STURGEON BAY POLICE DEPARTMENT

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION OF REGISTERED SEX OFFENDER

 

Laurie C. Terry

Age 32 F/W 5'11 205lbs, Brown hair, Brown eyes.

948.02(1): 1st Degree Sexual Assault of Child, Child Abuse Intentionally Cause Harm.
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

2011 OWI Average BAC Released!


 

Sturgeon Bay Police Officers made almost a 100 Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) arrests last year.  It was just released yesterday that the average Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) for all of the offenders arrested last year was .18% BAC.  As many of you know the legal blood alcohol limit in Wisconsin is .08% for operating a motor vehicle. Clearly you can see the majority arrested by Officers were twice the legal limit.  Officers continue to strive to take more intoxicated motorists off the roadway and encourage more and more would be intoxicated motorists to use taxis or have responsible drivers provide rides to them.

As of this year alone Officers have arrested a male with a BAC of over .30%.  Furthermore  more and more drivers arrested by Officers are not only intoxicated by alcohol, but also impaired by prescription medications. The Sturgeon Bay Police Department continues to train its Officers in the detection of prescription medication  and wants everyone to know that it is not okay to operate a motor vehicle after consuming prescription medication that may affect your driving ability.  If you drive with prescription medication that can and does affect your driving ability you will be arrested.

Friday Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner!


This past weeks Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner was Barb Chisholm.  Congrats Barb on winning $50.00. 

SBPD DCSD Join Wisconsin Crime Network!




Today, we are pleased to announce that the Sturgeon Bay Police Department along with the Door County Sheriff’s Department have joined the newly created Wisconsin Crime Alert Network. The Wisconsin Crime Alert Network which is modeled after a similar law enforcement notification system out of Minnesota will enable law enforcement agencies the ability to quickly alert the community about a crime or criminal that may directly affect them. The network, which is coordinated by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation, uses e-mail, SMS text, and broadcast fax technology to send alerts directly to people they are most likely to affect. The alerts can be sent to thousands of people and businesses across the region or even across the state and may be used to prevent crime, apprehend criminals, recover stolen property and improve security measures.

Our goal with the Wisconsin Crime Alert Network is to use this valuable communication tool to preserve Door County as a destination for people to live, work and vacation. The Wisconsin Crime Alert Network has a minimal cost of $1.00 per month or $12.00 per year and businesses, and citizens are both encouraged to join. For more information or to subscribe to the Wisconsin Crime Alert Network please visit The Wisconsin Crime Alert Network website at http://www.wisconsincrimealert.gov/.


Respectfully,
Sturgeon Bay Chief of Police Arleigh Porter
Door County Sheriff Terry Vogel

26 Yr Old Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested After Disturbance



On Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 8 AM, Officers were dispatched to the 900 block of S. Oxford Avenue for a disturbance. Upon arrival Officers found that the suspects apartment windows had been shattered and Officers could see multiple items strewn about the apartment lawn. Officers made contact with the resident who was intoxicated and refused to listen to Officers commands. Officers made entry into the apartment and took the 26 yr old Sturgeon Bay man into custody. Once in custody Officers found that the apartments interior had been severely damaged by the actions of the resident. Damage to the apartment was estimated to be $6000.  Officers transported the 26 yr old Sturgeon Bay man to the Door County Jail where he remains incarcerated on Bail jumping, Disorderly Conduct, and Criminal Damage To Property.

Vehicle Pursuit Ends With 46 Yr Old Sturgeon Bay Man In Jail!




On Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 4:30 AM, Officers on patrol overheard the Door County Sheriffs Department being dispatched to an area near the city for a motorist who was travelling at a high rate of speed. Officers positioned themselves in the area when they observed the vehicle coming into the city limits at a high rate of speed.  Officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop on the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to stop. At one point the suspect vehicle nearly struck a squad car.  Officers continued to pursue the vehicle as it drove through ditches destroying multiple mailboxes and going through lawns of residences.  The driver of the vehicle a 46 year old Sturgeon Bay man was stopped in his driveway and arrested for Felony Eluding, Operating While Intoxicated 3rd Offense, Hit and Run, and multiple other traffic related offenses. The Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Thursday, April 19, 2012

46 Yr Old Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For OWI 3rd.



On Thursday April 19, 2012 at 1:48 AM, Officers on patrol were travelling north on Neenah Avenue when they had to swerve to avoid being struck by a vehicle emerging from an alleyway. Officers turned around and conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle on Pine Street. Officers interviewed the driver who admitted to consuming alcohol. Field sobriety tests were conducted, which he failed. Officers arrested the driver a 46 year old male from Sturgeon Bay for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) 3rd Offense. The driver was and incarcerated at the Door County Jail on OWI 3rd Offense.

