STURGEON BAY POLICE DEPARTMENT

Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Merry Christmas Everyone


The Men and Women of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to wish each and everyone one of you a Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year!

Thursday, November 27, 2014

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone


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

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Happy Veterans Day



The men and women of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to thank all of the active duty armed services and veterans for serving our country. We appreciate your sacrifices and what you have done for our country in the name of freedom.

Thank You

Friday, October 31, 2014

Two Individuals Charged in Federal Court With Distribution and Receipt of Child Pornography


United States Attorney James L. Santelle announced today that federal criminal complaints were issued charging Steven P. Link (47) with one count of receipt of child pornography and three counts of distribution of child pornography and Kory C. Murphy (36) with three counts of receipt of child pornography, all in violation of Title 18, United State Code, Section 2252A(a).

According to the complaint, Sturgeon Bay Police Department officers executed a search warrant at a bookstore named “Untitled and Rare Used Books” that is owned and operated by Mr. Link, as well as an apartment, occupied by Mr. Murphy, located above the bookstore. Law enforcement officers seized numerous computers and media storage devices, searched them, and identified image and movie files containing child pornography.

Both of the defendants appeared in federal court this afternoon before the Honorable James R. Sickel. They were ordered detained in federal U.S. Marshal custody until their detention hearings currently scheduled before Magistrate Judge Sickel on November 3, 2014.  The case is being investigated by the Sturgeon Bay Police Department and is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney William Roach.

The public is cautioned that a criminal complaint is merely a formal method of charging an individual and does not constitute an inference of guilt. An individual is presumed innocent until such time, if ever, that the government establishes his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt

Saturday, October 25, 2014

2015 Raffle Calendars - ONLY $20!



$20 Enter into a WEEKLY DRAWING WIN $50!
New Year’s Day $250 • Easter $200 • Memorial Day $200 • Independence$500 Labor Day $200 • Thanksgiving Day $200 • Christmas Day $500  National Police Week $50 winner chosen EVERY DAY!

Proceeds are donated back into the community to such events as: Altrusa Back to School, Destination Imagination, YMCA Strong Kids Campaign, Old Glory Honor Flight, Inc., WI Fast Pitch Softball, Masonic Lodge Magic Show as well as many area school and church groups.
This is just a small list of those who benefit from the money raised by the sale of these calendars.

Raffle calendars make great presents for the holidays!

Calendars may be purchased at the Sturgeon Bay Police Department during normal business hours.

Make checks payable to SBPPA.

Raffle tickets are entered in all drawings.

Join Now The Lakeshore Police Explorer Post 9368


If your 14 to 20 years old in High School and are interested in becoming a Police Officer we are looking for you! The Lakeshore Police Explorer Post 9368 is conducting ongoing recruitment for Kewaunee and Door Counties kids to come join in the fun!

The Explorer Post is designed for groups of young men and women ages 14 through 20, to get hands-on experience in the law enforcement career. Monthly meetings are held to show students the different aspects of law enforcement and what duties and responsibilities the student would have if he/she chose this career. The program includes presentations and hands-on activities in the following areas:

  • Traffic stops
  • Accident scenes
  • Crime scene's
  • Traffic control
  • Drug investigation
  • Jail/Communications


Police Explorers wear uniforms to the monthly meetings and also at public functions. Explorers may be used for public functions such as parades, fairs, and community programs. At these functions, Explorers may be asked to do traffic control, give out information to the public, or help agencies within the county and the programs they have. The Explorer Post is a non-profit organization that runs on donations and fundraisers held by the members.

If you are interested in joining please let us know by contacting Officer Chad Mielke at cmielke@sturgeonbaywi.org or Officer Neil Dorner at ndorner@sturgeonbaywi.org

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For Stealing Vehicle


On October 25, 2014 at 2:59 AM, Officers were dispatched to a disturbance on Sycamore Street. Upon arrival Officers learned a 23 year old Sturgeon Bay man had fled the residence and was last seen running into a nearby field. Additional officers responded and found the Sturgeon Bay man driving a vehicle near a residence adjacent to the field. It was determined that the vehicle was stolen from the residence. Officers arrested the 23 year old Sturgeon Bay man for Operating A Motor Vehicle Without Owner's Consent and booked him into the Door County Jail.

