Christmas Gift Donation

 

 Sturgeon Bay Police Department & Door County Sheriff’s Department Officers distributed food cards during the week of Christmas to local families in need of some assistance.  The food cards were donated by a local Secret Santa and Econo Foods.  Thank you to the Secret Santa and Econo Foods for your donation.   

13th Annual Chop "N" Shop With A Cop

 

Law Enforcement Officers from the Door County Sheriff's Department, Sturgeon Bay Police Department, Wisconsin DNR, and Door County Sheriff's Department Dispatch Center spent the day with thirty one children this past weekend for the 13th Annual Chop "N" Shop With A Cop.

The children were paired up with a Law Enforcement Officer.  The day involved picking out a tree at Door County Tree Farm, shopping at Target to pick out gifts for their family, and finishing with gift wrapping and a pizza party at Sonny's.  Babler Bus Service provided the transportation. 

Thank you to the local businesses for the amazing support. Also, to the Law Enforcement Officers and volunteers for taking time to bring smiles to the children's faces. 

2016 Raffle Calendar Reminder

 

Having troubles with the perfect Christmas gift idea?  Don't forget to get your 2016 Raffle Calendar by December 31, 2016.  The drawings are by local students and the proceeds go back into the community.  You can purchase the calendar at the Sturgeon Bay Police Department or by asking an officer. 

Theft

On Friday, November 27th, a local business reported a theft of numerous valuable and rare coins.  If you have any information, please contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department at 746-2450.   There will be a reward for information leading to an arrest. 

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

                            

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

Sturgeon Bay YMCA Kid's Club - Thank you!

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department extends a heartfelt thank you to the Sturgeon Bay YMCA Kid's Club for their kindness in making a "Survival Kit for Police."  The kits were delivered this week, with each kit individually addressed to a member of the department with a handwritten card thanking us for keeping them safe.

We are proud to serve our community and we appreciate the thoughtfulness you have shown.  It put a smile on all our faces!  

New J-turn at WIS 57 and County Road C opens in Door County

Intersection safety improvement began September 14

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northeast Region in Green Bay is announcing the new J-turn at the intersection of WIS 57 and County Road C in Door County will be open for use by Saturday morning, Nov. 21. Construction began September 14, 2015.

The project involved constructing a J-turn intersection at WIS 57 and County Road C to provide safer turning movements at the intersection. The J-turn does not allow left-turn and through movements from County Road C. In order to make these movements, drivers at County Road C have to first turn right then make a U-turn approximately 1/3-mile down the road from the original intersection. For more information regarding J-turn intersections, please see the J-turn webpage at: www.wisconsindot.gov/Pages/safety/safety-eng/j-turn.aspx. An informational graphic is also attached below.

 

Benefits of J-turns include:

Reduce right-angle crashes by decreasing the number of conflict points.

Can often be retrofitted without acquiring additional land.

Lower cost alternative as compared to an interchange.

 

WisDOT built the first J-turn in 2011 to address multiple crashes on Highway 53 in Douglas County. There were eight injury crashes at the intersection in the five-year period prior to construction and zero since construction. Other J-turns were built in Brown County at WIS 29/County Road VV and Sheboygan County at WIS 23/County M in 2013.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Free Bike Registration

Did you know you can get a license for your bike?  This will be helpful in case your bike is lost or stolen.  You can register your bike at the Sturgeon Bay Police Department Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. There is a form to complete asking for basic information, such as the serial number, make, model, and color.  If you have any questions, you may call 746-2450 during business hours.

Great Gift Idea

 

With the holidays approaching, we have the perfect gift idea with artwork from our local youth. Don't forget to stop by the Sturgeon Bay Police Department, located at 421 Michigan Street, to get your 2016 Raffle Calendar.  The last day to purchase the calendar is December 31, 2015. 

Veteran's 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!

Congratulations

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to congratulate the Sturgeon Bay High School Boy's Soccer team for winning the Division 4 State Championship!

Rental Scam Alert

On November 2, 2015, Officers were dispatched to the police department reference a rental scam posted on Craigslist . Upon arrival Officers were told of a residence in the City of Sturgeon Bay for rent. When the complainant contacted the number listed 903-741-4187 a Reverend Orlando Fernandez answered and explained to the complainant that he was renting the house for $700.00 a month, which could be paid via Western Union. The complainant asked Orlando why there was a for sale sign in the front yard, which Orlando told him that it should have been removed. 

The complainant communicated with the man through the following email perfecthome2013@outlook.com. The email address is linked online to many other rental scams all over the United States. The complainant contacted the police department and the real estate agency soon after where he was told that this was a scam.

As always if it sounds too good to be true it probably is! Contact Police if you have any questions reference suspicious calls, mail, or any other incidents at 920-746-2450.