Officers Investigate Accident On 14th Avenue.



On April 17, 2012 at 8:15 AM, Officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of N. 14th Avenue for an Accident. Upon arrival Officers observed a vehicle, which had gone into the ditch and had struck a pole. The pole and vehicle involved were severely damaged. The driver was not injured and was walking around the accident scene as Officers arrived. After interviewing the driver Officers determined the driver who had just completed working third shift had fallen asleep and had gone into the ditch. Sturgeon Bay Utilities arrived on scene to fix the pole.  Officers had to shut down nearby roads for a period of time while crews worked on the pole and the extrication of the vehicle from the ditch.

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For OWI After Striking Utility Pole!


On April 11, 2012 at 7:45 PM, Officers were dispatched to Ashland Avenue for a traffic accident. As Officers were en route dispatch informed Officers the driver of the vehicle had driven his vehicle home.  Officers made contact with the driver and determined he was under the influence of drugs. Officers conducted field sobriety tests, which the driver failed. Officers arrested the 33 year old Sturgeon Bay man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) and Inattentive Driving. Officers transported the 33 year old to the Door County Jail where he was incarcerated.

1 Arrested For Assault At Downtown Gas Station!


On April 17, 2012 at 7:40 PM, Officers were dispatched to the Marathon Gas Station on 4th Avenue for Assault in Progress. Upon arrival Officers found two females who had been fighting. One of the females had injuries to her face and arms, but denied medical attention. After reviewing the video footage from the gas station and the information obtained from the store clerk Officers arrested a 40 year old Sturgeon Bay women for Disorderly Conduct and Battery.  The 40 year old female was transported to the Door County Jail where she was incarcerated.

Officers Arrest Sturgeon Bay Man For OWI 5th!


On April 17, 2012 at 1:30 AM, Officers on patrol observed a vehicle with loud exhaust and defective tail lamps. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and detected that the driver of the vehicle had been drinking. Officers conducted field sobriety tests, which the driver failed. The driver a 55 year old Sturgeon Bay man was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) 5th Offense. The driver was transported to the Door County Jail where he was incarcerated on OWI 5th Offense.

Officers Arrest 20 Yr Old Sturgeon Bay Women For Reckless Endangering Safety!


On April 16, 2012 at 10 AM, Officers were approached by the complainant who explained that while he was giving his ex-fiancee a 20 year old Sturgeon Bay women a ride home from work an argument began inside the car. During the argument the 20 year old female began to scratch and strike at the complainant as he was driving. The complainant pulled over to the side of the road and as he did so the 20 year grabbed a large knife from the passenger seat and attempted to stab the complainant. The complainant fled from the vehicle and the female began to chase the complainant with the knife. A short while later the complainant explained he was able to return to the vehicle and left the area. The complainant then reported the incident to Police. Officers later arrested the 20 year old Sturgeon Bay women for Disorderly Conduct and Reckless Endangering Safety.

Officers Investigate Damage To Sunset Park!


On Monday, April 16, 2012 at 8:30 AM, Officers were dispatched to Sunset Park for damage done to the pavilion area. The complainant states someone had removed the plastic light covers from the light fixtures and broke the bulbs inside.  A picnic table was leaned up against a tree and garbage cans were tipped over.

In recent weeks Officers have received complaints of skateboarders using the shelter for these activities, which is against Sturgeon Bay city ordinance. Officers are asking the public if they observe these activities to contact the Police Department at 920-746-2450.

Officers Respond To BB Gun Damage!


 

On Sunday April 15, 2012 at 5:41 PM, Officers were dispatched to the 1700 block of Memorial Drive. Upon arrival Officers met with the complainant who stated sometime between Saturday April 14th and April 15 the middle window of his passenger van was shot out by a BB gun round while it was parked in the driveway of the residence.

If you have information on this incident 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. 

Reward Offered For Information!


Just a reminder the Sturgeon Bay Police Department is offering a cash reward for information that leads to the arrest of the individual(s) involved in the string of BB gun incidents in the City of Sturgeon Bay.

If anyone has information on this incident 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.

Officers Investigate Criminal Damage To Vehicles. REWARD OFFERED!


On April 15, 2012 at 8 AM, Officers were dispatched to two Criminal Damage complaints involving damage to vehicles. One of the complaints was in the 10 block of N. 6th Avenue and the other in the 1000 block of S. 18th place. Both incidents involved vehicles windows being shattered out by a small object, which appeared to be from a BB gun round. A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of these individual(s) involved in the BB gun shootings.

