Officers Respond To Attempted Break In At Vans Bar

This past Saturday around 3:40 AM, Officers were dispatched to Vans Bar for an attempted break in. Upon arrival Officers found the rear window of the business busted out by a cement cinder block. Officers were told by employees who were working in the business that someone had come to the rear door just prior to the window breaking and had knocked. Officers believe the employees scared the suspect away after the window had been broken. The owner of Vans Bar estimates the damage to the window and surrounding area to be about $400.00.

Officers are looking into whether the incident at Vans Bar is related to other thefts in the City mainly occuring on the west side.  Those thefts involved car windows being broken in order to gain access to valuables left in parked vehicles. As always if anyone has information on this incident or others please contact the Police Department at 920-746-2450 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can use the departments Confidential Web Tip Form located on the Police Departments website: http://www.sturgeonbaypolice.com/webtip.html  or click "Give A Tip!" on the Police Departments Facebook page

Happy Halloween Everyone!

 

Halloween is today Monday, October 31, 2011. Trick or Treating hours will be from 3PM to 7PM. We urge all who are trick or treating to follow some of these brief safety tips:

1. Be familiar with the neighborhood you trick or treat in. Go only to homes with a light on.
2. Go in pairs. There is safety in numbers.
3. Look both ways before crossing the street. 
4. Make sure your child's costume can be easily seen at night. Decorate it with reflective tape so motorists and others can easily see them.
5. Try to avoid having the child wear a mask with their costume or make sure the mask allows them to have a complete field of vision. Most masks limit the child's ability to see well and could be a factor in causing them to trip or run into low objects. 
6. Don’t eat candy that is not securely wrapped, or better yet, have a parent or older brother or sister inspect the candy before eating it. 

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Halloween.

Congratulations To Sergeant Waterstreet & Officer Thornton!

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department is proud to announce Carl Waterstreet Jr. as one of its newest Sergeants.  This afternoon in a swearing in ceremony Officer Carl Waterstreet Jr. was sworn in as Sergeant Carl Waterstreet Jr. replacing Wendy Rabach who retired about a month ago. During the ceremony Officer Molly Thornton was also sworn in as the Police Departments newest Officer. Officer Thornton has already started a rigorious16 week field training program and looks forward to getting out on her own.  Officer Thornton replaces Officer Chris Utecht who had left the department a few months ago to work as a teacher at a Technical College in Illinois. 

Congratulations to both of you!

Reminder: Sturgeon Bay Halloween Public Safety Bash, Oct 31 2011!

Once again this year we will be handing out Halloween candy at City Hall on Monday, October 31, 2010 from 4PM to 7PM.   Sturgeon Bay Police and Fire Departments as well as Door County EMS will be on scene handing out candy and all sorts of other goodies to trick or treaters in Market Square near City Hall. There will also be a Squad Car, Ambulance, and Fire Truck for the kids to go through as well.  So before you set out to go trick or treating make sure to stop by Market Square to get some candy and go through the Police and Fire vehicles.  We hope everyone has a safe and Happy Halloween!!

Officers Investigate Vandalism Done To Vehicle!

On October 23, 2011 at 2:45 PM, Officers were dispatched to the alley way behind 23 North Third Avenue for a vandalism complaint. Upon arrival Officers observed the front drivers side window smashed out on the complainants vehicle. The complainant believes the damage occurred within the last 2 to 3 hours. The complainant believes nothing was taken from the vehicle. 

Officers are reminding citizens to leave valuables not in plain sight when leaving vehicles unoccupied.  Officers are asking citizens to report anything suspicious to the Police Department. You can call the Police Department at 920-746-2450 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can use the departments Confidential Web Tip Form located on the Police Departments website: http://www.sturgeonbaypolice.com/webtip.html  or click "Give A Tip!" on the Police Departments Facebook page.

Update: Credit Card Interest Phone Scam!

