Police: Gehl's evacuated after employee alerted to threat at Germantown facility
GERMANTOWN -- Roughly 60 employees from Gehl's Foods were evacuated from their Germantown facility on Wednesday morning, November 30th -- after an employee was alerted to a threat.Police got the call shortly after 9:30 a.m. from a Gehl's employee who reported someone may have entered their warehouse with a possible explosive device.
GERMANTOWN -- Roughly 60 employees from Gehl's Foods were evacuated from their Germantown facility on Wednesday morning, November 30th -- after an employee was alerted to a threat.Police got the call shortly after 9:30 a.m. from a Gehl's employee who reported someone may have entered their warehouse with a possible explosive device.
Pictures: Germantown police officer in pursuit of vehicle strikes deer
GERMANTOWN -- A Germantown police officer received minor injuries after a deer ran out in front of his squad early on Wednesday, November 9th.The officer was in the process of pursuing a vehicle on I-41 for a traffic violation around 2:30 a.m. when the squad struck the deer.Again, the officer received only minor injuries.
GERMANTOWN -- A Germantown police officer received minor injuries after a deer ran out in front of his squad early on Wednesday, November 9th.The officer was in the process of pursuing a vehicle on I-41 for a traffic violation around 2:30 a.m. when the squad struck the deer.Again, the officer received only minor injuries.
"Someone did the right thing:" Germantown police thank Good Samaritan who returned lost cash
GERMANTOWN -- A little bit of good news can go a long way.
GERMANTOWN -- A little bit of good news can go a long way.
Woman critically hurt in rollover crash on I-41 after traveling through construction zone at high rate of speed
GERMANTOWN -- Officials with the Germantown Police Department say a Milwaukee woman was critically injured in a rollover crash which happened on I-41 south of the Freistadt Road overpass in Germantown on Saturday night, October 1st.
GERMANTOWN -- Officials with the Germantown Police Department say a Milwaukee woman was critically injured in a rollover crash which happened on I-41 south of the Freistadt Road overpass in Germantown on Saturday night, October 1st.
"Crime of opportunity:" Officials warn drivers after vehicle break-ins during sporting events
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Authorities in Washington County are investigating a string of vehicle break-ins, 10 in all, that happened within an hour's time on Sunday, September 25th.Washington County Sheriff's officials say on Sunday, September 25th, around 3:00 p.m., they were called out to Heritage Trails County Park on County Trunk E to investigate a report of a vehicle that was broken into while the owner was attending her child's soccer game.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Authorities in Washington County are investigating a string of vehicle break-ins, 10 in all, that happened within an hour's time on Sunday, September 25th.Washington County Sheriff's officials say on Sunday, September 25th, around 3:00 p.m., they were called out to Heritage Trails County Park on County Trunk E to investigate a report of a vehicle that was broken into while the owner was attending her child's soccer game.
Germantown police, Washington Co. Sheriff's officials investigate vehicle break-ins during sporting events
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police, and officials with the Washington County Sheriff's Office are investigating thefts from vehicles broken into while vehicle owners were attending their children's sporting events this past weekend.In Washington County, these thefts happened at Heritage Trails County Park on County Trunk E.Sheriff's officials say on Sunday, September 25th, around 3:00 p.m., they were called out to Heritage Trails County Park to investigate a report of a vehicle that was broken into while the owner was attending her child's soccer game.Deputies located a total of six vehicles that had been broken into while the vehicles' owners were watching the soccer game.
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police, and officials with the Washington County Sheriff's Office are investigating thefts from vehicles broken into while vehicle owners were attending their children's sporting events this past weekend.In Washington County, these thefts happened at Heritage Trails County Park on County Trunk E.Sheriff's officials say on Sunday, September 25th, around 3:00 p.m., they were called out to Heritage Trails County Park to investigate a report of a vehicle that was broken into while the owner was attending her child's soccer game.Deputies located a total of six vehicles that had been broken into while the vehicles' owners were watching the soccer game.
"It's amazing:" Police escort, surprise party for Germantown paralympian upon her return from Rio
GERMANTOWN -- A Paralympian returned home Tuesday, September 20th and was treated like the hometown hero she is.Becca Murray just got back from the 2016 Rio Paralympics after winning a gold medal in wheelchair basketball.She was the lead scorer for the team.When her flight touched down, the Germantown Police Department escorted her home.
GERMANTOWN -- A Paralympian returned home Tuesday, September 20th and was treated like the hometown hero she is.Becca Murray just got back from the 2016 Rio Paralympics after winning a gold medal in wheelchair basketball.She was the lead scorer for the team.When her flight touched down, the Germantown Police Department escorted her home.
