Wrong-way drunk driver crashes, flees officers in South Shore
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office says a wrong-way drunken driver was arrested after he crashed his car and attempted to run from officers early Monday, October 7th.Deputies were dispatched to locate a wrong-way driver just after 2 a.m. Monday.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office says a wrong-way drunken driver was arrested after he crashed his car and attempted to run from officers early Monday, October 7th.Deputies were dispatched to locate a wrong-way driver just after 2 a.m. Monday.
Franklin man arrested for allegedly driving drunk with kids in car
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee County Sheriff's Deputy arrested 50-year-old Eric Thome of Franklin on Sunday, September 29th for allegedly driving drunk.The deputy stopped Thome's vehicle traveling on southbound I-94 near the Airport Spur around 6:45 p.m. on Sunday after observing it swerve all over the freeway.Officials say Thome was driving with two children in the car -- ages 10 and 13.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A Milwaukee County Sheriff's Deputy arrested 50-year-old Eric Thome of Franklin on Sunday, September 29th for allegedly driving drunk.The deputy stopped Thome's vehicle traveling on southbound I-94 near the Airport Spur around 6:45 p.m. on Sunday after observing it swerve all over the freeway.Officials say Thome was driving with two children in the car -- ages 10 and 13.
10 drunken drivers arrested during weekend "Drive Sober" patrols
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- At the start of this year, Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke ordered an aggressive weekend Driving Under the Influence (DUI) initiative to rid the Milwaukee County freeway system of drunken drivers.This weekend’s initiative from Friday at 4:00 p.m. through Sunday at 6:00 a.m. resulted in the arrest of 10 drunken drivers.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- At the start of this year, Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke ordered an aggressive weekend Driving Under the Influence (DUI) initiative to rid the Milwaukee County freeway system of drunken drivers.This weekend’s initiative from Friday at 4:00 p.m. through Sunday at 6:00 a.m. resulted in the arrest of 10 drunken drivers.
Sheriff Clarke assists in arrest of 3 after crack cocaine found in car
Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke and a deputy on Wednesday, September 4th were involved in the arrest of three individuals after crack cocaine was found in their vehicle.Sheriff Clarke had just finished an appearance at a Milwaukee school when a bicyclist flagged down his squad and informed Deputy Jones and Sheriff Clarke that the occupants of a vehicle had tried to run him off the road and threw a bottle at his head.He pointed out the vehicle.The Sheriff and deputy pulled the car over in the 100 block of E.
Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke and a deputy on Wednesday, September 4th were involved in the arrest of three individuals after crack cocaine was found in their vehicle.Sheriff Clarke had just finished an appearance at a Milwaukee school when a bicyclist flagged down his squad and informed Deputy Jones and Sheriff Clarke that the occupants of a vehicle had tried to run him off the road and threw a bottle at his head.He pointed out the vehicle.The Sheriff and deputy pulled the car over in the 100 block of E.
Sheriff's officials arrest fourth wrong-way driver in less than one week
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's officials have arrested another wrong-way drunk driver.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's officials have arrested another wrong-way drunk driver.
Patrick Coffey charged, accused of driving wrong way on I-94/43
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- 69-year-old Patrick Coffey was criminally charged on Monday, August 19th with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated -- third offense, operating with prohibited alcohol concentration -- third offense, and second-degree recklessly endangering safety.According to the criminal complaint, a deputy was informed that a wrong-way driver was travelling southbound in the northbound lanes of I-43 near Oklahoma Ave. "The only description of the vehicle given was that the vehicle was a silver SUV that had struck a traffic sign near Holt Ave.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- 69-year-old Patrick Coffey was criminally charged on Monday, August 19th with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated -- third offense, operating with prohibited alcohol concentration -- third offense, and second-degree recklessly endangering safety.According to the criminal complaint, a deputy was informed that a wrong-way driver was travelling southbound in the northbound lanes of I-43 near Oklahoma Ave. "The only description of the vehicle given was that the vehicle was a silver SUV that had struck a traffic sign near Holt Ave.