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Green Bay Woman Arrested For Fraud


After a three month investigation involving multiple fraud cases on businesses in the City of Sturgeon Bay. Heather Diamond was apprehended by the United States Marshals Service in the City of Green Bay.

Heather Diamond has been charged with 22 counts of Felony Forgery & Uttering and is incarcerated at the Door County Jail.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to thank the United States Marshals Service for their assistance in apprehending Heather Diamond.

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested In ICAC Investigation


On October 19, 2014 at 3:51 PM, Officers arrested a 39 year old Sturgeon Bay man for arranging to meet up and have sex with a 15 year old girl from Sturgeon Bay. The Sturgeon Bay man had contacted the girl online and had arranged to meet with the girl at a local motel for sex. The 39 year old Sturgeon Bay man was previously arrested by Officers for a similar incident in August of 2014. The Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail on the following charges:
  • Use of a Computer to Facilitate a Child Sex Crime,
  • Child Enticement
  • Probation Hold

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For Arson


On October 22, 2014 at 3:27 AM, Officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Third Avenue for a house fire. Upon arrival Officers found the occupants of the house on a balcony due to the fire below them. As Officers entered the residence they found the fire extinguished and the smoke detectors inside the residence broken. Officers observed damage to the kitchen area from the fire. The Sturgeon Bay Fire Department was summoned to make sure that there was no remaining fire in the residence.

Officers learned that a 28 year old Sturgeon Bay man had intentionally started the fire in the residence. Officers arrested the 28 year old Sturgeon Bay man and incarcerated him at the Door County Jail on the following charges:
  • Arson-Felony.
  • Disorderly Conduct-Misdemeanor.
  • Criminal Damage To Property-Misdemeanor.
  • Outstanding warrants.


Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Sturgeon Bay Police Department Citizen's Academy


The Sturgeon Bay Police Department started its citizens academy this week. The academy will run for three consecutive weeks, every Tuesday of the week. During the academy citizens will be trained on numerous law enforcement topics and will have the ability to interact with officers. If you are interested in joining future citizens academies please contact Chief Arleigh Porter at 920-746-2450.

Saturday, October 11, 2014

Help needed to identify dog owner

This afternoon around 12:15pm, a jogger was bitten by a dog on a Michigan Street sidewalk in the area of Huehns Funeral Home and the old Sally's Soft Serve.

The dog was described as a medium size all black dog, with average hair length.  The dog was on a leash held by a middle age adult female.  Two adult males and another adult female were accompanying the female with the dog, and they were walking east on Michigan St.

Police are looking to identify the dog owner to verify that the dog has been vaccinated for rabies. This will bring peace of mind to the victim and avoid having to receive rabies shots.

If anyone knows who the dog owner is, or if the owner hears this news release, please contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department at 746-2450 and speak to an on-duty officer who can confirm the dog is vaccinated.  Thank you!

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

2014 Seatbelt High Visibility Enforcement summary




The Sturgeon Bay Police Department has completed their 2014 Seatbelt High Visibility Enforcement program, which is funded through a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation Safety.  The program ran in coordination with deputies from the Door County Sheriff’s Department, with each agency providing two officers dedicated to traffic enforcement for each four hour deployment.  The  deployments occurred between May 1 and September 30.    

The results of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department’s portion of the program are as follows:

·         277 traffic stops were made during 158 hours of deployments.

·         Officers averaged a traffic stop every 34 minutes.

