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2 days ago
- Entertainment
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The ‘O' by Oliverio's hosts Paint the Night Blue Gala
BRIDGEPORT, (WBOY) — The 'O' by Oliverio's hosted an evening of elegance, entertainment and gratitude Saturday night at the Paint the Night Blue Gala. Organized in honor of law enforcement heroes, the event provided a lively and meaningful night that supports the ongoing mission of the Hotsinpiller Foundation, which provides resources and recognition for first responders across West Virginia and beyond. The event featured live music, dancing, food, and most importantly the chance to give back to a cause that uplifts those who serve and protect. Swords, stories and more at Morgantown StoryFest 'Not only are we still doing the scholarships, but we are able to provide assistance to law enforcement officers in times of need as well as agencies around the state. And we've also expanded our borders throughout the country and donated to officers in their time of need,' the President of the Hotsinpiller Foundation Dustin Hotsinpiller said. 'My father passed away in December of 2001, he had been with the Bridgeport Police Department for 27 years, and we had always talked about, when he passed away about starting a scholarship foundation,' Hotsinpiller continued. 'It really came to fruition when my brother was killed in the line of duty February 16, 2011. At that point and time, we knew we had to do something.' The Hotsinpiller Foundation began as a scholarship fund, but over time, the family recognized a growing need within the community. In response, they expanded their mission, shaping it into the comprehensive foundation it is today. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
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Bridgeport police sergeant fired following discipline hearing
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — A Bridgeport police sergeant was terminated following a discipline hearing this week, police say. On Wednesday, department leaders said Sergeant Marlon Campo's employment with the Bridgeport Police Department was terminated effective immediately. Connecticut Office of Inspector General releases video of Bridgeport police officer shooting man They said it was a result of a discipline hearing on Tuesday, June 3. Police did not elaborate on the reason, explaining its an ongoing personnel matter. 'The Bridgeport Police Department takes all acts of misconduct seriously and whenever there are sustained charges, appropriate action is taken immediately. Public trust and confidence are dependent upon such actions by the Department,' officials said. An Instagram post from Bridgeport police in 2024 referred to Campo as the contact for anyone interested in joining the Citizens Academy. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
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CT fugitive apprehended in Bridgeport last week charged in two stabbings
A man wanted as a fugitive in multiple states who was arrested last week has been charged in two stabbings in Bridgeport. Nicholas Allwood, 27, was charged Monday with attempted murder and two counts each of first-degree assault and carrying a dangerous weapon, according to the Bridgeport Police Department. Police said Allwood has been accused of stabbing the same man twice. The first incident was reported at the intersection of Iranistan Avenue and State Street on Feb. 10. The second was reported last Wednesday on Hanover Street about two hours before Allwood was apprehended. The victim, a Bridgeport resident, suffered serious injuries during both attacks, police said, declining to release the motive for the alleged assaults. According to police, Allwood calls himself 'Hot Head' and used an alias when he was shot on Gregory Street on Easter morning. He was identified with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service. Authorities found that he had multiple warrants out for his arrest and conducted a two-hour manhunt for him, which led authorities to a home on Gregory Street where they saw a woman who was allegedly being held captive run from the home. Police said Allwood was armed with a knife as he chased the woman, who was not injured. Authorities were preparing to enter the home in search of Allwood and said they were not aware that he had a woman hostage. Police were able to wrestle away the knife from Allwood, who has been in custody since. He was arrested on charges of first-degree kidnapping, second-degree assault, carrying a dangerous weapon, first-degree unlawful restraint, second-degree threatening, assault on a public safety officer and possession of narcotics with intent to sell. Allwood has several extraditable felony warrants from numerous states, including one charging him with attempted murder out of New York, according to police. He also has a federal warrant issued by the U.S. Marshals Service charging him with felon in possession of a weapon and is wanted by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency's New York Field Office Allwood was also charged with four counts of being a fugitive from justice, police said.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
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Treasurer Pack brings unclaimed property check to Bridgeport Police Department
