Bridgeport Police Department on Lockdown Following Police Shooting

Bridgeport Police Department surrounded by barricades following Monday's police involved shooting. On April 2nd, 2025, barricades appeared around the Bridgeport Police Department located at 300 Congress Street. According to a source, this action is a direct response to a video circulating online that depicts a police involved shooting on Kossuth Street on the previous Monday. The video, while short, shows the visible security measures taken by the police department. A spokesperson for the Bridgeport Police Department was unavailable for comment at the time of this report. The incident highlights the ongoing concerns and tensions surrounding police conduct in the community. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing and further updates are expected.