MSOE Dean of Students arrested for driving wrong way on I-94
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine County Sheriff's deputies arrested 69-year-old Patrick Coffey of New Berlin late Thursday night, August 15th for driving southbound in the northbound lanes of I-94.
RACINE (WITI) -- Racine County Sheriff's deputies arrested 69-year-old Patrick Coffey of New Berlin late Thursday night, August 15th for driving southbound in the northbound lanes of I-94.
Pursuit of armed robbery suspect causes backups near Zoo Int.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's officials say the pursuit of an armed robbery suspect caused some traffic backups near the Zoo Interchange during rush hour on Wednesday, July 31st.Sheriff's officials say around 5:00 p.m., the suspect vehicle, a 1996 white Dodge caravan sideswiped a semi on the freeway, after which the suspect got out of the vehicle and took off on foot.The suspect is believed to have been responsible for a robbery at the Tri-City bank, located inside Pick 'n Save on W.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's officials say the pursuit of an armed robbery suspect caused some traffic backups near the Zoo Interchange during rush hour on Wednesday, July 31st.Sheriff's officials say around 5:00 p.m., the suspect vehicle, a 1996 white Dodge caravan sideswiped a semi on the freeway, after which the suspect got out of the vehicle and took off on foot.The suspect is believed to have been responsible for a robbery at the Tri-City bank, located inside Pick 'n Save on W.
One driver arrested for DUI after crash, another after driving wrong way
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- At the start of this year, Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke ordered an aggressive weekend Driving Under the Influence (DUI) initiative to rid the Milwaukee County freeway system of drunken drivers.This weekend’s initiative from Friday, July 26th at 4:00 p.m. through Sunday, July 28th at 6:00 a.m. resulted in the arrest of seven drunken drivers.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- At the start of this year, Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke ordered an aggressive weekend Driving Under the Influence (DUI) initiative to rid the Milwaukee County freeway system of drunken drivers.This weekend’s initiative from Friday, July 26th at 4:00 p.m. through Sunday, July 28th at 6:00 a.m. resulted in the arrest of seven drunken drivers.
Three injured in one-vehicle rollover crash on Highway 45
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's deputies on Friday night, July 26th responded to a rollover crash on Highway 45 near Burleigh.Sheriff's officials say the car did a complete rollover, landing on its wheels on the freeway before ending up on the Burleigh Street off-ramp.The off-ramp was shut down for 30 minutes.One adult was taken to the hospital with a broken finger and a laceration, while two children inside the vehicle were taken to Children's Hospital with lacerations.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's deputies on Friday night, July 26th responded to a rollover crash on Highway 45 near Burleigh.Sheriff's officials say the car did a complete rollover, landing on its wheels on the freeway before ending up on the Burleigh Street off-ramp.The off-ramp was shut down for 30 minutes.One adult was taken to the hospital with a broken finger and a laceration, while two children inside the vehicle were taken to Children's Hospital with lacerations.
Bomb Squad detonates two grenades found in Caledonia
CALEDONIA (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Bomb Squad was called to Caledonia on Tuesday, July 23rd to detonate two grenades found in a home in the 4200 block of County Highway H.Officers were notified about the grenades just after noon on Tuesday -- found by the family of a World War II Navy veteran who had passed away.The grenades were found in the drawer of a dresser that belonged to the man.The Milwaukee County Bomb Squad took the grenades behind the house and buried them in the ground before detonating them.The area where the grenades were found is a rural area.Sheriff's officials say if people discover these types of devices in their homes, they should immediately contact the Bomb Squad.
CALEDONIA (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Bomb Squad was called to Caledonia on Tuesday, July 23rd to detonate two grenades found in a home in the 4200 block of County Highway H.Officers were notified about the grenades just after noon on Tuesday -- found by the family of a World War II Navy veteran who had passed away.The grenades were found in the drawer of a dresser that belonged to the man.The Milwaukee County Bomb Squad took the grenades behind the house and buried them in the ground before detonating them.The area where the grenades were found is a rural area.Sheriff's officials say if people discover these types of devices in their homes, they should immediately contact the Bomb Squad.