BRIDGEPORT, (WBOY) — West Virginia Treasurer Larry Pack stopped in Harrison County on Thursday, where he delivered an unclaimed property check to the Bridgeport Police Department worth $10,812. According to Pack, one of the sections of unclaimed property includes gun auctions that are held by the State Treasurer's Office to help local police departments. 'Basically, get rid of the guns that they have. Sell the guns at auction, so they can get the money back to be able to use for their budget,' said Pack. 'So we go through a real long process with the local police departments after the crime's been adjudicated, after all the case and everything is done.' Pack stated that this process includes checking serial numbers, as well as ensuring that the guns work and that no modifications have been made. There are two on-site auctions that are held each year in Charleston, where federal gun dealers are able to come in and purchase the firearms. According to Pack, the State Treasurer's Office recently began implementing online auctions to expand its reach. 'With the advantage of online auctions is the gun dealers are from a larger part of the country,' he added. 'They don't have to have the [expenses] to come in, so it's all about returning money back to local police departments.' WVDOT website updated with maintenance project info Pack told 12 News that this year, his office is returning about $500,000 to police departments all across the state. The money that was presented to the Bridgeport Police Department on Thursday is from a state auction held on March 27. The March gun auction raised more than $132,000, which was divided up among 18 law enforcement agencies across the state. 'They need the money, their budgets our always stretched,' Pack added. 'So it's a really good thing that we can help them with and we're blessed to be able to do it, and anything we can do to help our local police departments is a good day.' Packed also said that the State Treasurer's Office currently has about $400 million in unclaimed property for the state of West Virginia. This unclaimed property includes funds that belong to businesses, non-profits, and individuals. 'It may be an old savings account you forgot about,' said Pack. 'It's also coupons, it's gift cards, it's insurance policies, it's refunds from hospitals. The money comes to us from a lot of different ways–our job is to find the rightful owners.' This year, Pack stated that his office has already returned about $40 million to West Virginians around the state. He said that even if you think you don't have any, it's important to check the State Treasurer's Office Unclaimed Property website, because he and his wife recently received about $300 from various places due to being CPAs (Certified Public Accountants). Once you go to the website, Pack stated that you can enter your name and home address. After doing that, the State Treasurer's Office will review your form and send something back to you via mail to let you know whether or not you have unclaimed property in the state of West Virginia. 'Just a lot of different ways money can come to you. We wanna get it back to the rightful owners,' Pack added. 'It's a program we worked really really hard on and love to be able to get more folks to do it.' There's no statute of limitation on unclaimed property, according to Pack, so the money just remains in the State Treasurer's Office if it never gets claimed. 'If there's something out there 100 years ago that your great-grandma had…if you can prove ownership, we'll give it to you,' he added. 'It's always good to be in Harrison County, it's great to be able to help Bridgeport Police Department,' Pack said. He also encouraged people to check the WV Treasurer's website for any additional information and resources. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
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Police: Fire hydrant violation in Bridgeport leads to discovery of firearm, cocaine and cash
A parking violation in front of a fire hydrant last week in Bridgeport led to police finding a firearm, cocaine and nearly $2,000 as three people inside the vehicle were arrested and accused of operating a drug factory. Patrol officers last Friday were in the area of Washington Avenue near Center Street when they spotted a silver Chevrolet Malibu parked in front of a hydrant at the intersection and found that the vehicle's registration was suspended because of a compliance issue involving insurance, according to Sgt. Mario Pecirep of the Bridgeport Police Department. Pecirep said the driver, identified as 31-year-old Christopher Cintron, was not able to provide police with a valid registration or proof of insurance. During the stop, an additional officer at the scene alleged that a passenger in the rear of the vehicle, later identified as 25-year-old Torrance McClain, was adjusting what appeared to be an L-shaped object in his waistband area, according to Pecirep. McClain was asked to step out of the car and, as he did, allegedly adjusted his waistband once again, Pecirep said. He stood up and sat back down, leading officers to suspect he was trying to conceal a gun. Police patted McClain down and found that he had a firearm, Pecirep said. Investigators discovered he did not have a valid pistol permit. Officers searched the car before it was towed away and reported finding 38.5 grams of cocaine, 624 grams of marijuana, a digital scale, a cell phone, packaging material and $1,908, according to Pecirep. Cintron, McClain and another occupant, 30-year-old Jaqwan Brooks, were arrested and each charged with possession of narcotics with intent to sell and operation of a drug factory. Brooks' bond was set at $35,000. Cintron was additionally charged with operating an unregistered motor vehicle, operating a motor vehicle with insufficient insurance and improper parking in front of a hydrant. His bail was set at $35,000. McClain was also charged with carrying a pistol without a permit and illegal sale or purchase of a large-capacity magazine. His bond was set at $45,000.
