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“Be careful when you are on your cell phone.” Bridgeport officials deliver safety message following pedestrian accidents

“Be careful when you are on your cell phone.”  Bridgeport officials deliver safety message following pedestrian accidents

Following a number of serious pedestrian accidents in Bridgeport, city officials are sending a safety message.

Bridgeport Police Chief Roderick Porter said, “Be careful when using your cell phone. If you text while walking, be careful when you arrive at intersections. »

Mayor Joe Ganim added to Porter’s message by saying pedestrian accidents can be avoided simply by being aware and careful.

Officials say there have been a total of 6 pedestrian accidents in the city so far in 2024.