$50,000 cash bond set for 33-year-old man accused of having sex with a 13-year-old girl
WAUKESHA (WITI) — Detectives with the Waukesha Police Department arrested a 33-year-old man on Tuesday, November 4th after they learned he allegedly communicated with, met and sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl who lives in Waukesha.33-year-old Jason Matter of West Bend now faces four criminal charges, including: sexual exploitation of a child, causing a child under the age of 13 to view or listen to sexual activity (two counts), and attempted first degree sexual assault of a child - sexual intercourse with a child under 13.Waukesha police were conducting an investigation relating to a juvenile victim who had reportedly been talking with multiple adult males via different mobile applications.
WAUKESHA (WITI) — Detectives with the Waukesha Police Department arrested a 33-year-old man on Tuesday, November 4th after they learned he allegedly communicated with, met and sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl who lives in Waukesha.33-year-old Jason Matter of West Bend now faces four criminal charges, including: sexual exploitation of a child, causing a child under the age of 13 to view or listen to sexual activity (two counts), and attempted first degree sexual assault of a child - sexual intercourse with a child under 13.Waukesha police were conducting an investigation relating to a juvenile victim who had reportedly been talking with multiple adult males via different mobile applications.
Armed man leads police, deputies on pursuit that reaches 100 m.p.h.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A 31-year-old Pleasant Prairie man led police and deputies on a pursuit early Saturday, November 1st that reached speeds up to 100 miles an hour.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A 31-year-old Pleasant Prairie man led police and deputies on a pursuit early Saturday, November 1st that reached speeds up to 100 miles an hour.
"I just couldn't believe how much I loved this dog:" Greyhound lovers gather for annual Gala
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The dog days have finally arrived in Waukesha County!
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The dog days have finally arrived in Waukesha County!
Semi jackknifes, leads to backups on NB I-43 west of Hale Interchange
MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- A semi tractor trailer jackknifed on northbound I-43 at 124th St.
MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- A semi tractor trailer jackknifed on northbound I-43 at 124th St.
Volunteers needed! Waukesha Police Department's Reserve Unit seeking interested citizens
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The Waukesha Police Department Reserve Unit is seeking highly motivated and interested citizens from the Waukesha area to assist the Police Department throughout the year during emergency situations, special events, and other related assignments.The Reserves are a non-sworn, unpaid, volunteer organization that takes pride in serving their community, sometimes at a moment’s notice.Areas where Reserves members have helped out include: parades, run/walk events, Friday Night Live, Fiesta Waukesha, and various other events throughout the calendar year.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The Waukesha Police Department Reserve Unit is seeking highly motivated and interested citizens from the Waukesha area to assist the Police Department throughout the year during emergency situations, special events, and other related assignments.The Reserves are a non-sworn, unpaid, volunteer organization that takes pride in serving their community, sometimes at a moment’s notice.Areas where Reserves members have helped out include: parades, run/walk events, Friday Night Live, Fiesta Waukesha, and various other events throughout the calendar year.
CHARGED: Waukesha woman told police she kicked a two-year-old girl, causing the toddler's death
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A 31-year-old Waukesha woman has been officially charged in connection with the death of a two-year-old girl.
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A 31-year-old Waukesha woman has been officially charged in connection with the death of a two-year-old girl.
Waukesha police investigating the death of a two-year-old child
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha police say they are investigating the death of a two-year-old child.Police say just after 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 6th, they were dispatched to a residence on Barstow Avenue for a report of a child who wasn't breathing.Paramedics began life-saving procedures and transported the child to the hospital.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha police say they are investigating the death of a two-year-old child.Police say just after 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 6th, they were dispatched to a residence on Barstow Avenue for a report of a child who wasn't breathing.Paramedics began life-saving procedures and transported the child to the hospital.
