Waukesha police identify 64-year-old man killed in officer-involved shooting
WAUKESHA -- A suicidal man who was fatally shot by Waukesha police officers has been identified as 64-year-old William Brewster.
16-year-old girl missing from Waukesha found safe
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police are thanking the community for sharing social media posts and helping them locate a missing 16-year-old girl.
Waukesha police: Suspect in custody after theft at flower shop caught on camera
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police said Wednesday, June 21st a suspect has been arrested in connection with a theft of flowers from a flower shop on June 13th.Police are thanking the public for their assistance with this investigation, noting that a citizen's help led to this arrest.Police released surveillance video showing a woman pulling up in a white SUV near an outdoor area of the flower shop located in Waukesha around 6:40 a.m. on June 13th.The video shows the woman exit the SUV and grab two hanging plants, placing them near her vehicle.
Found safe: Missing 16-year-old girl from Menomonee Falls located
MENOMONEE FALLS -- Menomonee Falls police said Thursday evening, June 15th a missing 16-year-old girl has been found safe.There was concern after Brianna Ish was reportedly last seen at her home around 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.Again -- she has been located.
Sex offender accused of assaulting girls ages 3, 8 released in Waukesha, and he's homeless
WAUKESHA -- A convicted sex offender has been released in Waukesha, and he is homeless.Waukesha police say 27-year-old Alexander De La Paz sexually assaulted two children he knew -- ages three and eight, when he was 18 years old.De La Paz must register with the Wisconsin Sex Offender Registry for life, and he had to register with law enforcement face-to-face upon his release.He is to have no unsupervised contact with minors, he cannot visit taverns/bars/liquor stores, he can have no contact with victim and he cannot purchase/possess or consume alcohol or illegal drugs.He is to comply with sex offender rules and will be on GPS monitoring while under supervision.De La Paz is 5'9" tall and weighs 209 pounds.
After deputy-involved shooting, investigators seek drone pilot, more witness video, photos
MILWAUKEE -- As they investigate the deputy-involved shooting of 19-year-old Terry Williams, Waukesha County sheriff's officials are asking that a drone pilot who was operating along Milwaukee's lakefront on Sunday, June 11th come forward.Sheriff's officials on Thursday, June 15th issued a statement thanking everyone who has come forward with information and/or video after the shooting on Lincoln Memorial Drive.But officials said "in an effort to be as thorough as possible, we want to make sure we have all the information and evidence that may exist.
West Nile Virus confirmed in Waukesha County
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- There has been a confirmed case of the West Nile Virus (WNV) in birds found in Waukesha County, after a crow tested positive for the virus as part of the mosquito and WNV surveillance, prevention and control program.
Woman captured on surveillance stealing flowers from Waukesha shop
WAUKESHA -- Waukesha police are asking for the public's help in identifying a woman who stole flowers from a local shop early Tuesday morning, June 13th.
Sheriff Clarke identifies suspects, deputy after shooting on lakefront; 1 on life support
MILWAUKEE -- The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that unfolded on Milwaukee's lakefront on Sunday evening, June 11th.Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke held a news conference alongside Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson Monday afternoon.Clarke said this happened around 7:45 p.m. at Lincoln Memorial Drive and E.
2 motorcyclists hurt after striking a deer in Town of Ottawa
TOWN OF OTTAWA -- Two people are in the hospital after striking a deer on a motorcycle in the Town of Ottawa Friday evening, June 9th.Officials say shortly before 8:30 p.m., squads from the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department and Village of Summit Police Department, along with units from the Dousman and Eagle Fire Departments, responded to the crash on Highway Z near Highway D.It was reported that a motorcycle traveling northbound on Highway Z struck a deer.
Man taken into custody after tactical situation in Waukesha
WAUKESHA -- A man was taken into custody after a tactical situation in Waukesha Wednesday night, June 7th.Police responded to a burglary complaint near Moreland and Jefferson around 8:00 p.m.A woman came out of the building and told officers a man was still inside.
Motorcyclist seriously hurt after crash with SUV on Highway 59 in Waukesha
WAUKESHA -- A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in a crash involving an SUV in Waukesha Tuesday evening, June 6th.It happened around 5:45 p.m. on Highway 59 near Merrill Hills Road in Waukesha.Police said an SUV turning eastbound on Highway 59 from Merrill Hills Road struck the motorcycle when he turned in front of it.
Speeds reached 130mph: Teens from Illinois charged after pursuit of stolen vehicle
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- Two teenagers from Illinois have been criminally charged after a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle in Waukesha County.17-year-old Kyle McGowan faces the following charges:
44-year-old Menomonee Falls bicyclist dies at hospital after he was struck by vehicle
MENOMONEE FALLS -- A 44-year-old man died after he was struck by a vehicle while riding a bicycle in Menomonee Falls on Sunday, June 4th.It happened around 4:30 p.m. on Highway 175/Appleton Avenue and Jacobson Drive.Police said a preliminary investigation has revealed the bicyclist, who is from Menomonee Falls was struck by a vehicle driven by a 78-year-old man from Menomonee Falls.
Probation for former dealership employee, accused of stealing vehicles to fuel addiction
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- A former employee at a Waukesha car dealership, accused of stealing vehicles to fuel her heroin addiction has been sentenced to probation.23-year-old Erin Duffy on Monday, June 5th pleaded "no contest" to one count of identity theft - obtain money or credit.
"Being stupid:" Upset with ex-girlfriend, man accused of making threats to Brookfield Square
BROOKFIELD -- Brookfield police announced on Monday, June 5th that they have a 29-year-old man in custody in connection with a threat made to Brookfield Square property on Sunday.Everett Hembrook of Milwaukee faces one count of terrorist threats.
Developing: Heavy police presence amid "threats" at Brookfield Square Mall
BROOKFIELD -- Police are investigating "threats" at the Brookfield Square Mall.FOX6 News noted an increased police presence at the mall Sunday, June 4th.Police said "a threat is being investigated." Brookfield Square management are working with Brookfield police to investigate.The mall will close at 6:00 p.m. -- its normal time.
Waukesha County officials investigate suspicious chemicals found in the Village of Summit
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- Police blocked off a neighborhood after discovering suspicious chemicals in the Village of Summit, Waukesha County.
Officials: Traffic stop involving juvenile driving stolen vehicle causes backups on I-94 in Waukesha Co.
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- A traffic stop involving a juvenile driving a stolen vehicle was the cause of several backups on I-94 eastbound near Brookfield Road Saturday afternoon, June 3rd.According to the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department, the vehicle had been stolen in Milwaukee by a resident at the Lad Lake residential care center in Dousman.
