4 Face Charges in Death of Man Struck in Head by Brick: Police

Bridgeport police have arrested three people on manslaughter charges and have an arrest warrant for a fourth in connection with a homicide in July, city officials said.

Anthony Martinez, 33, Mari Vargas, 41, and Christopher Fonseca, 28, all face first-degree manslaughter charges in the death of Edy Morales, 41.

Bridgeport police said they have an arrest warrant for a fourth suspect, identified as Jonathan Dejesus, 29. Dejesus is also facing a first-degree manslaughter charge.

On July 16, 2016, Morales was riding in a car on Jane Street when he was struck in the head by a brick thrown at the car. He died of his injuries at Bridgeport Hospital.

The three suspects in custody have each been issued a $250,000 bond.

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