Crime
27-year-old Steven Vega killed in Bridgeport shooting
UPDATE: Murder Suspect Wanted in Connection with the Fatal Shooting of Steven Vega.
Suspect Details:
- Name: Nelson Garcia
- Gender: Male
- Ethnicity: Hispanic
- Age: 47
- Date of Birth: August 13, 1977
- Height: 5’2″
- Weight: 150 lbs.
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Brown
- Last Known Address: 242 Lake Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut
Garcia is known to frequent the North End and West Side neighborhoods of Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Nelson Garcia is considered armed and dangerous. If spotted, do not approach him directly.
- Call 911 immediately with any information regarding his whereabouts.
- After contacting emergency services, please follow up with Detective Elizabeth Santora at 203-581-5291.
The public’s assistance is crucial in apprehending this suspect and ensuring the safety of the community. Do not attempt to engage or apprehend the suspect yourself.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
A tragic shooting on Saturday has claimed the life of a 27-year-old Bridgeport man, marking the city’s first homicide of the year, according to police.
The shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. in the 200 block of Lake Street, near the intersection of Reservoir Avenue and Polk Street.
Responding officers discovered Steven Vega, suffering from gunshot wounds to his torso and hand.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the altercation began inside a residence at 242 Lake Street and escalated outside, where the shooting took place.
Vega was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment but succumbed to his injuries on Sunday morning.
Authorities believe the incident was isolated and that Vega and the shooter were acquainted.
Bridgeport Police are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward. Detective Elizabeth Santora can be reached at 203-581-5291. Alternatively, tips can be submitted anonymously through the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS.
This incident is currently under active investigation as authorities work to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The Pooler Police Department is actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Triple B Trail near an Amazon fulfillment center.
According to a statement from an Amazon spokesperson, the shooting took place outside the facility and resulted in one person, identified as Keontae, being injured.
Tragically, Keontae was later pronounced dead.
Police have indicated that the incident appears to be isolated, with no further threat to the facility or the surrounding area.
Officers responded swiftly to the scene, securing the area and initiating an investigation. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the vicinity of the fulfillment center as it remains an active crime scene.
In their statement, Amazon confirmed their awareness of the incident and emphasized that there is no ongoing risk at the site. The company expressed its condolences to those affected and pledged full cooperation with law enforcement as the investigation continues.
Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to come forward to assist in their efforts to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Residents and visitors are advised to respect the active investigation by steering clear of the area.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more details become available. Authorities are working diligently to gather evidence and conduct interviews to ensure a thorough investigation.