On October 26, 2011 at 12 PM, Officers were dispatched to the 400 Block of S. Neenah Avenue for a suspicious phone call.  Upon arrival Officers were told by the complainant that he had received a phone call from 253-246-8586 in reference to lowering his credit card interest rate.  The complainant having read about the credit card fraud alert posted in the Door County Advocate earlier this week hung up on the individual and never gave out any sensitive information. Just a reminder never ever give out any personal information over the phone.  If you have any questions please contact the Police Department at 920-746-2450.

Officers Respond To Vandalism Complaint At High School

On October 25, 2011 at 8 AM, Officers were dispatched to the Sturgeon Bay High School for vandalism complaint.  Upon arrival Officers were shown a quarter size hole on one of the east side windows.  The hole appeared to be from a BB gun.  Officers are asking citizens to contact the Police Deparment if they saw anyone near the high school acting suspiciously the following evening on October 24, 2011. If you have information you can call the Police Department at 920-746-2450 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can use the departments Confidential Web Tip Form located on the Police Departments website: http://www.sturgeonbaypolice.com/webtip.html  or click "Give A Tip!" on the Police Departments Facebook page.

30 Yr Old Female Out On Work Release Arrested For Theft

On October 22, 2011 at 3:16 PM, Officers were dispatched to the jail for information regarding a theft that had occurred at the Cherry Point Mall. Upon arrival jailers informed Officers that they had received information regarding shoplifting that had occurred while one of the female inmates was out on work release. Officers interviewed the female and ended up arresting the 30 year old female from Sturgeon Bay for Misdemeanor Shoplifting and Bail jumping. The 30 year old also had her wok release privileges revoked. She remains incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Officers Dispatched To Fight In The 100 Block of S. 18th Avenue.

 
On October 25, 2011 at 12:19 AM, Officers were dispatched to a fight in progress in the 100 block of South 18th Avenue. Upon arrival Officers found that the fight had broken up prior to Officers arrival.  Officers later determined that one of the apartment owners was fighting with another male over a relationship he had with his current girlfriend. Officers were unable to locate the other individual involved.  Officers did warn the apartment owner that if Officers were called back for another fight he could possible go to jail.

Friday Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner!

 

Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner was Bob Tidball.  Congrats Bob on winning $50.00.  You too can get involved, 2012 Calendars are being sold at the Police Department. The money goes directly back into the community supporting families in need and special events within the Sturgeon Bay community.

Officers Respond To Credit Card Fraud Complaint

On Wednesday, October 19th 2011 at 9 AM, Officers were dispatched to Fraud complaint in the 1000 block of Bonnieview Drive. Upon arrival Officers were told that the homeowner had received numerous phone calls from 406-219-2301.  Eventually the homeowner answered and found it was a credit card service company requesting to obtain the homeowners credit card to reduce the rates. The homeowner did provide the credit card number but realized afterwards the mistake they had done and promptly cancelled it. Luckily the homeowner realized the mistake and no money was lost.  Never ever give out any personal information over the phone.  If you have any questions please contact the Police Department at 920-746-2450.

Friday Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner!

Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner was Lynn Hedsand.  Congrats Lynn on winning $50.00.  You too can get involved, 2012 Calendars are being sold at the Police Department. The money goes directly back into the community supporting families in need and special events within the Sturgeon Bay community.

Officers Investigate Suspicious Death!

On Saturday October 15, 2011 around 7PM, Officers were dispatched to a welfare check at a residence in the 200 block of South 18th Avenue. Upon arrival Officers found a man dead.  After conducting an initial investigation of the death it was determined by the Officers and the Medical Examiner to be suspicious. A criminal investigation into this matter is ongoing. The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to assure the general public that they are not in danger.

Officers Investigate Another Theft From Vehicle On West Side

On Friday around 8 PM, Officers were dispatched to the Greystone Bar for a theft from a vehicle. Upon arrival Officers found a vehicle with its drivers side window smashed out by a rock. Taken from the vehicle was the owners purse.  This type of theft is the second time where the perpetrator has used a rock to break the window of the vehicle.  Officers are reminding citizens to leave valuables not in plain sight when leaving vehicles unoccupied.  Officers are asking citizens to report anything suspicious to the Police Department. You can call the Police Department at 920-746-2450 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can use the departments Confidential Web Tip Form located on the Police Departments website: http://www.sturgeonbaypolice.com/webtip.html  or click "Give A Tip!" on the Police Departments Facebook page.