NOT GUILTY: Charged with domestic-related disorderly conduct, Waukesha Co. detective makes plea
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A Waukesha County detective whom co-workers have called "a hazard on the job" has pleaded not guilty to a charge of domestic-related disorderly conduct.Pete Korns has been a detective at the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department for 26 years.He has been reprimanded nine times since 2011 for misconduct, and co-workers say they're upset he's gotten to keep his job.Korns is currently on administrative leave, and his police powers have been suspended while this case works its way through court.Korns will next be in court on October 27th.Related stories:
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A Waukesha County detective whom co-workers have called "a hazard on the job" has pleaded not guilty to a charge of domestic-related disorderly conduct.Pete Korns has been a detective at the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department for 26 years.He has been reprimanded nine times since 2011 for misconduct, and co-workers say they're upset he's gotten to keep his job.Korns is currently on administrative leave, and his police powers have been suspended while this case works its way through court.Korns will next be in court on October 27th.Related stories:
"Heat U.P. Wisconsin" program: Heating homes and warming hearts
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Kettle Moraine Heating & Air Conditioning answered a call for help after learning that a Waukesha family is in desperate need on Saturday, October 4th.Through Heat U.P. Wisconsin, Bill Brink and his crew with Kettle Moraine Heating & Air Conditioning are installing a new furnace in the Gauger family home."Lennox donated all of the furnaces, as well as the HEPA filtration system.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Kettle Moraine Heating & Air Conditioning answered a call for help after learning that a Waukesha family is in desperate need on Saturday, October 4th.Through Heat U.P. Wisconsin, Bill Brink and his crew with Kettle Moraine Heating & Air Conditioning are installing a new furnace in the Gauger family home."Lennox donated all of the furnaces, as well as the HEPA filtration system.
SENTENCED: Two years probation for former Sheriff's Lt. accused of stealing pills from sick grandmother
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- Former Waukesha County Sheriff's Lieutenant Sarah Massa was sentenced on Monday, September 29th -- accused of stealing prescription medication from her sick grandmother.It was an emotional afternoon in Waukesha County, as Massa admitted she had an addiction to opiates after being prescribed drugs for past injuries.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- Former Waukesha County Sheriff's Lieutenant Sarah Massa was sentenced on Monday, September 29th -- accused of stealing prescription medication from her sick grandmother.It was an emotional afternoon in Waukesha County, as Massa admitted she had an addiction to opiates after being prescribed drugs for past injuries.
Waukesha Co. correctional officer charged with possession of child porn, suspended without pay
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff's officials say a correctional officer has been arrested -- accused of possessing child pornography.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff's officials say a correctional officer has been arrested -- accused of possessing child pornography.
Saving lives for 30 years: Flight For Life marks a milestone
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Flight For Life is marking its 30th year!
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Flight For Life is marking its 30th year!
Cleaning out the medicine cabinet? Where to dispose properly of prescription drugs
WAUKESHA/GREENFIELD (WITI) -- Prescription drugs are meant to help in times of sickness and pain, but they can also be harmful if they get into the wrong hands -- or not disposed of properly.Bottles, handfuls, and bags of prescription medications are dumped into a box at the Waukesha Police Department on Saturday, September 27th.Local police agencies and the Drug Enforcement Administration gave community members a chance to help prevent things like pill abuse and theft during a national pharmaceutical take-back initiative."We know with prescription drug abuse, some of the reports are saying it's double that of illegal drugs, they can be harmful if they are in the wrong hands," said Lieutenant Joe Hendricks.By turning in unwanted or unused pills they can now be disposed of safely and help not only public safety but public health by protecting the environment."When you look at the magnitude of prescription drugs we take in every year, if that is not taken in by us and disposed of properly and safely, it could be dumped into the sewer system, garbage, etc," said Captain of the Greenfield Police Department, Jay Johnson.During the DEA sponsored event last year, 390 tons of pills were collected nationwide.
WAUKESHA/GREENFIELD (WITI) -- Prescription drugs are meant to help in times of sickness and pain, but they can also be harmful if they get into the wrong hands -- or not disposed of properly.Bottles, handfuls, and bags of prescription medications are dumped into a box at the Waukesha Police Department on Saturday, September 27th.Local police agencies and the Drug Enforcement Administration gave community members a chance to help prevent things like pill abuse and theft during a national pharmaceutical take-back initiative."We know with prescription drug abuse, some of the reports are saying it's double that of illegal drugs, they can be harmful if they are in the wrong hands," said Lieutenant Joe Hendricks.By turning in unwanted or unused pills they can now be disposed of safely and help not only public safety but public health by protecting the environment."When you look at the magnitude of prescription drugs we take in every year, if that is not taken in by us and disposed of properly and safely, it could be dumped into the sewer system, garbage, etc," said Captain of the Greenfield Police Department, Jay Johnson.During the DEA sponsored event last year, 390 tons of pills were collected nationwide.
Child sex sting: Police bust Turkish native at Brookfield Square Mall
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A Turkish-native visiting on business, is taken out of Brookfield Square Mall in handcuffs.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- A Turkish-native visiting on business, is taken out of Brookfield Square Mall in handcuffs.