·         175 traffic citations were issued
       22    Seatbelt 
        17    Speeding
        1      OWI (operate while intoxicated)
        5      OAR and OWS (operate after revocation or suspension)
        8      Vehicle registration
        22    Miscellaneous violations (i.e.: stop sign / no insurance)

·         138 traffic warnings were issued:
       84    Speeding
        23    Vehicle registration
        18    Vehicle equipment
        13    Miscellaneous violations

·         4 non-traffic arrests from the stops: 
       3    Obstructing an officer (criminal charge)
        1      Probation & Parole Hold

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

SBPD Handing Out Packer Cards

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department has received 250 packs of Green Bay Packer football cards to give away.  If you would like a pack, please stop in at the police department or ask any city police officer you meet on the street.  Even the most envious Chicago Bears fan like them!!!

Monday, September 29, 2014

7 Businesses Cited For Sale of Alcohol To Underage Person


On Friday, September 19, 2014 an officer with the Sturgeon Bay Police Department conducted an alcohol compliance check of the local businesses and establishments that hold a liquor license. The officer worked with a 20 year old male who held a valid Wisconsin drivers license. Seven businesses/establishments either requested and received identification and still sold alcohol to the young man or sold alcohol to him without requesting and form of identification. The seven businesses/establishments that failed the compliance check were issued an ordinance citation for Selling Alcohol to Underage Person(s), 1st Offense.

On August 27, 2014, a letter signed by Police Chief Arleigh Porter was hand delivered to the businesses and establishments informing them the compliance check was going to take place during the coming months. None of the businesses/establishments that failed the compliance check in 2013 failed this compliance check. The goal of any compliance check is to have 100% compliance.

Friday, September 5, 2014

ICAC Investigation Leads To 2 Sturgeon Bay Men Arrested


Following a 2 month joint Internet Crimes Against Children Investigation with the Brown County Sheriffs Department, the Sturgeon Bay Police Department along with Agents from the Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation executed a search warrant on a Sturgeon Bay business and apartment. Voyeuristic material including hidden cameras, images, and movies were recovered along with several hundred images of child pornography. A 37 year old Sturgeon Bay man and a 26 year old Sturgeon Bay man were arrested as a result of this investigation. Charges are being referred to the Door County District Attorney's Office.

Saturday, August 30, 2014

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested After Foot Chase


On August 30, 2014 at 1:00 AM, Officers were on foot patrol downtown when they observed a 26 year old Sturgeon Bay man inside a bar downtown that wasn't supposed to be drinking. When the 26 year old observed Officers he began to walk away at a brisk pace. As soon as Officers asked the man to stop he took off running. Officers ordered the man to stop numerous times during the foot chase, but he refused to comply. After about three city blocks, Officers apprehended the man. Officers arrested the 26 year old Sturgeon Bay man for Bail jumping, Resisting and Obstructing a Officer, Drug Paraphernalia, and a Probation Hold. The Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Officers Investigate Thefts At Restore


On August 27, 2014 at 12:55 PM, Officers were dispatched to the Restore building for a theft. Upon arrival Officers learned that someone during the night time hours stole three lawn mowers one of which was a Snapper Mulcher. Officers also learned a few days prior someone had stolen a Winston Southern Cay chaise chair from outside the building. The chair was part of a much larger display of items, which was also stolen a few days prior to the chair going missing.

If anyone has information on these incidents 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 https://mypolicedepartment.org/sturgeon-bay-police-department/tipform/ or click "Submit A Tip!" on the Police Departments Facebook page.

Officers Remind Citizens To Always Lock Car Doors


Within the past few weeks Officers have been dispatched to an increasing number of theft complaints involving vehicles being left unlocked and items being stolen from them. Officers remind citizens to lock their vehicles whenever they are not by them and to remove valuables from the vehicle when not in use. 

As always contact the Police Department if you hear or see anything suspicious going on in your neighborhood.

Police Protective Fund Scam


On August 28, 2014 at 8 AM, Officers were dispatched to the police department reference fraud. Upon arrival Officers found that the complainant had received a phone call from 954-746-9900.  The caller claimed to be from Police Protective Fund and requested a donation.  

