26-year-old Mount Pleasant man arrested for OWI, accused of driving wrong way on Highway 31

MOUNT PLEASANT -- Mount Pleasant police say a 26-year-old man was arrested for OWI -- first offense, accused of driving his vehicle the wrong way on State Highway 31 early Sunday morning, October 25th.Shortly after 6:00 a.m., police were dispatched to reports of a male driver headed the wrong way on Highway 31 (S.

Mount Pleasant police seek suspect after attempted carjacking at Speedway gas station

MOUNT PLEASANT -- Mount Pleasant police are seeking a suspect after an attempted carjacking at the Speedway gas station on Washington Avenue on Thursday morning, October 22nd.It happened around 3:30 a.m.Police say the victim reported he had purchased items from inside the store and as he was placing the items inside his vehicle, the suspect approached him from the side of the building while displaying a pistol.The suspect then threatened to shoot the victim and demanded the victim get into the vehicle with him and drive.When the victim refused, the suspect fled south through yards on foot.The victim described the suspect as being a younger male black, approximately 5’10” tall with a thin build -- wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans.A police K-9 officer was used to search the area for the suspect, but the suspect was not located.There were no injuries suffered during this incident.

Mount Pleasant police announce with a "broken heart" passing of K-9 'Bones'

MOUNT PLEASANT -- The Mount Pleasant Police Department is greatly saddened to announce the passing of K-9 "Bones." Bones had retired May of this year after many years of service with the department.

Mount Pleasant police identify woman killed after she was hit by a car; husband in critical condition

MOUNT PLEASANT -- Mount Pleasant police have identified a 71-year-old woman who was killed when she and her husband were hit by a car on Highway 20 in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday, September 29th -- and provided an update on her husband's condition.

Recognize this person? Mount Pleasant police search for home invasion suspect

MOUNT PLEASANT -- Mount Pleasant Police Investigators are looking to identify a suspect involved in a home invasion robbery that occurred on Saturday, September 12th.Authorities say the occupants of a home in the 6200 block of Larchmont Drive, reported items were taken around 3:40 a.m. while they were asleep.

Three teens arrested after barking dog alerts Mount Pleasant homeowner to home invasion

MOUNT PLEASANT -- Mount Pleasant police say three people have been arrested following a home invasion that occurred on Wednesday, August 26th.It happened just after 9:00 a.m. in the 5700 block of Heather Way.Police say this home invasion was interrupted when a male resident was alerted to the suspects in the home by a barking dog.

Racine man accused of stealing, threatening store security

MOUNT PLEASANT -- Police in Mount Pleasant arrest a man who allegedly stole merchandise from a Kohl's store and threatened that he had a gun when confronted by store security.

Bank robbery suspect wearing distinct hat sought by Mount Pleasant police

MOUNT PLEASANT -- Police in the Village of Mount Pleasant are seeking a suspect who robbed the Tri City National Bank located inside the Pick 'n Save grocery store on Green Bay Rd.

Kenosha man hurt after SUV collides with Amtrak train in Mount Pleasant

VILLAGE OF MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 66-year-old Kenosha man was critically hurt Friday morning, June 12th after his SUV collided with an Amtrak passenger train at the railroad crossing on County Highway KR in the Village of Mount Pleasant.The collision happened shortly before 9:30 a.m. Friday.

23-year-old Racine man dies in crash involving his motorcycle, two other vehicles

MOUNT PLEASANT -- A 23-year-old Racine man died on Tuesday afternoon, June 9th in a crash involving his motorcycle and two vehicles.It happened shortly after 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of State Highway 31 (N.

34-year-old Racine man arrested and charged following police pursuit in Mount Pleasant

MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say a 34-year-old Racine man was arrested after a pursuit that began when police tried to stop his vehicle for a registration suspension.It happened Monday, May 25th just after 8:30 p.m.The driver, 34-year-old Arlance Triplett, was headed east on Durand Avenue from State Highway 31 and refused to pull over while a Mount Pleasant squad was following him with the emergency lights and siren activated.

Mount Pleasant police: Burglary suspect arrested after he was found asleep behind the wheel

MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say a burglary suspect was arrested after he was found asleep behind the wheel of a truck on Monday, May 25th.Just before 10:30 a.m., police were dispatched to the 1100 block of Lawndale for a report of a male sleeping behind the wheel of a truck.While responding, officers were advised the truck was filled with items from the complainant’s garage that appeared to have been stolen.An investigation revealed three separate garages had been burglarized.Several of the items taken from the garages were located inside of the suspect’s truck.Police say the suspect is a 20-year-old Mount Pleasant man.

Recognize her? Mount Pleasant police hope you can help ID this theft suspect

MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police are asking for the public's help in identifying a woman suspected of theft.On August 8, 2014, a Village of Mount Pleasant resident reported that her vehicle was broken into while it was parked at a local country club.

Located: Police say 16-year-old boy with Asperger's syndrome found safe

MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say 16-year-old Daniel Brunson has been located SAFE in Kenosha County.Brunson was reported missing in Mount Pleasant on Tuesday -- and there was concern because Brunson has Asperger's syndrome.On Wednesday morning, an alert citizen called Kenosha police after spotting Brunson near the Piggly Wiggly store in the 2800 block of 14th Place in Kenosha.Kenosha police responded and found Brunson.

Police arrest Racine man, accused of pointing pellet pistol at woman, threatening to "shoot her"

MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say a 40-year-old man was arrested Sunday, May 3rd after police say he pointed a pistol at a woman and threatened to "shoot her."Shortly before 8:00 p.m. Sunday, police were called out to the 2200 block of Mead Street for a report that a man had pointed a pistol at a woman in a "threatening manner." The man was seen trying to stash the weapon after the confrontation, police say.The woman reported the man told her he was going to "shoot her."The 40-year-old Racine man was detained -- and police recovered a semi-automatic pellet pistol.Police say the man had a strong odor of intoxicants coming from his person at the time officers made contact with him.He was taken to the hospital for medical clearance, and then taken to jail on charges of second degree recklessly endangering safety and disorderly conduct while armed.This case has been referred to the Racine County District Attorney's Office for charges.

Kenosha police help Mount Pleasant police apprehend retail theft suspects

MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Three people have been taken into custody in connection with a retail theft incident that occurred in Mount Pleasant.Mount Pleasant police tell FOX6 News they were dispatched to the Walmart on S.

Homeowners, be vigilant: Mount Pleasant police have six home burglary reports since April 3rd

MOUNT PLEASANT (WITI) -- Mount Pleasant police say they've handled six burglary reports since April 3rd -- five of them involving homes that were occupied at the time of the crime.Police say these incidents have happened in the early morning hours.