A
Bridgeport probationary officer has been put on administrative leave following the
discovery of her badge at the scene of a double homicide over the weekend.
The
incident took place at an illegal night club in the basement of 1023 Main
St.
Police
responded there
early Sunday morning after shots were fired. They discovered
38-year-old Charles Barnes, of Bloomfield, dead in the basement of the
location.
Officials
also discovered 40-year-old Charles Peters, of Stamford, who was suffering from
multiple gunshot wounds. The man was transported to St. Vincent's Hospital
where he later died.
Probationary
officer K. Edward was put on administrative leave after Bridgeport detectives
determined she was there.
The
homicide remains an active investigation. Police have not released the names of
any suspects involved.