The Police Protective Fund is a scam and the caller might use a legitimate phone number from outside the area to disguise the phone call. If you receive these types of phone calls do not give out any personal information and hang up the phone.

As always the Sturgeon Bay Police Department reminds everyone to never give out sensitive information such as credit card numbers, social security numbers, or banking information over the phone unless you are positive you know who you are talking to is legitimate. Never hesitate to contact Police if you have questions or concerns over phone calls you are receiving

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Minnesota Man Arrested After Bar Fight


On August 18, 2014 at 9:25 PM, Officers were dispatched to 7 males fighting inside the Nautical Inn. Upon arrival Officers learned that 7 males had been fighting inside the bar and had been throwing objects including bar stools during the fight. Officers eventually took a 41 year old New Brighton Minnesota man into custody for Disorderly Conduct and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The Minnesota man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For Assault


On August 15, 2014 at 4:13 PM, Officers were dispatched to assist the Door County Sheriffs Department with a suicidal man near Gordon Road. Upon arrival Officers took a 42 year old Sturgeon Bay man into protective custody. As Officers investigated the matter Officers learned that the man had threatened a woman with a knife and had caused damage to her residence in the City of Sturgeon Bay.  After being medically cleared the Sturgeon Bay man was arrested for the following charges:
  • 941.30(2)- Reckless Endanger Safety 
  • 947.01 - Disorderly Conduct 
  • 940.19 - Battery 
  • 943.01 - Criminal Damage to Property
The 42 year old Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.
  

Friday, August 15, 2014

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested In ICAC Investigation


On August 14, 2014 at 7:20 PM, Officers arrested a 19 year old Sturgeon Bay man after a Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation revealed that the man had attempted to meet with a 15 year old boy in Sturgeon Bay for sex. The 19 year old Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail on Using A Computer to Facilitate A Child Sex Crime and Child Enticement, both of which are felonies.

2 Arrested During Click It Or Ticket Enforcement



On August 13, 2014 at 4:38 PM, Officers working Click It Or Ticket conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for the driver not wearing a seat belt. During the traffic stop Officers found that one of the occupants had given a false name. As Officers spoke with the man further the 22 year old Sturgeon Bay man took off running from Officers. The 22 year old Sturgeon Bay man was apprehended after a brief foot chase and taser deployment.

After securing the 22 year old Sturgeon Bay man, Officers conducted field sobriety tests on the driver. The driver a 21 year old Sturgeon Bay woman failed field sobriety tests.  The Sturgeon Bay woman was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). Ultimately both individuals were incarcerated at the Door County Jail on criminal charges.

Manitowoc Man Arrested In Connection With Purse Thefts



On August 14, 2014 at 4:30 PM, Officers were dispatched to Econo Foods for a theft complaint. Upon arrival Officers learned that a white male wearing black had stolen a purse from a shopping cart. Officers learned after watching surveillance footage the suspect was the same suspect involved in the Festival Foods theft in Brown County.

On August 15, 2014 at 2 PM, Officers found a 44 year old Manitowoc man at Potawatomi State Park fitting the description of the man involved in the thefts. The Manitowoc man was arrested for an active warrant and was transported by Officers to the Door County Jail. Investigators are currently investigating other incidents in the City Sturgeon Bay that might be related.

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For Damage To Property


On June 21, 2014 at 6 AM, Officers were dispatched to a residence on 6th Avenue for a damage to property complaint. Upon arrival Officers found that the homeowner had installed security cameras around his residence due to damage sustained to his residence and vehicles. The homeowner found that during the night of June 20, 2014 a 23 year old Sturgeon Bay man walked onto his property and damaged the security camera. Officers arrested the 23 year old Sturgeon Bay man for Criminal Damage To Property and issued a citation to him for Trespass To Land. The Sturgeon Bay man was booked into the Door County Jail.

