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!

Two Rivers Man Arrested For Bailjumping

On June 28, 2015 at 2:39 AM, Officers working the west side of Sturgeon Bay were watching a large crowd that had gathered in front of Benny Dz. While watching the crowd Officers observed a 21 year old Two Rivers man who officers knew might have an active warrant for his arrest. Officers also determined that the man wasn't supposed to be drinking alcohol. Officers made contact with the 21 year old Two Rivers man and arrested him for an active warrant and bail jumping due to being in violation of his bond conditions. Officers incarcerated the Two Rivers man at the Door County Jail.

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For OWI

On June 26, 2015 at 12:19 AM, Officers stopped a vehicle for speeding on the east side of Sturgeon Bay. Officers made contact with the driver a 27 year old Sturgeon Bay man and found that he had been drinking. Officers attempted to administer field sobriety tests to the driver, but the driver refused to do them. The 27 year old Sturgeon Bay man was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) and transported to the Door County Jail.

Sturgeon Bay Police Fireworks Safety Tips

The Sturgeon Bay Police would like to remind everyone if you are planning on lighting fireworks off next weekend remember to abide by Wisconsin State Laws. A few examples of fireworks allowed are: sparklers (36 inches in length or shorter), stationary cones and fountains, toy snakes, smoke bombs, caps, noisemakers, confetti poppers with less than ¼ grain of explosive mixture and novelty devices that spin or move on the ground.

Fireworks such as: firecrackers, Roman candles, bottle rockets and mortars require permits and are illegal if you don’t have permits for them. A general rule is that if the device explodes or leaves the ground…it is illegal!  If you chose to violate state law Officers can issue a citation, which is couple hundred dollars. Remember if you light fireworks off and cause damage to property or if someone is injured you could be held liable for those damages.

Remember if you choose to use consumer fireworks to celebrate this year's Fourth of July festivities, remember the following safety tips from the National Council on Fireworks Safety:

• A responsible adult should supervise all fireworks activities.
• Never give fireworks to young children.
• Always purchase fireworks from reliable sources.
• Follow label directions carefully.
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
• Use fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from buildings and vehicles.
• Never carry fireworks in your pocket or shoot them in metal or glass containers.
• Light them one at a time then move back quickly.
• Don't experiment with homemade fireworks.
• Observe local laws and use common sense.
• Sparklers, fountains and other items that many states allow for use by consumers are not appropriate when a large crowd is present.
• If attending a community display, leave your own fireworks at home -- there will be plenty of excitement provided by the display.
• Always have a water supply near when lighting off fireworks.

A "Wheely" Good Time

Thank you Door County Paramedics, Door County Silent Sports, Thrivent Financial, and Bay View Lutheran Church for your partnership in the "Bike Rally" on June 24th.  Thank you to all the adults and youth that took place in the event also. 

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested On Warrants

On June 23, 2015 at 1:30 PM, Officers were dispatched to Motel 57 to assist staff with escorting two individuals from the building. While on scene Officers learned that a 29 year old Sturgeon Bay man had been staying there. Officers learned that the 29 year old Sturgeon Bay man had two outstanding warrants for his arrest. Officers initially couldn't find the man, but later observed a man fitting the description attempting to crawl through a rear window of the motel. Officers made contact with the man who initially attempted to flee on foot. While fleeing the man dropped his wallet and a bottle of alcohol. Officers arrested the man for the outstanding warrants and a probation hold. The 29 year old Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Sturgeon Bay Woman Arrested For Theft

On June 22, 2015, Officers were contacted by Walmart loss prevention staff reference a theft, which had occurred earlier in the week. Officers learned that a woman had entered the store and had taken multiple blue ray and DVD movies without paying for them. Officers identified the woman as a 33 year old Sturgeon Bay woman and found that she has also been stealing from the Green Bay Walmart's. Officers served a search warrant on her residence and recovered some of the stolen movies. The 33 year old Sturgeon Bay woman was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Sturgeon Bay Woman Cited In Downtown Disturbance

On June 20, 2015 at 2:33 AM, Officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Kentucky Street for a physical disturbance. Upon arrival Officers met with the complainant who states a female who was outside the bar had punched her in the face causing minor injuries.  Based on the officers investigation they determined that there was some sort of verbal altercation that occurred before the assault. Officers cited a 24 year old Sturgeon Bay woman for Disorderly Conduct.

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested In Disturbance

On June 17, 2015 at 7:58 AM, Officers responded to a disturbance in the construction area on Maple Street. Upon arrival Officers found a 31 year old Sturgeon Bay man being held down by construction workers. Officers found that the Sturgeon Bay man had entered the construction zone and began to operate a nearby backhoe. The Sturgeon Bay man who was intoxicated was coaxed out of the machinery by nearby workers. Once out the man began to run towards an open trench. The construction workers stopped the man from going into the trench until officers arrived to secure the man. Officers arrested the Sturgeon Bay man on a  Probation Hold and referred charges to the Door County District Attorneys office for Disorderly Conduct. The 58 year old Sturgeon Bay man was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Give A Tip

Officers remind residents to continue using the "Give A Tip" web tip form, which is available on the Sturgeon Bay Police Departments Facebook Page under "submit a tip" 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!

