Child sex crimes, bestiality; ex-Racine County deputy sentenced

A former Racine County sheriff's deputy was sentenced to decades in prison for multiple felonies that included child sex crimes and bestiality.

Racine County Sheriff's Office impersonator scam; what to know

The Racine County Sheriff's Office warned the public of scammers who are calling people and claiming to be a member of the sheriff's office.

Child sex crimes, bestiality; ex-Racine County deputy convicted

A former Racine County deputy was convicted of multiple felonies – including possession of child pornography, child sexual exploitation and bestiality.

Racine County deputy faces child porn charges
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A Racine County Sheriff's deputy faces child porn charges following an investigation that stemmed from an interaction in a gas station bathroom.

Child porn, sex crimes; Racine County deputy accused

A Racine County deputy is accused of possession of child pornography and child sexual exploitation, among other crimes.

Racine County sheriff's deputy funeral, community shows support

A final procession took place for Racine County Deputy Joshua LaForge on Thursday, July 13. Officers from across Wisconsin made the trip to Union Grove.

Racine County deputy dies at 41
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The Racine County Sheriff's Office announced the sudden passing of Deputy Joshua LaForge.

Racine County K-9 Nox dies of kidney failure

Racine County K-9 Nox passed away April 30 due to kidney failure. He's the fourth K-9 the Racine County Sheriff's Office has lost from the ranks in five months.

Racine County K-9 Murphy passes away months before retirement

Racine County K-9 Murphy passed away after suffering an unexpected medical emergency at his home on March 31. It's the third K-9 officer the sheriff's office has lost in about six months.

Racine County K-9 Murphy passes away months before retirement
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Racine County K-9 Murphy passed away after suffering an unexpected medical emergency at his home on March 31. It's the third K-9 officer the sheriff's office has lost in about six months.

Racine County sheriff's K-9 'Friday' retires

The Racine County Sheriff's Office on April 1 announced the retirement of K-9 Officer "Friday" after 11 years of service.

Racine County hit-and-run, We Energies flagger hurt, driver arrested
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A We Energies flagger had to be flown to the hospital after being struck by a hit-and-run driver Tuesday. That driver was arrested a day later after multiple tips.

Halloween sex offender checks; Racine County sheriff says no arrests

The Racine County Sheriff's Office said one arrest warrant was issued, but no arrests were made during its Halloween sex offender check this year.

Racine County K-9 retires after 9 years of service

The Racine County Sheriff’s Office recently celebrated the retirement of K-9 Officer Nitro after nine years of service to the community.

Tennessee professional skydiver died in Sturtevant crash

The Tennessee man was an experienced skydiver with hundreds of jumps on his resume died Sunday when he crashed into a pond in Sturtevant at Skydive Midwest. It's the second incident there this summer.

Racine man arrested with drugs out on bail/probation for drugs

A Racine man, 26, was arrested Wednesday following a three-month drug investigation, and officials say drugs were found in his vehicle and home. Additionally, he was out on bail and on probation on drug charges.

Election investigation, no charges: Racine County DA

The Racine County district attorney said she won't file charges in the county's election investigation requested by Sheriff Christopher Schmaling.

Racine County Jail inmate's death ruled accidental overdose: sheriff

The death of Racine County Jail inmate Ronquale Ditello-Scott Jr. in May 2021 has been ruled an accidental overdose, the sheriff's office said.