Traffic Alert-Highway At Ashland Avenue


The traffic lights on Highway 42/57 at Ashland Avenue are not working. We have an Officer directing traffic at this time. Please slow down and expect delays. The DOT is currently working on fixing the lights.

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Door County Triathlon This Week



The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to remind everyone that the Door County Triathlon and Leukemia Bike Ride http://www.doorcountytriathlon.com/ will be held Sunday July 20, 2014 at 9 AM. Expect partial road closures and delays while travelling in the City of Sturgeon Bay. The event is scheduled to take place from 9 AM to 4 PM.

Intersections will be staffed by Police Officers, Community Service Officers, and or Volunteers. As always if you are out traveling through the affected areas please slow down for the bikers and runners.

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Sturgeon Bay Police Department Is Now Hiring Police Officers





The Sturgeon Bay Police Department is now hiring Police Officers.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Department is hiring for one vacant spot and to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. To apply go to: https://wilenet.org/html/employment/showopportunities.jsp. Please follow the directions under our hiring announcement and complete the DJ-LE-330 application and the three questions.

A recruitment flyer is posted on our website at  http://www.sturgeonbaypolice.com/recruitment.pdf. The recruitment flyer provides information on the department and the many opportunities we offer to our Police Officers. The flyer also includes information on the recruitment process. There is no deadline as this is an ongoing hiring process.

Completed applications including DJ-LE330 (Including three questions), Cover Letter, Resume can be sent to:

LIEUTENANT CLINTON HENRY
STURGEON BAY POLICE DEPARTMENT
421 MICHIGAN STREET
STURGEON BAY, WI 54235
PHONE: (920) 746-2450

Give A Tip Reminder!


Officers remind residents to continue using the "Give A Tip" web tip form, which is available on the Sturgeon Bay Police Departments Facebook Page as well as on our website located at https://mypolicedepartment.org/sturgeon-bay-police-department/tipform/

Any information provided is completely confidential and is sent directly to investigators for review. As always we appreciate your help in solving crimes within the Community of Sturgeon Bay.

Thank You!

Sturgeon Bay Woman Arrested For Assault


On June 30, 2014 at 11:41 AM, Officers were dispatched to an Assault at Motel 57. Upon arrival Officers found that a 40 year old Sturgeon Bay woman had assaulted another woman after she refused to give her cigarettes. Officers made contact with the 40 year old Sturgeon Bay woman and determined she was intoxicated and acting disorderly. Officers arrested the Sturgeon Bay woman for Battery and 2 counts of Disorderly Conduct. The 40 year old Sturgeon Bay woman was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Officers Investigate Burglary To Butchs Bar


On June 30, 2014 at 7:41 AM, Officers were dispatched to Butch's Bar for a Burglary. Upon arrival Officers found that someone had entered the building during the overnight hours and had taken an undisclosed amount of money from the gaming machines inside the bar. In the process of taking the money numerous items were damaged inside the bar. Investigators are currently reviewing evidence obtained at the crime scene.

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 https://mypolicedepartment.org/sturgeon-bay-police-department/tipform/ or click "Submit A Tip!" on the Police Departments Facebook page.

Thursday, July 3, 2014

Sergeant Promotion


On June 10, 2014, Sturgeon Bay Police Officer Markus Tassoul was promoted to Patrol Sergeant. Sergeant Tassoul assumed his new assignment on July 1, 2014 and will be assigned to the midnight shift. Sergeant Tassoul is a 2004 graduate of Southern Door High School and received his Bachelors of Letters and Science degree from the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh in 2008. Sergeant Tassoul has been a Sturgeon Bay police officer since April 9, 2009.

Sergeant Tassoul comes from a family of Law Enforcement professionals; his father Randy is a former Sturgeon Bay Police Officer and retired Door County Sheriff’s Department Investigator. His brother Matthew is a deputy with the Door County Sheriff’s Department.