Officers Investigating Thefts From Vehicles

Officers have been taking multiple reports of thefts from vehicles in the last week or so. The thefts had occurred throughout the city. The majority of thefts could have been prevented by locking the vehicle. Officers remind citizens to contact law enforcement when they hear or see anything suspicious going on in their neighborhoods. Officers also remind citizens to follow these tips when leaving items in vehicles:

Keep Your Valuables Out of Sight The best way to prevent theft from your auto is to always keep valuables out of sight. Never leave cell phones, briefcases, suitcases, or electronic devices (cell phones, iPods, laptop computers, etc.) in your car in plain view. Take these items with you, or secure them—all the time, every time. Secure Your GPS Device While many GPS devices are mounted in the dashboard of the vehicle, the SBPD encourages anyone who uses a portable GPS device to take it with you, along with any other items of value, when you park the car. Use Your Trunk If your car has a trunk, use it. Put valuables in there or in a locked glove compartment. Hiding items under seats is better than leaving them in plain view, but securing them inside the glove compartment or trunk is a far better deterrent. Don't Tempt Thieves with New Purchases During the holiday season especially, or any time you’re shopping, place packages in the trunk, not on the passenger seats or floors. Remove Your Radio Faceplate If you can unfasten your sound system and take it with you, or lock it in your trunk, do so. And don’t forget to do the same with your CDs and tapes. Lock It Up Also, keep your car doors and windows locked—all the time!

County C J-Turn Information

Found Dog or Cat

If you find a dog or cat without tags or owners information, contact the Human Society at 746-1111.  The Human Society is located by the airport at 3475 County Road PD.   If you are physically unable to transport the animal to the Human Society, you may contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department non-emergency number at 746-2450. 

Reminder: Outdoor Exercise Enthusiasts

BE SAFE THIS TIME OF YEAR!

Who:     All Bikers, Walkers, Runners
What:    Safety
When:   Early Morning and Late Evening
Where:  City Streets

The mornings are staying dark longer as the evenings are getting darker. Everyone should be digging out as many reflectors, lights and flashing gadgets to light as much as possible on early mornings and evening rides, runs and walks.

 

Whether it’s to see or be seen, the Sturgeon Bay Police Department reminds all outdoor exercise enthusiasts to be safe during this time of the year, and light up from head to toe.

 

Some simple tips include: using small blinkers, reflectors or supplementary lights on your bike, or body; wear reflective clothing; and abide by the rules of the road.

 

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department wants you to be safe, and get out there and enjoy!

Heroin Summit, Nov 5th At Sturgeon Bay High School Auditorium

HEROIN SUMMIT

November 5^th

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

FREE

Heroin Summit 2

Sturgeon Bay High School Auditorium

Triangular Approach

Prevention/Education/Enforcement

Join us for an informational summit on Heroin and our community.  WBAY, news anchor, Sara Thomsen will share what she is seeing when she is out reporting the evening news.  Bridgette will be sharing “A mom’s story” after tragically losing her daughter to this epidemic. We will wrap up with Jon Gilson from the Sheriff’s Department as he will talk about “What is Heroin and the Effects it has on the Body”

dcaodcoalition@gmail.com

Trick or Treat Hours and Safety Reminders

Halloween is Saturday, October 31, 2015. Trick or Treating hours will be from 3PM to 6PM. 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 sisters inspect the candy before eating it. 
7. Motorists please remember to watch out for frequent pedestrian traffic.

We hope everyone has a safe and "spooktacular" Halloween!

Michigan Bridge Closed to Vehicle Traffic

Michigan Street Bridge will be closing to all vehicle traffic due to the lights being stuck on red. The D.O.T. has been notified. The bridge will remain open to pedestrian traffic.

Sturgeon Bay Police Seatbelt Grant Results

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department has completed their 2015 Seatbelt High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) program, which is funded through a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation Safety. During this year’s grant, Sturgeon Bay Police dedicated two officers to traffic enforcement. The majority of the shifts were four hours, along with some two hour shifts that focused on afternoon school zone safety. The deployments occurred between May 1 and September 30. 

The traffic enforcement results were as follows: 

• 289 traffic stops were made during 158 hours of deployments. 
• Officers averaged a traffic stop every 33 minutes. 

• 189 traffic citations were issued for:
• 140 Seatbelt
• 21 Speeding 
• 5 OAR (operate after revocation) and OWS (operate while suspended) 
• 1 Open Intoxicants
• 2 Vehicle registration 
• 20 Miscellaneous violations (i.e.: stop sign / no insurance) 

• 145 traffic warnings were issued for:
• 100 Speeding 
• 12 Vehicle registration 
• 17 Vehicle equipment 
• 16 Miscellaneous violations 

• 2 non-traffic arrests from the stops: 2 Warrants (criminal adult & juvenile)

Non-Emergency Phone Number Down

Currently the police department's non emergency number 920-746-2450 is currently down. Please use 920-746-2416 for all non emergency calls until the issue is resolved. If you are calling in a emergency please dial 911 to be linked to a Door County 911 Dispatcher.

