Happy New Year's

Before going out, program a taxi companies phone number in your phone for a ride home if you don't have a designated driver.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Officers "donut" want to end up being your designated driver.  We hope for a safe ending to 2017 and beginning of 2018!  

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department is participating in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled over initiative from December 15 through January 1.  

We encourage everyone to drink responsibly and if you choose to drink, use a designated driver or a cab.  During this holiday season, don't risk being arrested for OWI and don't risk endangering yourself and others on the road.  A safe holiday is a merry holiday!

The Wisconsin DOT offers a Drive Sober mobile app that includes a blood alcohol estimator, designated driver selector, and find-a-ride feature that uses a smart phone's GPS to locate alternative transportation.

Update on Monday's Incident

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department has the released the name of the man arrested in the Domestic Disturbance call that involved him wielding a knife on Monday, December 17, 2017 as 26 year old Brian C. Crook from Sturgeon Bay.  During this arrest, the tactical rifle carried by Sturgeon Bay officer Kyle Engebose who was in the same room but not in the act of arresting Brian Crook, discharged into the floor. The bullet fragments struck Door County Sheriff’s deputy Mike Reeths in upper rear left thigh area. Deputy Reeths was taken to Door County Ministry Health Center where he was released later the same day.

Brian Crooks has been charged with: Threat to a Law Enforcement Officer, Resist an Officer and Disorderly Conduct Use of Dangerous Weapon.

The Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation continues to investigate the discharge of the firearm.

 Prepared by: Captain Dan Brinkman, Sturgeon Bay Police Department

With all the snow Mother Nature provided this week, be safe this weekend with your winter activities.   

Chop N Shop With A Cop 2017

A few of the Sturgeon Bay Police Officers and the Sturgeon Bay Liaison Officer partnered up with Law Enforcement Officers from the Door County Sheriff’s Department and Wisconsin DNR to spend the day with thirty area children at the 15th Annual Chop “N” Shop with a Cop program.

The day was spent picking out the perfect Christmas tree at Door County Tree Farm, Shopping at Target for the perfect gifts, visits with Santa and finished up the day with a gift wrapping pizza party sponsored by Sonny’s Pizza.

Thank you to Lt. Tammy Sternard for organizing the event and to all the volunteers for giving these children a special Christmas.

   

Winter Parking Ban

Reminder the city of Sturgeon Bay's winter parking restrictions are in effect.  City ordinance 7.07 states:

No operator of any vehicle shall park such vehicle upon any street within the city between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. during December, January, February and March.  

The Street Department's snow plow drivers would like to thank everyone in advance for following this ordinance and helping them clear our streets more efficiently. Special parking permit applications and information can be obtained from the City of Sturgeon Bay Municipal Services office at 835 N 14th Avenue.  Forms are also available online at www.sturgeonbaywi.org.  

Failure to obey this ordinance can result in a $15 parking ticket.

Be safe and drive careful!

Five-Finger Discount is Not a Deal

Another arrest was made over the weekend for shoplifting.

Shoplifting in the City of Sturgeon Bay will result in:

• Citations
• Arrest
• Fines
• Embarrassment

And.....

 

And "Snow" It Begins

The forecast is "predicting" snow starting this evening which means drivers will have to learn how to drive again on those slick roads.  Reminder to give yourself extra time to get to your destination and don't follow to close to the vehicle in front of you in case you are unable to stop.  Although it may be fun, the Sturgeon Bay Police Department doesn't encourage decorating the roadways or parking lots with "donuts" or "cheerios".   Be safe and have a great weekend!

Unwanted Holiday Decoration

After hearing such a clatter a family dashed to the window to not find Santa and his sleigh, but instead a minivan decorating their house.  No one was injured and the juvenile driver may be received a lump of coal for Christmas. 

Doesn’t matter how old you are, please remember to drive your “sleigh” with a valid driver’s license.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Department reminds everyone to be safe this holiday season. 

WANTED

WANTED:  JAMEE JACOBI

                 CHARGES OF:

• Disorderly Conduct
• Bail Jumping
• Resisting/Obstructing Officer 

Any information, contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department at 920-746-2450

Good Luck Hunters

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to wish all the deer hunters a safe and enjoyable hunting season.

Oops, Wrong Direction

Keep your eyes on the road, as the GPS doesn't always know best! 

When it comes to driving, pay attention to the road and your surroundings.  Accidents happen from talking on the phone, looking at text messages, something dropping on the floor and picking it up, or looking at map or GPS even if it's for a split second.  Thankfully the driver of this vehicle was not injured.  

Winter Parking Ban

It's that time of year again and we have seen a little snow already!  With that being said, it's time to starting thinking of the winter parking ban that is in effect as of December 1, 2017 and ends April 1, 2018.  On street parking is prohibited from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. during those months. 