If you have information on this incident 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. 

Officers Investigate Mailbox Vandalism, REWARD OFFERED!!


On April 15, 2012 at 7 AM, Officers were dispatched to a Vandalism complaint in the 900 block of 7th place.  Upon arrival Officers were met by the complainant who stated overnight someone had placed a soda bottle filled with a chemical mixture in it and blew up his mailbox.  Officers recovered evidence from the scene and department evidence technicians will process it.  Late last year we had a string of incidents similar to this, which occurred in the City of Sturgeon Bay, Door County, and in the City of Algoma. A reward is being offered for information leading to the individuals involved in these incident (s).

If you have information on this incident 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.

2 Arrested For Assault During Disturbance!


On April 14, 2012 at 11:32 PM, Officers were dispatched to an Assault in the 1000 block of S. Oxford Avenue. Upon arrival Officers found a 22 year old Sturgeon Bay man injured with lacerations and bruising to his face and hands. Officers found that another male had come over to the complainants residence and an argument ensued. During the argument the two males began fighting in the apartment parking lot.

Officers patrolling other parts of the city observed a vehicle similar to the one seen by the complainant during the assault. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and found a 22 year old Sturgeon Bay man inside who also was involved in the assault. The male inside the vehicle had injuries to his Officers arrested both males for Disorderly Conduct and Battery.

Officers Investigate Diesel Fuel Thefts!


On April 13, 2012 at 9 AM, Officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Lansing Avenue for a Theft complaint. Upon arrival Officers were informed by the complainant that a truck parked in the parking lot had its Diesel fuel siphoned from it. The complainant believes the truck had about 20 to 25 gallons of fuel removed from it. As fuel costs increase Officers see an increase in Diesel and gas thefts from vehicles. Officers ask residents to report any suspicious incidents they see going on in their neighborhoods to Police.

If you have information on this incident 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.

Officers Investigate Burglary!


On Friday April 13, 2012 at 3:40 PM, Officers were dispatched to a Burglary in the 400 block of N. 4th Avenue. Upon arrival Officers met with the homeowner who states she found the door leading into her shed behind her residence broken into between April 11 and April 12.  The homeowner states gas was taken from a gas can and a Feather Light Weed eater gas trimmer was also taken from the shed. 

If you have information on this incident 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.

Officers Respond To Attempted Breakin!


On April 12, 2012 at 1:40 AM, Officers were dispatched to someone attempting to break into residence in the 400 block of 15th Place. Upon arrival Officers were informed by the complainant that he could hear someone attempting to break into his residence.  As the complainant investigated further he could hear someone moving around behind the residence. Officers conducted an extensive search of the area, but were unable to locate anyone suspicious in the area. The complainant states items outside the residence were moved, but nothing appeared to be missing. Officers ask residents to contact Police anytime they see or hear anything suspicious going on in their neighborhoods.

Monday, April 9, 2012

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For OWI 2nd Offense!


On Sunday April 8, 2012 at 2:30 AM, Officers downtown were on patrol of the alleyways when they observed a truck accelerate from the alley next to the Nautical Inn Bar. As the truck accelerated it squealed its tires.  Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and identified the driver as a 21 year old Sturgeon Bay man. As Officers were talking with the man Officers detected that the driver had been drinking alcohol. Officers conducted field sobriety tests, which the driver failed. Officers arrested the 21 year old Sturgeon Bay man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). Officers transported the Sturgeon Bay man to the Door County Jail where he was booked in on OWI 2nd Offense.

25 Yr Old Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For Felony Bail jumping!


On Sunday, April 8, 2012 at 9:55 PM, Officers were on foot patrol downtown when they observed a male stumbling down the sidewalk. As Officers approached they observed an injury to the mans face. The male then got into a vehicle and shut the door. Officers approached the man and identified him as a 25 year old Sturgeon Bay man.  Officers found that the man was on Probation and wasn't supposed to drink. The 25 year old Sturgeon Bay man was arrested for a Probation Hold and for Felony Bail jumping.  The 25 year old male was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

33 Yr Old Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For Obstructing!


On Friday April 6, 2012 at 2:30 PM, Officers were dispatched to Phil Mart on Egg Harbor Road for an intoxicated motorist. Upon arrival Officers were informed by the complainant that a male had entered the store, which appeared intoxicated. Officers were given a vehicle plate number and went to the residence in Sturgeon Bay. At the residence a 33 year old male answered the door. The male repeatedly lied about his whereabouts and involvement in the incident. It was later determined through video tape that the male was indeed lying to Officers. The 33 year old was transported to the Door County Jail where he was incarcerated for Obstructing An Officer.

