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Man arrested for making threats on city bus in Bridgeport

Initial reports indicated that the suspect may have had a gun and was threatening another passenger. However, when officers arrived, they say the man had a knife but no firearm.

News 12 Staff

May 6, 2025, 10:53 AM

Updated 5 hr ago

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Police have arrested a man who allegedly made threats while riding a city bus in Bridgeport late Monday morning.
The incident happened around 11 a.m. near North Benson and Post Roads.
Initial reports indicated that the suspect may have had a gun and was threatening another passenger. However, when officers arrived, they say the man had a knife but no firearm.
He was taken into custody, but authorities have not yet released his identity or the charges he may face.