This is in response to your inquiry regarding the investigation of the death of Bridgeport resident, Lauren Smith-Fields.

Please know the City of Bridgeport and its Police Department offers its sincerest condolences to members of the Smith-Fields family. At this time, we cannot expound on specific information regarding this matter as there is an ongoing investigation relative to this incident. We would like to note that inaccurate information is being spread via several social media outlets. We encourage anyone with details or information to contact our tips line at (203) 576-8477.