Sturgeon Bay Marine Patrol Assisting In Canoe Mishap Near Washington Island

The Sturgeon Bay Marine Patrol and the Door County Dive Team are assisting in the recovery of Mayur A. Patel, 45, of Highland Park, Illinois who has been missing since the canoe he was in capsized on Sunday afternoon.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Departments sonar unit is also being used in searching for the victim. Currently the search is suspended due to inclement weather.

Sturgeon Bay Halloween Public Safety Bash!!

Once again this year we will be handing out Halloween candy at City Hall on Monday, October 31, 2010 from 4PM to 7PM.   Sturgeon Bay Police and Fire Departments as well as Door County EMS will be on scene handing out candy and all sorts of other goodies to trick or treaters in Market Square near City Hall. There will also be a Squad Car, Ambulance, and Fire Truck for the kids to go through as well.  So before you set out to go trick or treating make sure to stop by Market Square to get some candy and go through the Police and Fire vehicles.  We hope everyone has a safe and Happy Halloween!!

Officers Investigate Attempted Break In To Home.

Officers were dispatched to a residence on Quincy Street for an attempted break in Tuesday morning. Upon arrival Officers met with the complainant who stated she was awoken by a male pounding on her front door.  When the complainant went to look out the window she observed a male in his 50's balding with grey hair, wearing a yellow T-shirt, and black shorts at the front door. The male continued to pound and kick at the front door causing damage. The female unable to call 911 locked herself in the bathroom fearing the male would gain entry to her home. A short time later the pounding stopped and she was able to call 911 for help. Officers checked the area and didn't find anyone matching the description of the suspect. Officers believe this is an isolated incident, but are looking for anyone who might have saw someone matching the description of the suspect in the area.  You can call the Police Department at 920-746-2450 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can use the departments Confidential Web Tip Form located on the Police Departments website: http://www.sturgeonbaypolice.com/webtip.html  or click "Give A Tip!" on the Police Departments Facebook page.

2 Arrested Late Last Night For Operating While Intoxicated

Officers last night arrested two for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). The first was stopped after weaving through the parking spots and failing to stop at the stop signs on 8th Avenue at Georgia Street. The driver was asked to conduct field sobriety tests after Officers determined the driver had been drinking.  The driver a 29 year old Sturgeon Bay man was arrested after failing field sobriety tests.

The second driver arrested for OWI was a 25 year old Sturgeon Bay man who was driving suspiciously through the neighborhood of Galley Place. Officers were dispatched to the area by residents who provided a description of the suspect vehicle. Officers were able to find the vehicle with the driver in it and determined the driver had been drinking. After refusing field sobriety tests the driver was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated 3rd Offense (OWI).  The driver was transported to the Door County Jail and booked into the jail on OWI 3rd, Bail jumping, and numerous traffic violations.

Friday Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner!

 

Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner was Rob Rericha.  Congrats Rob on winning $50.00.  You too can get involved, 2012 Calendars are being sold at the Police Department. The money goes directly back into the community supporting families in need and special events within the Sturgeon Bay community.

COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION OF REGISTERED SEX OFFENDER

 

David Lee Martin
DOB 09/11/1985 M/W 5'10 160lbs blonde hair blue eyes.

948.02(2): Second-Degree Sexual Assault of a Child as a Persistent Repeater.

Pursuant to section 301.46(e) of the Wisconsin Statutes the Sheriff of Door County and the Chief of Police of the City of Sturgeon Bay are providing information to the general public relating to persons who are convicted sex offenders. These people are registered with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections Sex Offender Registry Program. Community Notification of Registered sex offender is not intended to punish. Many registrants have been successfully reintegrated into the communities where they live and work. No person may engage in harassment of the registrants

41 Year Old Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested Twice For OWI In 3 Days!

A 41 year old Sturgeon Bay man was arrested twice this past weekend for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) within a 3 day time period. Officers on patrol of the downtown area stopped a vehicle after it was driving erratically.  Officers determined the driver of the vehicle a 41 year old male from Sturgeon Bay had consumed alcohol and appeared to be intoxicated.  Officers conducted Field Sobriety Tests, which the 41 year old Sturgeon Bay man failed. The driver of the vehicle was arrested for OWI and transported to the Door County Jail.