"Should have punched you harder:" New Berlin woman charged following wild police pursuit
GERMANTOWN -- Excessive speeds and a wild police pursuit left one woman with multiple charges in two different counties. 41-year-old Sara Seboe of New Berlin is facing charges that include battery to a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest and reckless driving.
GERMANTOWN -- Excessive speeds and a wild police pursuit left one woman with multiple charges in two different counties. 41-year-old Sara Seboe of New Berlin is facing charges that include battery to a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest and reckless driving.
New Berlin woman arrested for OWI, battery to officer after pursuit through Germantown, Richfield
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A New Berlin woman was arrested in her own driveway after allegedly leading authorities on a wild chase that began in Germantown early Thursday, August 11th.Around 12:15 a.m. Thursday, a deputy on patrol heard a Germantown police officer conducting a traffic stop in the area of Highway 167 and I-41 request a second squad to the scene.The deputy was nearby, and responded to the scene to assist.As the deputy was exciting his squad car, Washington County Sheriff's officials say the deputy saw the suspect vehicle flee the scene at a high rate of speed.The suspect vehicle was pursued for several miles through Germantown until the operator's driving became too dangerous to continue the pursuit.The suspect vehicle was later found in the Cabela's parking lot in Richfield.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A New Berlin woman was arrested in her own driveway after allegedly leading authorities on a wild chase that began in Germantown early Thursday, August 11th.Around 12:15 a.m. Thursday, a deputy on patrol heard a Germantown police officer conducting a traffic stop in the area of Highway 167 and I-41 request a second squad to the scene.The deputy was nearby, and responded to the scene to assist.As the deputy was exciting his squad car, Washington County Sheriff's officials say the deputy saw the suspect vehicle flee the scene at a high rate of speed.The suspect vehicle was pursued for several miles through Germantown until the operator's driving became too dangerous to continue the pursuit.The suspect vehicle was later found in the Cabela's parking lot in Richfield.
4-year-old girl creates care packages for Germantown police officers
GERMANTOWN -- A young girl is helping make a difference in the lives of Germantown police officers.
GERMANTOWN -- A young girl is helping make a difference in the lives of Germantown police officers.
31-year-old Menomonee Falls man pleads guilty after fatal hit-and-run crash in Germantown
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A 31-year-old Menomonee Falls man has pleaded guilty in connection with a hit-and-run crash that killed 50-year-old Keith Habenicht of Germantown.On August 23rd, 2015, 50-year-old Keith Habenicht of Germantown was struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle southbound on Appleton Avenue north of Mequon Road.He was struck from behind and killed.On August 24th, Adam Neuhaus' attorney contacted Germantown police to make arrangements to turn over Neuhaus' vehicle, believed to be the striking vehicle in this hit-and-run.Police say Neuhaus was arrested on August 24th but he refused to make a statement and was unwilling to cooperate with the investigation.Neuhaus on Wednesday, July 20th pleaded guilty to two felony charges: Homicide by negligent operation of a vehicle and hit-and-run involving injury.Neuhaus will be sentenced on September 19th.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A 31-year-old Menomonee Falls man has pleaded guilty in connection with a hit-and-run crash that killed 50-year-old Keith Habenicht of Germantown.On August 23rd, 2015, 50-year-old Keith Habenicht of Germantown was struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle southbound on Appleton Avenue north of Mequon Road.He was struck from behind and killed.On August 24th, Adam Neuhaus' attorney contacted Germantown police to make arrangements to turn over Neuhaus' vehicle, believed to be the striking vehicle in this hit-and-run.Police say Neuhaus was arrested on August 24th but he refused to make a statement and was unwilling to cooperate with the investigation.Neuhaus on Wednesday, July 20th pleaded guilty to two felony charges: Homicide by negligent operation of a vehicle and hit-and-run involving injury.Neuhaus will be sentenced on September 19th.
Germantown fire officials called out to West Rock building for fire in "baler unit;" some evacuated
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police and fire officials on Friday evening, July 8th were called out to the scene of a fire at the West Rock building on River Lane in Germantown.Crews were called out to the scene around 7:00 p.m.The fire was reported in a "Baler Room," where scrap cardboard is sent via a ductwork system throughout the facility.Upon arrival, crews found the building had been evacuated, and all employees were accounted for.Smoke was showing from the rear loading dock door.A supervisor told officials they attempted to extinguish the fire -- but it was still burning.The fire was extinguished by firefighters.The ductwork was then inspected with thermal imaging cameras to ensure no fire was remaining.One employee had to be taken to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation.The cause of the fire has been listed as accidental.