Hit and Run

 

On September 18th at 3:12 am there was a vehicle struck in front of a residence on 18th Avenue.   The suspects' vehicle left light blue paint transfer where it struck the victim's car.  The suspects’ vehicle should have moderate to severe front passenger side damage.   If you have any information, please contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department at 920-746-2450. 

Ask A Cop

 

Have you ever had a question for a cop and you were afraid to ask or weren’t sure where to go to ask?  You can email your question to policedept@sturgeonbaywi.org and the question will be answered and posted on the blog.  There will be an “Ask a Cop” blog posted weekly or bi-weekly on the blog, depending on how many questions are received.  It will list the question from the public along with the answer from a cop.  

Back To School Safety

Summer break is just about over, which means buses on the roadway and kids walking or riding their bikes to school.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to remind drivers to be aware of the kids crossing the streets.  Also, please leave distance between your vehicle and the bus for safety of the kids and to allow time to stop.  Be aware of the flashing lights and the extended stop sign on the buses and make sure you stop.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Department wishes all the kids a safe and enjoyable school year.   

Kayak Theft

A yellow, double seat, Pelican Kayak was reported missing between August 1st and August 11th from the Memorial Drive area.  If anyone has any information, please contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department at 920-746-2450. 

                 

                    

2016 Calendars Now Available

$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.

Sturgeon Bay Woman Arrested For OWI

On July 20, 2015 at 2:15 AM, Officers stopped a vehicle for speeding on the highway. Upon making contact with the driver Officers determined that she had been drinking. Officers administered field sobriety tests (FSTS) to the 48 year old Sturgeon Bay woman, which she failed. Officers provided a preliminary breath test (PBT), which indicated .23 amount. Officers arrested the Sturgeon Bay woman for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) and incarcerated her at the Door County Jail.

Oswego Man Arrested In Disturbance

On July 18, 2015 at 10 AM, Officers were dispatched to a physical disturbance at the Dorchester nursing facility.  As officers were en route dispatch informed them that two nursing staff were injured by a male who was still on site. Upon arrival Officers arrested a 56 year old Oswego Illinois man. Officers later learned that the male had attempted to remove his mother from the facility and in the process injured two nurses.  The nurses were both transported to the Door County Medical Center for their injuries. The 56 year old Oswego man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail on the following charges:

• Strangulation-Felony
• Substantial Battery-Felony
• Battery-Misdemeanor
• Disorderly Conduct-Misdemeanor

Officers Cite Sturgeon Bay Man Involved In Disturbance

On July 16, 2015 at 6 PM, Officers were dispatched to disturbance at Papa Murphy's Pizza. Upon arrival Officers found that a 64 year old Sturgeon Bay man had come into the restaurant and began yelling and pounding his fists on the counter in the restaurant. The commotion created by the Sturgeon Bay man got the attention of the owner of the business who asked the man to leave due to his behavior. Upon asking the man to leave the Sturgeon Bay man pushed and punched the owner in the face. Officers cited the 64 year old Sturgeon Bay man for Disorderly Conduct.

Update: Arrest Made In Stolen Vehicle

In June we told you about a White Ford Econoline E250 van stolen from Evenson Laundry on 14th Avenue. Officers recovered the vehicle in Michigan a few days ago. Yesterday Officers arrested a 25 year old Sturgeon Bay man for the theft. The Sturgeon Bay man is currently incarcerated in the Muskegon County jail in Michigan on multiple probation warrants from Wisconsin and Michigan.

IRS Phone Scam

During the past few weeks Officers have received calls from citizens in the community who have been receiving phone calls from the IRS. During some of the calls the scammers claim to be from the IRS and attempt to intimidate or threaten citizens that if they don't pay immediately they will send the police to your house. Rest assured when you hang up on these individuals we will not be coming to your house.

Additionally another method used by the scammers are a computerized voicemail that claims to be the IRS and asks you to contact them. This is also a scam.

Feel free to hang up on these individuals and 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.

Lastly if the IRS does want to get a hold of you they will do it via the United States Postal Service.

Lane Restriction For Bayview Bridge In Sturgeon Bay

Lane restriction schedule changes for Bayview Bridge in Sturgeon Bay

The work will now take place on Wednesday, July 15 and Thursday, July 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. It had been scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday of this week.

The bridge will be reduced to one lane with traffic controlled by flagging operations.  Motorists are advised to anticipate backups and seek alternate routes.  Additionally, they should use caution and remain alert when driving through this or any work zone.