A total of six well qualified Sturgeon Bay police officers competed in the sergeant’s promotional process. The process consisted of a Letter of Intent, Resume, Written Test and concluded with an Oral Interview in front of the Sturgeon Bay Police & Fire Commission.


Congratulations Sergeant Markus Tassoul.

Thursday, June 26, 2014

School Zone Pole Mounted Radar Speed Display




The City of Sturgeon Bay recently installed and put into operation two pole mounted radar speed boards.  The speed boards were purchased through the Safe Routes to School Grant to be placed in school zone areas to alert motorists to pedestrian and bicycle traffic.

The first speed board is located in the 1500 block of Michigan Street for westbound traffic that approaches the intersection of Michigan St @ S 15th Ave.  This intersection is heavily used by students walking to and from Sunrise Elementary School and T.J. Walker Middle School and is the only location where the city has a school crossing guard stationed. 

The second speed board is located at the intersection of Maple St @ N Geneva Ave for westbound traffic.  This area of Maple St is used by students walking and riding bicycles to and from St. John Bosco School.

Each speed board has an amber flashing light and a school zone sign stating the “SPEED LIMIT 15 WHEN FLASHING.”   The 15 mph speed limit is only applicable when the amber light is flashing.  A timer system will be utilized to program the light to flash approximately one hour during the time school begins and another hour when school is dismissing. 

Other features the system provides includes:
-       If a vehicle is traveling too fast, the word “slow” will display in red letters. 
-       To prevent drivers from seeing how fast they can go, the system is programmed to not provide any speed reading once a designated speed limit is reached.
-       The radar in use is a single-directional radar gun that will only pick up vehicles moving towards the radar gun and not traffic moving away. 
-       LED technology is used for the speed display board and the amber flashing light.

A secondary benefit of the radar speed displays is that they will be operational 24/7 and will help slow down speeding vehicles during non-school hours.  Michigan St and Maple St are used extensively by local and tourist traffic and the radar speed displays is another valuable tool that can help us keep our streets safe.

The pole mounted radar speed displays were purchased through TAPCO of Brown Deer, WI, and utilizes the radar display and software of RU2-Systems.  This is the same system the police department utilizes in their portable radar speed display trailer. 


The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to acknowledge and thank the Sturgeon Bay Street Department for installing the speed boards, and Sturgeon Bay Utilities and Gordon Electric for handling the wiring and electrical set up of the speed boards.

Monday, June 9, 2014

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested In Stabbing


On June 9, 2014 at 2:03 AM, Officers were dispatched to a stabbing at Butches Bar.  Upon arrival Officers found the 59 year old victim inside a parked vehicle in the alleyway behind the bar. The victim was bleeding from a wound to his chest. Officers provided aid to the victim while additional Officers began looking for the suspect. Officers learned from the victim that an altercation had occurred upstairs Butches Bar and the suspect stabbed him with a knife. A short time later Officers made contact with the suspect a 48 year old Sturgeon Bay man and arrested him. The 48 year old Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail on numerous criminal charges. The 59 year old victim was transported by Door County Paramedics to Door County Medical Center with non life threatening injuries. The Door County District Attorneys Office is currently reviewing charges for the 48 year old Sturgeon Bay man.

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Suamico Man Arrested For OWI


On May 26, 2014 at 11:44 PM, Officers stopped a vehicle after a woman had reported a man was following her. Officers stopped the vehicle and found that the vehicle was driven by the woman's husband. Officers found that the 30 year old Suamico driver had been drinking. Officers administered field sobriety tests to the driver, which the man failed. Officers administered a preliminary breath test (PBT), which indicated a .14 amount. Officers arrested the Suamico man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) and incarcerated him at the Door County Jail.