Now in custody: 43-year-old Donald Berry arrested by Waukesha Co. authorities
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff’s officials say 43-year-old Donald Berry has been caught.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff’s officials say 43-year-old Donald Berry has been caught.
Search for wanted man: Have you seen 43-year-old Donald Berry?
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff's officials say they are looking for a wanted man who was last seen in the southeastern part of Waukesha County.Sheriff's officials say on Monday evening, September 22nd, they were investigating a report of a man walking on I-43 in the area of Big Bend.
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- Waukesha County Sheriff's officials say they are looking for a wanted man who was last seen in the southeastern part of Waukesha County.Sheriff's officials say on Monday evening, September 22nd, they were investigating a report of a man walking on I-43 in the area of Big Bend.
"I heard the engine sputtering:" Plane crashes on the Bugline Trail in Lannon
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A small plane crashed along the Bugline Trail in the Village of Lannon during the lunch hour on Monday, September 22nd -- sending two people to the hospital.Two people were inside the plane.
WAUKESHA CO. (WITI) -- A small plane crashed along the Bugline Trail in the Village of Lannon during the lunch hour on Monday, September 22nd -- sending two people to the hospital.Two people were inside the plane.
Redesigned ballots for November's election cause controversy
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Earlier this week, top Republicans filed suit against the Government Accountability Board over the redesigned ballots, calling them unfair.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Earlier this week, top Republicans filed suit against the Government Accountability Board over the redesigned ballots, calling them unfair.
Police: Aggressive driving maneuver leads to woman being thrown from her bike
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha police say a woman was thrown from her bike on Sunday afternoon, September 14th.It happened around noon near College and West.Police say the woman was driving a three-wheeled bike.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- Waukesha police say a woman was thrown from her bike on Sunday afternoon, September 14th.It happened around noon near College and West.Police say the woman was driving a three-wheeled bike.
Co-workers have called Waukesha detective "a hazard on the job," and now, he's in trouble again
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A Waukesha County detective, whom co-workers have called "a hazard on the job" is in trouble again -- this time for domestic-related disorderly conduct.Co-workers call Waukesha County Detective Pete Korns someone who has "been asleep at the wheel for more than a decade."But he's managed to keep his job, despite being officially reprimanded nine times since 2011 for misconduct and being suspended for three days earlier this year.Most recently, sources tell FOX6 News Korns was placed on administrative leave, after co-workers suspected he had been coming to work high on opiates.The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department confirms there's an ongoing investigation, but right now, there's no evidence of wrongdoing -- as they wait for medical reports.In the meantime, Waukesha police arrested Korns on Monday night, September 8th for domestic-related disorderly conduct.That's when the sheriff finally suspended Korns' arrest powers.Korns' co-workers have caught him sleeping on the job and snoring, using his work computer for personal things -- like accessing Craigslist more than 6,000 times, and researching steroids.In January, he's accused of driving his squad car for two months without a valid driver's license.He has also been in trouble for not properly storing evidence.Documents show Korns has used his position as an officer to get special treatment, and at one point he's accused of referring to a Waukesha police officer as "that lesbian detective."Through it all, Waukesha County Sheriff Dan Trawicki has stood by Korns' side."I've been here 35 years so I've known this employee Pete Korns from the day he started.
WAUKESHA COUNTY (WITI) -- A Waukesha County detective, whom co-workers have called "a hazard on the job" is in trouble again -- this time for domestic-related disorderly conduct.Co-workers call Waukesha County Detective Pete Korns someone who has "been asleep at the wheel for more than a decade."But he's managed to keep his job, despite being officially reprimanded nine times since 2011 for misconduct and being suspended for three days earlier this year.Most recently, sources tell FOX6 News Korns was placed on administrative leave, after co-workers suspected he had been coming to work high on opiates.The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department confirms there's an ongoing investigation, but right now, there's no evidence of wrongdoing -- as they wait for medical reports.In the meantime, Waukesha police arrested Korns on Monday night, September 8th for domestic-related disorderly conduct.That's when the sheriff finally suspended Korns' arrest powers.Korns' co-workers have caught him sleeping on the job and snoring, using his work computer for personal things -- like accessing Craigslist more than 6,000 times, and researching steroids.In January, he's accused of driving his squad car for two months without a valid driver's license.He has also been in trouble for not properly storing evidence.Documents show Korns has used his position as an officer to get special treatment, and at one point he's accused of referring to a Waukesha police officer as "that lesbian detective."Through it all, Waukesha County Sheriff Dan Trawicki has stood by Korns' side."I've been here 35 years so I've known this employee Pete Korns from the day he started.