Easter Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner!

The Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner for Easter was Eric Peterson of Sturgeon Bay! Congratulations on winning Eric!

Friday Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner!

 
This past weeks Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner was William Albright of Monroe.  Congrats William on winning $50.00.

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Happy Easter Everyone!


The men and women of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Easter!

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

March 2012 SBPD Monthly Report Posted


If you are interested in finding out what our Police Officers are doing in our community, the March 2012 Sturgeon Bay Police Department Monthly Report has been posted. You can download it by clicking on the link below or it will be available shortly on the Sturgeon Bay Police Departments Website under the Chiefs Desk.

Monday, April 2, 2012

Wisconsin Crime Alert Network Now Available!

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department is proud to be part of the Wisconsin Crime Alert Network.  The Wisconsin Crime Alert Network brought to you by the Wisconsin Department of Justice allows local, state, federal, and tribal law enforcement agencies to send out crime alert bulletins to businesses and the public targeting recipients based upon type of business and location. Alerts are sent via email, SMS text, and fax to those signed up to receive alerts. Register By Clicking Here!







Iowa Man Arrested For Assaulting Two Men!


On April 1, 2012 at 2:25 AM, Officers were dispatched the Nautical Inn for a fight outside the bar. Upon arrival Officers found two men, one injured.  Officers investigated further and found that two men had fled the scene prior to Officers arrival. Officers canvassed the area while Sturgeon Bay Fire Department and Door County Paramedics rendered aid to the injured male. Officers eventually tracked the males to the Super 8 Motel where they were staying by finding out that they had taken a taxi to the motel. Around 5 AM, Officers arrested a 30 year old male from Iowa for 2 Counts of Disorderly Conduct and 2 Counts of Battery. The male was transported to the Door County Jail where he was incarcerated on those charges.

Panhandler Arrested By Chief of Police For Bailjumping!


On Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 5:20 PM, Officers were dispatched to Pick N Save for a 62 year old female from Sturgeon Bay who was panhandling.  Upon arrival Officers found that the Chief of Police had started to walk into the grocery store when he was repeatedly asked for money by the 62 year old female. Chief Porter knowing the 62 year old female was out on bond identified himself as the Chief of Police and took the female into custody for violating her bond conditions. Patrol Officers arrived on scene and transported the female to the Door County Jail where she was booked into the jail on  Bail jumping.

Motorist Crashes Into Stop Sign And Flees


On March 31, 2012 at 2 AM, Officers were dispatched to Elm Street and Duluth for a Stop Sign down. Officers arrived on scene and found a mangled stop sign on the ground. Officers were able to track tire tracks towards Beach Harbor Resort. At Beach Harbor Resort Officers found a truck with front end damage.  The front end damage had chips of red paint in it consistent with striking a stop sign. Officers found out who the owners of the vehicle were and attempted to make contact with the individuals, but were unsuccessful. Officers in the morning were able to make contact with two men identified as a 20 year old Kronenwetter man and a 28 year old man from Wausau.  Officers arrested the 20 year old for Obstructing An Officer, Underage Drinking, and an active warrant.

Officers Cite 5 Involved In Weekend Melee Behind Bar!


On Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 1:45 AM, Officers were dispatched to a fight behind Vans Bar. Upon arrival Officers observed 8 to 10 people actively fighting. Officers took control of the scene and separated the two groups involved in the fight.  None of the individuals involved received serious injuries or required any immediate medical attention.  Officers issued Disorderly Conduct citations to 5 individuals who were involved in creating the disturbance.

23 Yr Old Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested After Footchase!


On March 30, 2012 at 2:20 PM, Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle after observing a male passenger fitting the description of a male wanted on a Probation Warrant for being involved in an Assault in Sunset Park. Officers conducted the traffic stop on the vehicle and as soon as the vehicle came to a stop the male in the passenger seat fled from the vehicle. Officers arrested the female driver and then other Officers engaged in a foot chase with the suspect.  Officers eventually found the male hiding in a residence on Shorecrest Drive. The male was taken down at gun point due to refusing to listen to Officers commands. The 23 year old male was arrested and booked into the Door County Jail on Resisting and Obstructing An Officer and a Probation Hold.  The 24 year old female driver was referred to the Door County District Attorneys Office on a charge of Encouraging Violation of Probation.

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Friday Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner!

 
This past weeks Sturgeon Bay Police Association Calendar Winner was Ray Jennerjohn of Sturgeon Bay.  Congrats Ray on winning $50.00.