Charges referred after 12-year-old in West Bend admitted to posing as clown, sending messages to classmates
WEST BEND -- West Bend police say a charge of disorderly conduct has been referred to juvenile authorities after a seventh-grade Badger Middle School student allegedly represented herself as a clown, and sent messages to at least six different classmates.According to police, in the messages, the "clown" told the students where they lived and went to school, and included statements like "if you see a red balloon, just know I was there," and "do you want to play?"These messages alarmed and disturbed students.A father of one of the students who received these messages was particularly alarmed due to the recent news regarding clowns across the country.
WEST BEND -- West Bend police say a charge of disorderly conduct has been referred to juvenile authorities after a seventh-grade Badger Middle School student allegedly represented herself as a clown, and sent messages to at least six different classmates.According to police, in the messages, the "clown" told the students where they lived and went to school, and included statements like "if you see a red balloon, just know I was there," and "do you want to play?"These messages alarmed and disturbed students.A father of one of the students who received these messages was particularly alarmed due to the recent news regarding clowns across the country.
Washington County Sheriff's Office: 5 separate arrests made for drunk driving over the weekend
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Officials with the Washington County Sheriff's Office, during the first weekend of October, made five separate drunk driving arrests.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Officials with the Washington County Sheriff's Office, during the first weekend of October, made five separate drunk driving arrests.
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.
18-year-old Campbellsport man taken into custody, accused of stealing mail
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office took an 18-year-old Campbellsport man into custody early Thursday morning, September 29th in connection with a theft of mail investigation.According to officials, the suspect is currently being investigated for the thefts of mail out of mailboxes in the Towns of Farmington, Barton and West Bend -- although that geographic area could expand as the investigation progresses.The investigation began Tuesday morning, September 27th after the sheriff's office was called out to a residence on Beaver Dam Road in the Town of Barton for the report of a theft from a mailbox.The homeowner says they heard a loud exhaust at the end of the driveway and then saw a gold van back up towards the mailbox.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office took an 18-year-old Campbellsport man into custody early Thursday morning, September 29th in connection with a theft of mail investigation.According to officials, the suspect is currently being investigated for the thefts of mail out of mailboxes in the Towns of Farmington, Barton and West Bend -- although that geographic area could expand as the investigation progresses.The investigation began Tuesday morning, September 27th after the sheriff's office was called out to a residence on Beaver Dam Road in the Town of Barton for the report of a theft from a mailbox.The homeowner says they heard a loud exhaust at the end of the driveway and then saw a gold van back up towards the mailbox.
Two unrelated traffic stops in Washington Co. lead to drug arrests, recovery of stolen vehicle
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Two unrelated traffic stops that occurred within nearly two minutes of one another by Washington County Sheriff Deputies resulted in the recovery of one stolen vehicle and two separate drug arrests.The first traffic stop occurred at 7:38 p.m. Tuesday, September 27th in the area of I-41 and Holy Hill Road after a deputy observed a defective tail light on a vehicle traveling northbound.The deputy stopped the vehicle and requested the assistance of a Germantown Police Officer K9 unit based on his investigative observations.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Two unrelated traffic stops that occurred within nearly two minutes of one another by Washington County Sheriff Deputies resulted in the recovery of one stolen vehicle and two separate drug arrests.The first traffic stop occurred at 7:38 p.m. Tuesday, September 27th in the area of I-41 and Holy Hill Road after a deputy observed a defective tail light on a vehicle traveling northbound.The deputy stopped the vehicle and requested the assistance of a Germantown Police Officer K9 unit based on his investigative observations.
Amid recall, Washington Co. Sheriff's officials say there have been fires believed caused by dehumidifiers
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Officials with the Washington County Sheriff's Office are warning homeowners after "several" residential fires believed to have been caused by dehumidifiers.Sheriff's officials are reminding people of several recalls on dehumidifiers, and urging people to check whether their dehumidifier is on the recall list.Fire officials are encouraging people to plug their dehumidifiers into an outlet of ample size to sustain the load of the dehumidifier.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Officials with the Washington County Sheriff's Office are warning homeowners after "several" residential fires believed to have been caused by dehumidifiers.Sheriff's officials are reminding people of several recalls on dehumidifiers, and urging people to check whether their dehumidifier is on the recall list.Fire officials are encouraging people to plug their dehumidifiers into an outlet of ample size to sustain the load of the dehumidifier.