Special parking permit applications and information can be obtained from the City of Sturgeon Bay Municipal Services office at 835 N 14th Avenue.  Forms are also available online at www.sturgeonbaywi.org.  The information needed to complete the application is a name, address, license plate number, and vehicle information such as the year, make, model, etc.  Cost for a seasonal pass is $55.00 or $28.00 per month.  The cost of a parking ticket is $15.00 for each ticket cited to your vehicle and increases to $25 when the ticket has not paid by the due date. 

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the Sturgeon Bay Municipal Services Office Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. by calling 746-2914.  If you have questions regarding parking tickets, you may contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. by calling 746-2450.

 

Veteran's Day

With respect, honor, and gratitude the Sturgeon Bay Police Department thanks all the Veteran's for your service and sacrifices.   

 

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Trick or Treat tips for kids:

• Look both ways when crossing the street
• Carry a flashlight, glow stick, or wear reflective strips to increase your visibility at dark
• Make sure your costume is not dragging on the ground to avoid tripping
• Do not enter any homes without your parents
• Do not eat any candy until you get home to inspect it for sharp objects or opened wrappers that may be contaminated
• HAVE FUN!

Tips for the parents:

• Do not pass other vehicles that are stopped in the roadway as they are likely dropping or picking up kids.
• Pay extra attention near crosswalks, intersections and along the side of the roadways as kids tend to get overly excited and dart out in the road for the house across the street
• Drive under the speed limit for better reaction time
• Do not use cell phones or electronic devices

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department wishes everyone a fun and safe Halloween! 

Officer Gives Bullying Presentation

Officer Shew gave a bullying presentation to kindergartners at the Boys and Girls Club.   This is a great way for the Officers to teach the youth and also build a positive relationship with them.  Officer Shew joined them for snack time also and probably received some interesting questions and heard some great stories. 

Trick or Treat Hours

Sturgeon Bay
Trick or Treat Hours
October 31st
4pm-7pm

Tip A Cop

Officer Jose and Officer Shew put their waiter skills to work at Red Robins in Green Bay on October 19th for the Tip A Cop event.  Law Enforcement Officers partner up with athletes from Special Olympics to raise awareness and resources for Special Olympics Wisconsin and raised just short of $2000.  The three Special Olympic athletes that took place in the event will be competing in the State Bowling Championship next month.  Good luck bowlers!! 

 

Fall 50 Race This Weekend

Thousands of runners will be descending on Door County this weekend, as the 12th Annual Fall 50 run takes place. The run starts at 7am in Gills Rock. The course travels south and passes through Ellison Bay, Sister Bay, Ephraim, Peninsula Park, Fish Creek, Juddville, Egg Harbor, Murphy Park, Little Harbor, Old Stone Quarry Park and finally ends in Sturgeon Bay.

Many volunteers will be out helping things run smooth; please take your time and have patience if you are driving on the race course. For more information on the event, or to view the running course, visit www.fall50.com.

 Good luck to all the runners participating in this year's event!

New Stop Signs

There are new stop signs placed on the corners of 3rd Avenue and Nebraska, so be aware when driving in that area.  

Running With The Cops Instead Of From Them

Officer Brandon Shew participated in a 5K Run With Cops in Oshkosh on October 5th benefiting Special Olympics.  A few hundred citizens and over 30 Law Enforcement agencies participated in this event. Over 40 squad cars lit up the night course and runners collected flashing red and blue goodies along the way. There was also a pit stop along the way where you could grab a donut. Great job to Officer Shew for placing in the top 20 and participating in such a great cause! 

Sturgeon Bay Police Department Presents Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events

In the wake of the deadliest massacre in US history in Las Vegas this pasty Sunday, Sturgeon Bay Police Department's Captain Dan Brinkman will be presenting Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events.

This event will take place in the lower level of Sonny’s Pizzeria on Wednesday, October 4 from 5:00 – 6:30pm. This is a free presentation open to all members of the public. Citizens will learn valuable information on how to better survive and active shooter event.

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to the families that lost loved ones in the Las Vegas shooting and to those that were injured.   To the citizens that assisted all First Responders and Emergency Room Personnel we commend your bravery.

Big Brothers & Big Sisters Breakfast

Sturgeon Bay Police Officer Derek Jennerjohn and a Sunrise School student shared their story at the Big Brothers & Big Sisters Breakfast this week about the program including the expansion of Bigs in Blue or Brown.  This program is a great way for Law Enforcement to work closely with the youth of Sturgeon Bay & Door County and build a trusting relationship with our youth!

Big Brothers & Big Sisters program served 128 students in Door County in 2016 and serves so far 114 students in Door County in 2017 with a goal of reaching 135 students. 

Light Up Your Outdoor Activities

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

 

Whether it’s to see or be seen, we remind 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 as you get out there and enjoy this time of the year.

Harvest Festival Road Closure

Give yourself extra time when traveling downtown this weekend.  There will be road closures starting at 4:00 am Saturday, September 16th, on 3rd Avenue from Quincy to Jefferson Street.  Michigan Street and Oregon Street will still be open for traffic.  The roads are expected to be closed until late afternoon into early evening to allow for clean up. 

