New Details Released In Bridgeport Shootings That Injured 3: UPDATE

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Three people were shot and injured Wednesday night in Bridgeport, and two of those victims suffered critical injuries, according to Bridgeport police.

The shootings occurred at about 7:20 p.m., with one incident in the 40 block of Sheridan Avenue, and another incident in the 100 block of Clifford Street, said Bridgeport Public Information Officer Shawnna White. Police learned of the shootings through ShotSpotter activations, a system that alerts authorities when gunshots are detected in parts of the city.

In the Sheridan Avenue incident, 12 gunshots were detected.

"Responding patrol officers located a crime scene and two victims presented themselves at Bridgeport Hospital," White wrote in a statement. "Victim 1, age 26, and victim 2, age 18. Both victims are recovering from surgery and were previously listed in critical condition."

Members of the Crime Gun Intelligence Center are investigating the shooting, with Det. Leonard as the lead investigator.

At about the same time, another person, age 24, arrived at Bridgeport Hospital with a gunshot wound.

"It was determined that victim 3 was shot in a separate incident around Newfield Avenue and Clifford Street," White wrote. "Evidence was also recovered in that incident and being examined."

Det. Palatiello from the gun intelligence unit is the lead investigator of this shooting.

Anyone with information on either shooting is urged to call the Bridgeport Police tip line at 203-576-TIPS.

Bridgeport Police Chief Roderick Porter issued the following statement about the shootings:

“As many of you know, overall crime in Bridgeport is down. That includes a noticeable drop in shootings — and that’s due to the hard work of our officers, community partners, and residents who continue to step up and speak out.

"But despite that progress, last evenings two separate shooting incidents — where three people were injured — are a sobering reminder. Gun violence is still very real, and we cannot afford to let our guard down.

"We take every shooting seriously. Each one impacts a family, a neighborhood, and the larger sense of safety in our city. That’s why we’re staying aggressive in our response — through targeted enforcement, neighborhood patrols, and continued collaboration with community leaders.

"Let me be clear: Bridgeport is safer today than it was a year ago, and much safer than five years ago — but safer doesn’t mean safe enough. We still have work to do and we need the community with us. If you know something about these incidents, say something. Help us hold those responsible, accountable.

"We’re committed. We’re focused. And we’re not letting up. Thank you.”