"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.
Washington County recovers $32K from June, 2016 scam
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the June, 2016 fraud investigation which resulted in the transfer of nearly 88,000 from a Washington County bank account to other criminal bank accounts.On June 16th, Washington County authorities say a wire transfer of $87,760 was authorized to criminal bank accounts.According to the news release on September 23rd, the sheriff's office worked closely with Washington County's primary commercial banking institution to initiate a fraud recall on a portion of the funds that remained in the illegitimate accounts.As a result of the efforts, $32,163.76 was returned to Washington County on September 15th.The criminal investigation into this case remains active.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the June, 2016 fraud investigation which resulted in the transfer of nearly 88,000 from a Washington County bank account to other criminal bank accounts.On June 16th, Washington County authorities say a wire transfer of $87,760 was authorized to criminal bank accounts.According to the news release on September 23rd, the sheriff's office worked closely with Washington County's primary commercial banking institution to initiate a fraud recall on a portion of the funds that remained in the illegitimate accounts.As a result of the efforts, $32,163.76 was returned to Washington County on September 15th.The criminal investigation into this case remains active.
"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.
Plane makes emergency landing on CTH H in Washington County; no injuries reported
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A plane made an emergency landing on CTH H just west of Lover’s Lane in the Town of Farmington on Tuesday, September 20th.The Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a plane landing around 10:15 a.m. The caller indicated that no crash had occurred and that nobody was injured.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A plane made an emergency landing on CTH H just west of Lover’s Lane in the Town of Farmington on Tuesday, September 20th.The Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a plane landing around 10:15 a.m. The caller indicated that no crash had occurred and that nobody was injured.
Washington County: 1 dead following single-vehicle crash on I-41
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- One person has died following a single-vehicle crash that took place on I-41 just south of County Highway FD/Pioneer Road in the Village of Richfield.The crash occurred on Friday, September 16th.According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, preliminary investigation indicates an SUV, operated by a 35-year-old City of Hartford man, was traveling southbound on I-41 in the right lane, when it rapidly approached other southbound vehicles which were reducing speed due to a construction-related lane closure.Officials say an apparent attempt to avoid striking a vehicle, the SUV swerved, lost control of the vehicle, and entered a grassy area between I-41 southbound and an on-ramp which caused the vehicle to roll several times, ejecting the driver.The 35-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene by the Washington County Medical Examiner's Office.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- One person has died following a single-vehicle crash that took place on I-41 just south of County Highway FD/Pioneer Road in the Village of Richfield.The crash occurred on Friday, September 16th.According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, preliminary investigation indicates an SUV, operated by a 35-year-old City of Hartford man, was traveling southbound on I-41 in the right lane, when it rapidly approached other southbound vehicles which were reducing speed due to a construction-related lane closure.Officials say an apparent attempt to avoid striking a vehicle, the SUV swerved, lost control of the vehicle, and entered a grassy area between I-41 southbound and an on-ramp which caused the vehicle to roll several times, ejecting the driver.The 35-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene by the Washington County Medical Examiner's Office.
21-year-old man arrested for OWI after he crashed his vehicle; engine thrown from car
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A 21-year-old Town of Addison man was arrested for second offense operation while intoxicated after he crashed his vehicle into trees on Wildlife Rd.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A 21-year-old Town of Addison man was arrested for second offense operation while intoxicated after he crashed his vehicle into trees on Wildlife Rd.
67-year-old Grafton man killed in motorcycle crash on Highway M in Washington County
TOWN OF TRENTON -- A 67-year-old Grafton man was killed in a motorcycle crash in the Town of Trenton in Washington County Monday, September 5th.Sheriff's officials say the crash was discovered around 2:00 p.m. by a passing driver who came upon the scene.It happened on County Highway M, south of Paradise Drive.Sheriff's officials say the man, identified as Ernest Westcott, was located lying near the motorcycle in the west ditch.