Five drunken drivers arrested in weekend operation
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Five people were arrested under the Milwaukee County Driving Under the Influence initiative this past weekend.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Five people were arrested under the Milwaukee County Driving Under the Influence initiative this past weekend.
Man arrested for second DUI after car, foot chase
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's officials say an 18-year-old Milwaukee man was taken into custody for his second DUI after a chase early Thursday morning, June 13th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff's officials say an 18-year-old Milwaukee man was taken into custody for his second DUI after a chase early Thursday morning, June 13th.
Sheriff's officials investigating armed robbery at King Park
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred Wednesday, June 12th at King Park.It happened just before 1:30 p.m. at King Park (1531 W.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred Wednesday, June 12th at King Park.It happened just before 1:30 p.m. at King Park (1531 W.
Three Sheriff's K9s passed away this year, five last year
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A dog should not just be considered man's best friend, but police officers' too.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A dog should not just be considered man's best friend, but police officers' too.
Sheriff Clarke deals with storm while receiving award
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke is never at a loss for words.A recent public service announcement by him asking people to consider taking a safety course in handling a firearm to defend themselves until help arrives, raised a few eyebrows.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke is never at a loss for words.A recent public service announcement by him asking people to consider taking a safety course in handling a firearm to defend themselves until help arrives, raised a few eyebrows.
Sheriff's deputies out in full force this Memorial Day Weekend
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There are more than 500 deaths on Wisconsin roads every year, and deputies plan to be out in full force this Memorial Day weekend in an effort to keep those on the road safe.According to a recent survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, texting behind the wheel is the leading cause of teenage fatalities -- a statistic Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke wants to reduce in Wisconsin."The study indicated that texting while driving is becoming epidemic and it's a higher cause of death than even drinking while driving," Sheriff Clarke said.Texting and driving is just one of the things 115 deputies will be looking for this Memorial Day Weekend."I can tell you as sure as I'm standing here, the first thing that everybody does when they see the red and blue lights on the freeway system - they look down at their speed.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There are more than 500 deaths on Wisconsin roads every year, and deputies plan to be out in full force this Memorial Day weekend in an effort to keep those on the road safe.According to a recent survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, texting behind the wheel is the leading cause of teenage fatalities -- a statistic Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke wants to reduce in Wisconsin."The study indicated that texting while driving is becoming epidemic and it's a higher cause of death than even drinking while driving," Sheriff Clarke said.Texting and driving is just one of the things 115 deputies will be looking for this Memorial Day Weekend."I can tell you as sure as I'm standing here, the first thing that everybody does when they see the red and blue lights on the freeway system - they look down at their speed.
Police investigating after shots fired at off-duty Sheriff's deputy
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Police officials are investigating after an off-duty Sheriff's deputy had shots fired at him on Saturday, May 18th.Sheriff's officials say the off-duty Sheriff's deputy was backing out of his driveway in the 3200 block of W.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Police officials are investigating after an off-duty Sheriff's deputy had shots fired at him on Saturday, May 18th.Sheriff's officials say the off-duty Sheriff's deputy was backing out of his driveway in the 3200 block of W.
Accusations of sexual assault at Milwaukee Co. facility
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an alleged sexual assault between a supervisor and an employee at the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division.That is all investigators are providing at this time.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an alleged sexual assault between a supervisor and an employee at the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division.That is all investigators are providing at this time.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Wrong-way driver caught on camera, sought by deputies
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office needs your help to identify a car that was being driven the wrong way on I-43 early Friday, May 17th.The wrong-way driver entered the northbound lanes of I-43 from the Becher Street off ramp, heading southbound, and sideswiped another vehicle just before 6 a.m. Friday.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office needs your help to identify a car that was being driven the wrong way on I-43 early Friday, May 17th.The wrong-way driver entered the northbound lanes of I-43 from the Becher Street off ramp, heading southbound, and sideswiped another vehicle just before 6 a.m. Friday.