Bike Safety Rodeo, June 24, 2015

On June 24, 2015 from 6 PM to 7 PM, there will be a Bike Safety Rodeo at Bay View Lutheran Church located at 340 W Maple St, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. Everyone is welcome to attend this event. Kids will need to bring their own bikes with them in good operating condition: tires inflated, seats adjusted properly, etc. There will be a booth/tent for children’s bikes to be inspected and if any issues are found they can be corrected on site. All children will receive a brand new free bike helmet. There will be a bike course for them to ride on and a safety briefing on rules of the road for bicyclists.

Additionally Door County EMS will be putting on a first aid presentation for all children as well. Each child will be receiving a gift basket. Sturgeon Bay Officers and CSO’s will be putting the function on with assistance from Door County Silent Sports, Door County EMS, and church members.

Officers Investigating Stolen Vehicle

On June 15, 2015 at 7 AM, Officers were dispatched to Evenson Laundry for a stolen vehicle. Upon arrival officers found that a White Ford Econoline E250 van with WI plate FS2370 was stolen from the parking lot overnight. The vans driver side door should have a sticker on it saying "prime cut".

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

2 Cited For Public Urination Downtown

On June 12th at 10:15 PM, Officers on foot patrol downtown observed a male urinating near the city docks by Stone Harbor Resort. The male identified as a 35 year old Appleton man was cited for public urination and sent on his way.

On June 13th at 12:15 AM, Officers working downtown observed a female squatting in the stairwell leading to the reality building on third avenue. Officers observed the female urinating in the stairwell. The female was identified as a 28 year old Oshkosh woman. Officers cited the woman for public urination and sent her on her way.

Officers Investigating Theft At Observatory

On June 3, 2015 at 12 PM, Officers were dispatched to the Police Department for a theft complaint. Upon arrival officers spoke to the complainant who states someone had stolen two moons from a metal display recently created by the entrance to the observatory off of Utah Street.

 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.

Sturgeon Bay Woman Arrested For OWI 2

On June 12, 2015 at 10:02 AM, Officers were called to the Door County Justice Center for an intoxicated driver. Upon arrival Officers spoke to deputies providing security for the court rooms who state a female identified as a 29 year old Sturgeon Bay woman had left the court room smelling of alcohol. Officers made contact with the Sturgeon Bay woman and found that she had been drinking. Field Sobriety Tests (FSTS) were administered, which the woman failed. A preliminary breath test was administered, which indicated a .19 amount. Officers arrested the Sturgeon Bay woman for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) 2nd offense and incarcerated her at the Door County Jail.

Sturgeon Bay Man Arrested For Third OWI

On June 12, 2015 at 12:29 AM, Officers stopped a vehicle for travelling in the other lane of travel on Third Avenue. Officers identified the driver as a 37 year old Sturgeon Bay man.  While talking with the driver officers found that the driver had been drinking alcohol. Field Sobriety Tests (FSTS) were administered, which the driver failed. A preliminary breath test was administered, which indicated a .28 amount. Officers arrested the Sturgeon Bay man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) 3rd offense and incarcerated him at the Door County Jail.

Sturgeon Bay Marine Patrol Hits The Water

Just a reminder with the weather getting warmer and warmer the Sturgeon Bay Marine Patrol will be out on the waters of Sturgeon Bay patrolling. Marine Patrol Officers will be out looking for violations of the no wake ordinance (Shown Above On Map In "Yellow") and other safety violations such as intoxicated boaters. Marine Patrol Officers remind everyone to have a safe and fun time while out enjoying the waters of Lake Michigan.

Sturgeon Bay Man Charged With Possession Of Child Pornography

On June 2, 2015, a 19 year old Sturgeon Bay man was charged in Door County Circuit Court with 16 counts of Possession of Child Pornography, Child Sexual Exploitation - Videos, Records, etc, Possess Drug Paraphernalia, and 2 counts of Possession of Controlled Substance following a search warrant that was executed on his residence in late January of 2015. The search warrant stemmed from a cyber tip received by the Sturgeon Bay Police Department.

COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION OF

REGISTERED SEX OFFENDER

Pursuant to section 301.46(e) of the Wisconsin Statutes, the Chief of Police of the City of Sturgeon Bay and the Sheriff of Door County 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.  The following person is a registered sex offender who resides in the City of Sturgeon Bay.

 

Tobin J. Wendt

DOB: 07-22-1971

Male/Caucasian

6’00”, 189 lbs.

Brown Hair, Blue Eyes.

1^st Degree Sexual Assault of a Child

Possession of Child Pornography (2 Counts)

 

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department and the Door county Sheriff’s Department each maintain files concerning registered sex offenders.  These files or portions thereof are available for review by the general public in a manner specified in section 301.46 of the Wisconsin Statutes.

 

Sex offenders have always lived in our community but it was not until Act 440 was enacted which allows law enforcement to share this information with the community.  Citizen abuse of this information to threaten, intimidate or harass the registered sex offender will not be tolerated.

Dated 6-5-15