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police and fire officials on Friday evening, July 8th were called out to the scene of a fire at the West Rock building on River Lane in Germantown.Crews were called out to the scene around 7:00 p.m.The fire was reported in a "Baler Room," where scrap cardboard is sent via a ductwork system throughout the facility.Upon arrival, crews found the building had been evacuated, and all employees were accounted for.Smoke was showing from the rear loading dock door.A supervisor told officials they attempted to extinguish the fire -- but it was still burning.The fire was extinguished by firefighters.The ductwork was then inspected with thermal imaging cameras to ensure no fire was remaining.One employee had to be taken to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation.The cause of the fire has been listed as accidental.
"Frustrating:" Germantown police say burglary crew targeting homes of those of Asian, Indian descent
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police say a certain group is being targeted after a string of recent burglaries.
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police say a certain group is being targeted after a string of recent burglaries.
Five people transported for treatment after chemical spill at Gehl's in Germantown
GERMANTOWN -- Five people were taken to the hospital from Gehl's Foods in Germantown Tuesday, June 7th due to a chemical spill.
GERMANTOWN -- Five people were taken to the hospital from Gehl's Foods in Germantown Tuesday, June 7th due to a chemical spill.
Bomb threats called into three schools in the Milwaukee area: "It's frustrating"
GERMANTOWN -- A wave of bomb threats forced evacuations at schools across the state of Wisconsin and the country this week, and on Wednesday, May 25th, this happened at at least three schools in the Milwaukee area.Students were evacuated from Franklin High School in Franklin,County Line Elementary School in Germantown and Bradford High School in Kenosha after threats were phoned into those schools.
GERMANTOWN -- A wave of bomb threats forced evacuations at schools across the state of Wisconsin and the country this week, and on Wednesday, May 25th, this happened at at least three schools in the Milwaukee area.Students were evacuated from Franklin High School in Franklin,County Line Elementary School in Germantown and Bradford High School in Kenosha after threats were phoned into those schools.
Germantown police use Narcan to save life of possible heroin overdose victim
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police saved the life of a 30-year-old man who was found unconscious -- possibly from a heroin overdose.It was just before midnight on Monday, May 16th that a 911 call came in from the roommate of the 30-year-old man.
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police saved the life of a 30-year-old man who was found unconscious -- possibly from a heroin overdose.It was just before midnight on Monday, May 16th that a 911 call came in from the roommate of the 30-year-old man.
Germantown police need your help in search for missing 53-year-old woman
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police need your help in their search for 53-year-old Mary Jo Maney.Officials say Maney has not had any contact with her family since April 4th.
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police need your help in their search for 53-year-old Mary Jo Maney.Officials say Maney has not had any contact with her family since April 4th.
Do you know this man? Germantown P.D. searching for armed robbery suspect
GERMANTOWN -- The Germantown Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying the person in the attached photos in regards to an armed robbery at the Walgreens located on Pilgrim Road in Germantown.The robbery occurred Thursday, March 24th at approximately 9:30 a.m.According to police, the suspect went into the Walgreens and displayed a knife and a note demanding cash.The suspect was last seen running towards Francese Drive, east of Pilgrim Road and got into the driver's seat of a four-door silver Honda.Authorities describe the suspect as a white male, approximately 20 years old, 6'0" tall, 160 lbs.
GERMANTOWN -- The Germantown Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying the person in the attached photos in regards to an armed robbery at the Walgreens located on Pilgrim Road in Germantown.The robbery occurred Thursday, March 24th at approximately 9:30 a.m.According to police, the suspect went into the Walgreens and displayed a knife and a note demanding cash.The suspect was last seen running towards Francese Drive, east of Pilgrim Road and got into the driver's seat of a four-door silver Honda.Authorities describe the suspect as a white male, approximately 20 years old, 6'0" tall, 160 lbs.
Latest: $70K worth of cheese stolen in Germantown sent to a landfill; no arrests made
GERMANTOWN/MARSHFIELD -- Detectives investigating separate thefts of thousands of dollars worth of cheese that happened back in January have found no link between the thefts, according to PostCrescent.com.
GERMANTOWN/MARSHFIELD -- Detectives investigating separate thefts of thousands of dollars worth of cheese that happened back in January have found no link between the thefts, according to PostCrescent.com.
Germantown police conduct "high-risk traffic stop" of stolen vehicle
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police say three people are in custody after their officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop on Thursday afternoon, February 4th.The traffic stop happened around 4:30 p.m. in the area of Appleton Ave.
GERMANTOWN -- Germantown police say three people are in custody after their officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop on Thursday afternoon, February 4th.The traffic stop happened around 4:30 p.m. in the area of Appleton Ave.