2011 Click It or Ticket Grant Results

Sturgeon Bay Police Department’s

2011 Click It or Ticket

Grant Results

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department has completed their participation in the 2011 Click It or Ticket grant program, which ran from October 1, 2010 to September 30, 2011.  The $15,000 grant had two traffic safety components: $10,000 to cover wages and benefits for overtime traffic enforcement and $5,000 to cover a traffic related equipment purchase. 

For their equipment purchase, the department bought a Panasonic Arbitrator 360 Mobile Digital Video System.  The in-squad video system allows the department to record traffic stops which proves to be a valuable piece of evidence in court, especially for drunk driving arrests.  This purchase now brings the total number of patrol squad cars equipped with this system to five, with only one patrol squad remaining to be equipped.   

The grant money allocated for the overtime traffic enforcement, provided for 164 hours of extra traffic enforcement.  During those hours, officers made a total of 282 traffic stops with the following enforcement action taken:

A total of 152 traffic citations were issued:   65        Seatbelt 

                                                                        1          Child safety restraint

                                                                        4          OWI (Operating While Intoxicated)

                                                                        1          Open intoxicants in a vehicle         

26        Speeding

                                                                        10        OAR (operating after revocation) and

OWS (operating whiled suspended)

                                                                        3          Vehicle registration

42        Miscellaneous violations (stop sign / no insurance)

A total of 159 traffic warnings were issued:  51        Speeding

                                                                        19        Vehicle registration

                                                                        56        Vehicle equipment

33        Miscellaneous violations



48 Yr Old Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For 4th Offense OWI

Last night around 9:52 PM, Officers on patrol stopped a vehicle in the area of 8th Place after observing the vehicle squeal its tires and fail to stop for a stop sign. Officers interviewed the driver and found that he had been drinking. Officers conducted field sobriety tests, which the driver failed.  Officers arrested David Belekevich a 48 year old Sturgeon Bay man on suspicion of Operating A Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated (OWI) 4th Offense. Belekevich was transported to jail where he was booked into the jail on felony OWI.

33 Year Old Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested After Nearly Striking Officers Squad

On Sunday morning around 2:52 AM, Officers stopped a vehicle after it had almost struck an Officers squad.  Officers interviewed the driver and determined the driver had been drinking. Officers conducted field sobriety tests, which the driver failed. The driver, 33 year old Douglas Haydon Jr. was arrested on suspicion of operating motor vehicle while intoxicated 5th offense (OWI).  Officers transported Haydon to the Door County Jail where he was booked into the jail on Felony Operating While Intoxicated.

20 Yr Old Female From Sturgeon Bay Arrested After Causing Disturbance

Saturday afternoon Officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Quincy Street for a fight in progress. Upon arrival Officers observed a group of people arguing in the street. Officers interviewed the parties involved and arrested a 20 year old female from Sturgeon Bay on misdemeanor Disorderly Conduct. The 20 year old female was transported to the Door County Jail where she was booked and released from jail.

Officers Investigate Series Of Thefts From Vehicles on The West Side

On Friday, September 30, 2011 around 10:45 PM, Officers were dispatched to the area of Oak Street and Madison Avenue for a series of theft complaints.  Upon arrival Officers observed multiple vehicles with windows smashed out due to a cinder block being thrown threw them. Multiple items were taken from the vehicles. Officers are asking the public for any help that they can give in this matter.  You can call the Police Department at 920-746-2450 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can use the departments Confidential Web Tip Form located on the Police Departments website: http://www.sturgeonbaypolice.com/webtip.html  or click "Give A Tip!" on the Police Departments Facebook page.

Friday Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner!

 

Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner was Nancy Behrendt.  Congrats Nancy on winning $50.00.  You too can get involved, 2012 Calendars are being sold at the Police Department. The money goes directly back into the community supporting families in need and special events within the Sturgeon Bay community.