Juvenile Arrested In Brush Fire


On May 25, 2014 at 5:52 PM, Officers assisted Sturgeon Bay Fire Department (SBFD) with a brush fire behind a residence on the east side of Sturgeon Bay. As SBFD was putting out the fire Officers observed materials used to light the fire nearby still intact. Officers began to search the surrounding area for anyone leaving the scene of the fire and found out from nearby residents that a juvenile had been running from the area just prior to the fire. Officers found the juvenile and arrested him for starting the fire. The juvenile was transported to the Police Department where Door County Human Services provided assistance to the juvenile.

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested In Disturbance


On May 19, 2014 at 5:10 PM, Officers were dispatched to a 911 follow-up to a residence on 7th Avenue. Upon arrival Officers found that the call was not a 911 follow-up but a disturbance. Additional Officers were dispatched and Officers made contact with the residents inside. Upon doing so Officers found a 58 year old Sturgeon Bay man who was intoxicated and uncooperative. When Officers went to arrest the man for a absolute sobriety violation he began to fight with Officers thwarting their attempts to arrest him. Officers had to escort the Sturgeon Bay man to the ground where Officers were eventually able to gain control of him. Officers incarcerated the 58 year old Sturgeon Bay man at the Door County Jail on the following charges:

  • Resisting An Officer
  • Possession of Marijuana
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
  • Probation Hold

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested On Multiple Charges


On May 19, 2014 at 3:47 PM, Officers were dispatched to the area of Superior Street for a suspicious person complaint.  As Officers arrived in the area they observed the suspicious male getting into a nearby vehicle and attempt to drive off before Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle. Officers identified the driver as a 35 year old Sturgeon Bay man who had been drinking. Officers administered field sobriety tests (FSTS) to the Sturgeon Bay man, which he failed. The preliminary breath test (PBT) was refused by the driver.

Upon advising the Sturgeon Bay man that he was under arrest for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) the 35 year old Sturgeon Bay man began resisting Officers attempts to arrest him. After escorting the man to the ground and handcuffing him Officers found that the man began to spit pennies out from his mouth. Officers incarcerated the Sturgeon Bay man at the Door County Jail on Operating While Intoxicated 2nd Offense, Disorderly Conduct, and Resisting & Obstructing Officers.

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested After Foot Chase



On May 18, 2014 at 2:25 AM, Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on the west side of Sturgeon Bay. As Officers were making the traffic stop the driver opened the door and took off running. Officers pursued the driver while additional Officers began heading to the Officers location. Eventually after a brief foot chase Officers found and arrested a 31 year old Sturgeon Bay man.  The 31 year old Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail on Resisting/Obstructing Officers, Probation Hold, and Operating After Revocation.

One of the passengers inside the vehicle a 21 year old Sturgeon Bay woman was charged with Obstructing Officers for intentionally lying to Officers during the investigation.

Sister Bay Man Arrested For OWI


On May 16, 2014 at 11:35 PM, Officers stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. Upon making contact with the 20 year old driver Officers detected a strong odor of Marijuana coming from the car. Officers were shown where the Marijuana and drug paraphernalia was inside the vehicle. Officers administered field sobriety tests (FSTS) to the 20 year old Sister Bay man, which the man failed. Officers arrested the Sister Bay man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). The 20 year old Sister Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

The passenger in the vehicle an 18 year old Milwaukee man was cited for ordinance possession of Marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Brussels Woman Charged With Theft


On May 16, 2014 at 1:58 PM, Officers were dispatched to Econo Foods for a lost purse. Upon arrival Officers found that the purse and its contents were returned except for the money that was in it.  Officers reviewed video footage and found that the 53 year old Brussels woman who had returned the purse had taken the purse to Walmart and then back to Econo Foods. At Walmart video footage revealed the 53 year old woman purchasing items using the money that was taken from the purse.  Officers have referred Theft charges to the Door County District Attorneys Office on the 53 year old Brussels woman.

