John M. Fabrizi

John Michael Fabrizi (born December 25, 1956) is a former mayor of Bridgeport, Connecticut, succeeded by Bill Finch.

He was assistant director of Bridgeport's adult education program, and was also a teacher of fifth and sixth graders.

[2] Prior to admitting to drug use, the Federal Bureau of Investigation received a tip from Shawn Fardy, a Bridgeport Democratic Town Committee member, that he possessed a videotape of Fabrizi using cocaine.

[3] The information surfaced during an investigation into a drug ring led by Juan Marrero, a Bridgeport business owner.

[4] On May 9, 2007, Fabrizi announced he would not seek re-election, but served on the Democratic State Central Committee of Connecticut for the 2008-2010 term.