Green Bay Man Arrested In Disturbance

On July 12, 2015 at 2:15 AM, Officers were dispatched to Benny D'z for a physical disturbance that had occurred outside the bar.  Upon arrival Officers found a Sturgeon Bay man with injuries to his head. Officers contacted Door County Paramedics who transported the injured man to the Door County Medical Center. Officers eventually located an individual matching the suspect description.  A 23 year old Green Bay man was arrested for Disorderly Conduct, Battery, and a Probation Hold. The Green Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Officers Arrest Man With Knife

On July 9, 2015 at 2 AM, Officers on patrol downtown observed a 21 year old man lying in the roadway on the Oregon Bridge in the lane of travel. Officers approached the man and observed the man lying on the ground with a knife in his hand. The knife was pointed at the mans chest. Officers spoke with the man and ordered him to place the knife on the ground. After a few minutes the man released his grip on the knife and placed it next to him. Officers took the 21 year old man into custody without incident and transported him to Door County Medical Center for treatment.

2 Sturgeon Bay Women Cited In Thefts

On July 2, 2015, Officers were contacted by Walmart loss prevention staff reference two 19 year old Sturgeon Bay women who had stole from Walmart. Officers reached out to the local stores in Sturgeon Bay and were able to identify the women. Officers interviewed the two women and both confessed to the thefts from Walmart and Target. Officers issued ordinance citations to both women.

3 Arrested This Past Week For OWI

While many enjoyed the 4th of July weekend three were arrested for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). The first OWI arrest occurred early late Thursday evening. Officers stopped a vehicle on the west side of Sturgeon Bay because the registered owner had an expired drivers license. Upon making contact with the 41 year old Sturgeon Bay driver Officers determined that the driver had been drinking alcohol. Officers administered field sobriety tests (FSTS) to the driver, which the driver failed. A preliminary breath test (PBT) was given, which indicated a .12 amount. Officers arrested the Sturgeon Bay man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) 3rd offense. The 41 year old Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail. 

At 1:52 AM on July 4th, Officers stopped a vehicle on the west side of Sturgeon Bay for driving in the other lane of travel. Upon making contact with the 40 year old Sturgeon Bay man Officers found that the driver had been drinking alcohol. Officers attempted to administer field sobriety tests, but the Sturgeon Bay man declined to do them due to his intoxication level. Officers arrested the 40 year old Sturgeon Bay man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). 

At 11 AM on July 4th, Officers stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation on the east side of Sturgeon Bay. Upon making contact with the 42 year old Green Bay man, Officers determined he had been drinking alcohol. Officers also noticed the man had his juvenile son in the car with him. Officers administered field sobriety tests (FSTS) to the driver, which the driver failed. A preliminary breath test (PBT) was given, which indicated a .23 amount. Officers arrested the Green Bay man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) 4th offense.  The 42 year old Green Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail. 

Is Your Pet Cool?

Happy Independence Day

The men and women of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department hope each and everyone of you have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Luxemburg Woman Arrested For OWI

On June 30, 2015 at 12:34 PM, Officers were dispatched to the Walmart parking lot for a female inhaling air duster in the vehicle. Officers located the woman who was exiting the parking lot at the time. Upon making contact with the woman Officers determined that she had just finished huffing one of the cans of air duster. Officers administered field sobriety tests (FST's), which the woman failed. Officers arrested the 30 year old Luxemburg woman for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). The Luxemburg woman was incarcerated at the Door County Jail on OWI and Bail jumping.

Officers Investigating Thefts From Vehicles

Officers have taken multiple reports of thefts from vehicles in the last week or so. The thefts had occurred throughout the city. The majority of thefts could have been prevented by locking the vehicle. Officers remind citizens to contact law enforcement when they hear or see anything suspicious going on in their neighborhoods. Officers also remind citizens to follow these tips when leaving items in vehicles:

Keep Your Valuables Out of Sight The best way to prevent theft from your auto is to always keep valuables out of sight. Never leave cell phones, briefcases, suitcases, or electronic devices (cell phones, iPods, laptop computers, etc.) in your car in plain view. Take these items with you, or secure them—all the time, every time. Secure Your GPS Device While many GPS devices are mounted in the dashboard of the vehicle, the SBPD encourages anyone who uses a portable GPS device to take it with you, along with any other items of value, when you park the car. Use Your Trunk If your car has a trunk, use it. Put valuables in there or in a locked glove compartment. Hiding items under seats is better than leaving them in plain view, but securing them inside the glove compartment or trunk is a far better deterrent. Don't Tempt Thieves with New Purchases During the holiday season especially, or any time you’re shopping, place packages in the trunk, not on the passenger seats or floors. Remove Your Radio Faceplate If you can unfasten your sound system and take it with you, or lock it in your trunk, do so. And don’t forget to do the same with your CDs and tapes. Lock It Up Also, keep your car doors and windows locked—all the time!