcia to acknowledge the achievement of Tier I Connecticut Police Officer Standards
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Despite The Media Hype, Bridgeport’s Homicide Rate Lower Than Hartford And New Haven
Frequenting Bridgeport bars delivers added value beyond adequate fluid ounces. They also feature spirited conversations revealing topics of the day. Last week a group of
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Guardians Get An Investigation, But Not The One They Want–City Announces Probe Of Racial Disparity In Police Department
Following calls for a federal investigation into racial inequality in the Police Department, city officials will initiate an “independent” probe for what a minority officer
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Councilman Castillo Ordered To Steer Clear Of Maintenance Chief
Arrested last month for physically threatening Public Facilities Director Craig Nadrizny at the Wonderland of Ice, City Councilman Alfredo Castillo has now been ordered by
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