2 Cited For Underage Drinking & DC


On May 11, 2014 at 10:25 PM, Officers were called to a residence on 7th Avenue for a missing person complaint. As Officers investigated the complaint Officers later found the missing person at a residence in Sturgeon Bay.  At the residence Officers found that there was underage drinking going on at the location of where the missing person was found. Officers also found a juvenile male who was intoxicated and swearing at Officers while outside the residence. The juvenile male was arrested for misdemeanor Disorderly Conduct and cited for Underage Drinking. Another juvenile male was also cited for Underage Drinking. The missing person was safely returned home by Officers.


Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested In Disturbance


On May 10, 2014 at 5:56 AM, Officers were dispatched to a disturbance on Pine Street. While Officers were en route they were told a 21 year old Sturgeon Bay man was inside the residence fighting with numerous individuals. Upon arrival Officers made contact with the 21 year old male who immediately became uncooperative with Officers. The Sturgeon Bay man was arrested and found to have violated his bond conditions of absolute sobriety.  Officers arrested the Sturgeon Bay man and incarcerated him at the Door County Jail on Felony Bail jumping.

Monday, May 26, 2014

Happy Memorial Day


All of the Officers at the Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day.

Friday, May 23, 2014

SBPD Bike Auction Tuesday, June 3rd at 5:00 PM


The Sturgeon Bay Police Department will be having its annual Bike Auction Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at 5:00 PM. The bicycles can be viewed from Noon to 5:00 PM on the day of the auction. The auction will be taking place in the Police Departments garage located off of Nebraska Street.

There are over 50 abandoned and unclaimed bikes of many types, descriptions and condition.

Payment in cash or check. All sales are final and bikes are sold as is.

For more information contact the Police Department at 920-746-2450 or
e-mail: solson@sturgeonbaywi.org

Monday, May 12, 2014

National Police Week 2014: May 11 to May 17



This week from May 11th through May 17th is National Police week. National Police week was started in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy, which designated this week in May as Peace Officers Memorial Day. 

During this week tens of thousands of Law Enforcement Officers from across the nation will converge on Washington DC for remembrance and honor of their fallen comrades that have paid the ultimate sacrifice. This year there will be 286 fallen officers added to the nearly 20,000 other names permanently etched into the memorial’s walls.

So if you get a chance this week or in the future please go ahead and Thank an Officer for the job that he or she is doing…it just could make that Officers day or even his or her week!

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Sturgeon Bay Bridge Closures For Inspections



Just a reminder the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will be inspecting the bridges on the following days. Expect the bridges to be closed during inspections.
  • Wednesday, May 7 --Michigan St. Bridge – Sturgeon Bay - 8.a.m. to 3 p.m. – full closure
  • Thursday, May 8--Oregon St. Bridge – Sturgeon Bay – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. – full closure 
  • Tuesday, May 13 (unchanged)--Bayview Bridge (WIS 42/57), Sturgeon Bay – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.- full closure

Thanks For The Tips



The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to thank all of the people in the community that have provided us with anonymous tips. Many of the incidents where we received tips have resulted in arrests that without the tips from the community it would have made the investigations much more difficult and could have led to criminals going unpunished.

We would like to remind residents to continue using the "Give A Tip" web tip form, which is available on the Sturgeon Bay Police Departments Facebook Page as well as on our website located at https://mypolicedepartment.org/sturgeon-bay-police-department/tipform/

As always any information provided is confidential and is sent directly to investigators for review. As always we appreciate your help in solving crimes within the community of Sturgeon Bay.

Thank You!

Monday, May 5, 2014

2 Arrested For Crossroads At Big Creek Damage


On May 4, 2014 at 8 PM, Officers from the Sturgeon Bay Police Department received an anonymous tip from a member of our community reference who was involved in the damage to multiple historic buildings at the Crossroads At Big Creek. On May 5, 2014 at 7:45 PM, Officers arrested a 18 year old Sturgeon Bay man and a juvenile also from Sturgeon Bay in connection with the damage to the historic buildings at the Crossroads.  The 18 year old Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail on three counts of felony Burglary and three misdemeanor charges of Bail jumping. The juvenile was also incarcerated at the Brown County Jail.