The Harvest Festival will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and the Car Show from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Click on the following link for more information: http://www.sturgeonbay.net/events/special-events/harvest-fest-street-art-auction.  Stop out and enjoy the festivities!

Remembering 9/11

A remembrance service was held this morning at City Hall in honor of the heroes from 9/11. We remember those that lost their lives and sacrificed themselves to help others. 

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to thank those that continue to serve our communities and country.

Credit Card Skimming Devices Found at Kewaunee County Gas Station

 

Release: Kewaunee County Sheriff's Department

On September 7, 2017 the Kewaunee County Sheriff’s Department received a complaint that an electronic credit card reading device had been found at a fuel pump within Kewaunee County.

Upon arrival, officers where provided information that the device would have been installed sometime in the early morning hours of September 7th, and that the devices were installed on two different pumps at that location.

The Kewaunee County Sheriff’s Department along with all local law enforcement agencies have notified all fuel point services throughout Kewaunee County to determine the extent of this activity within Kewaunee County.

As of September 8, 2017 no other fuel points in Kewaunee County were found to have been tampered with.

While this appears to have been an isolated incident and remedied immediately by the affected fuel point, it is always recommended that individuals monitor any and all transactions taking place on your personal credit and or debit cards. .

Businesses are being asked to take additional precautions to monitor their equipment and report any signs of tampering to your local law enforcement agency.

The Kewaunee County Sheriff’s Department has contacted all gas station owners in the area and the Door County Sheriff’s Department to keep a look out for other possible cases of skimming devices.



 
  

Third Shift Pit Crew

NASCAR may be calling to recruit our third shift officers as new pit crew members.  Officer Coyhis, Officer Crabb, and Officer Shew assisted a young lady in changing her flat tire as she informed them she had no idea how to change it. 

Think Twice Before Reaching For Your Phone

The next time your driving and you can't find your phone, wait until you are stopped or at your destination to look for it. 

A 33 year old male admitted to looking for his phone when he struck a couple mailboxes on August 26th.  Unfortunately, the individual did not report hitting the mail boxes and was identified after investigation.  The individual will receive citations for hit and run, operate without insurance, and inattentive driving. 

Labor Day Weekend

 

 

Labor Day was created as a way to acknowledge and pay tribute to the workforce for all that they have done to make our country prosperous and strong.  We would like to thank the citizens for their hard work in making this community safe.  

 

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Labor Day weekend!

 

Sturgeon Bay Police Officer Promoted to Sergeant

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department announces the promotion of Officer Shawn Mogen to Police Sergeant, effective September 1, 2017.

 

Shawn started with the Sturgeon Bay Police Department June 2011. Prior to becoming a police officer, Shawn spent 21 years with the United States Coast Guard; retiring with the status of Chief Warrant Officer.

Shawn is a member of the Police Department’s Dive Team, Special Operation Team and is the lead officer of the Marine Patrol. He is also the Department’s liaison point of contact with the Coast Guard.

Shawn excels at his profession, and will be a valued member of the leadership team of the Department. Shawn’s devotion is a direct demonstration of our mission statement which in part reads: the Mission of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department is the serve, protect, and work in partnership with the community to ensure a safe nurturing environment.

 

Congratulations Sergeant Mogen!

 

 

New Squad Security

Don't mess with the squads or you will

have to answer to this little fella. 

Stabbing

On August 27th at around 2:19 in the morning a 30 year old male was stabbed in the back at a local resort by a 29 year old male.  The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment and the 29 year old male was arrested.  The incident is still under investigation. 

1st Safe Kids Day Event In The Books

Community Service Officer Day entertained the kids at the 1st Annual Safe Kids Door County Day event.  She said one of the highlights of the day was having a little boy come up to her and say someday he wants to be a Police Officer.  This was a great interactive and educational event for the kids.  There are other great photos on Facebook under Safe Kids Door County. 

Thank you!

 

The Sturgeon Bay Police and Fire Commission would like to thank Chuck Brann for his years of dedicated and professional services to the Sturgeon Bay Police Department, Fire Department and the citizens and visitors of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

Congratulations on a job well done!

Burglary

The West Side baseball field concession stand was burglarized sometime between August 16th - August 21st.  The door was discovered opened on August 21st at 6:00 pm by the manager of a Monday night baseball league.   Gatorade, soda, and candy were the items missing and valued at around $122.00. 

If you have any information, please contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department at 920-746-2450.

Escaped Vehicle

Have you ever had that moment when you walk out of the store and can't remember where you parked?  The owner of this vehicle walked out of Wal-Mart knowing where the vehicle was parked, but to the surprise of the owner the vehicle wasn't there.  While the owner was shopping, the vehicle rolled backwards striking the fence and thankfully did not end up in the pond or strike any other vehicles.  The vehicle was in park when this occurred and was not occupied.  That ended up being one expensive shopping trip. 

Retirement

Squad 40, the last of the true police vehicles, the infamous Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor has retired for a new model.  Like Queen Victoria herself, she was a hard worker and looked good until the end!