TOWN OF TRENTON -- A 67-year-old Grafton man was killed in a motorcycle crash in the Town of Trenton in Washington County Monday, September 5th.Sheriff's officials say the crash was discovered around 2:00 p.m. by a passing driver who came upon the scene.It happened on County Highway M, south of Paradise Drive.Sheriff's officials say the man, identified as Ernest Westcott, was located lying near the motorcycle in the west ditch.
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Indresano to be released from prison on September 13th
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office released information on Tuesday, September 6th about the release of a convicted sex offender.37-year-old Jeffrey Indresano will be released from prison on Tuesday, September 13th.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office released information on Tuesday, September 6th about the release of a convicted sex offender.37-year-old Jeffrey Indresano will be released from prison on Tuesday, September 13th.
Washington Co. authorities seek information on trespassers accused of theft, vandalism on property
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office is looking for the public's help in identifying at least two people who have been trespassing on a property located on Indian Lore Road in the Town of Farmington.According to the sheriff's office, people have been seen trespassing on the property multiple times and most recently they have been involved in vandalisms and thefts on the property.The sheriff's office is now seeking information to identify the people who may be responsible.Photos of suspects:
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office is looking for the public's help in identifying at least two people who have been trespassing on a property located on Indian Lore Road in the Town of Farmington.According to the sheriff's office, people have been seen trespassing on the property multiple times and most recently they have been involved in vandalisms and thefts on the property.The sheriff's office is now seeking information to identify the people who may be responsible.Photos of suspects:
West Bend woman busted by her own handwriting while trying to report her vehicle as stolen
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A West Bend woman was busted by her own handwriting while trying to report a stolen vehicle.According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, on Friday, August 26th, around 6:30 p.m., the 28-year-old West Bend woman wanted to report her vehicle as stolen.During the investigation, the deputy learned the woman had been arrested earlier that afternoon in connection with a domestic abuse-type incident.Then, it was determined that on Friday morning, around 4:00 a.m., the vehicle the woman was reporting as stolen was involved in a hit-and-run crash.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A West Bend woman was busted by her own handwriting while trying to report a stolen vehicle.According to the Washington County Sheriff's Office, on Friday, August 26th, around 6:30 p.m., the 28-year-old West Bend woman wanted to report her vehicle as stolen.During the investigation, the deputy learned the woman had been arrested earlier that afternoon in connection with a domestic abuse-type incident.Then, it was determined that on Friday morning, around 4:00 a.m., the vehicle the woman was reporting as stolen was involved in a hit-and-run crash.
No charges to be filed in West Bend crash that killed 18-year-old Ryan Yauck
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office announced on Monday, August 29th that it concluded its investigation into a fatal crash on Highway 45 in West Bend on February 20th. 18-year-old Ryan Yauck, a West Bend East High School student was struck and killed in that wreck near Chestnut Street.Yauck was pulled over on the shoulder putting gas in his car when another vehicle, driving northbound, struck him.The investigation revealed that operator impairment, speed and cell phone manipulation were not factors in this crash.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- The Washington County Sheriff's Office announced on Monday, August 29th that it concluded its investigation into a fatal crash on Highway 45 in West Bend on February 20th. 18-year-old Ryan Yauck, a West Bend East High School student was struck and killed in that wreck near Chestnut Street.Yauck was pulled over on the shoulder putting gas in his car when another vehicle, driving northbound, struck him.The investigation revealed that operator impairment, speed and cell phone manipulation were not factors in this crash.
"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.
Male victim dies after accident involving skid loader at "Roden Echo Valley Farm" in Washington Co.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Officials with the Washington County Sheriff's Office say a male victim died Tuesday afternoon, August 23rd after a skid loader accident on Highway Y -- between St.
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- Officials with the Washington County Sheriff's Office say a male victim died Tuesday afternoon, August 23rd after a skid loader accident on Highway Y -- between St.