Open House for Police Explorer Post

The Sturgeon Bay Police Explorer Post is hosting an open house on June 6, 2017 at 6:00 pm, at the Sturgeon Bay Police Department.  

The Explorer Program is for students who are interested in learning about the duties and responsibilities of a law enforcement officer. The program includes educational presentations and hands-on activities that includes:

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

The program is open to men and women between the ages of 14-21.  Before being accepted into the program, applicants must pass a background check and be a good, responsible student.

Anyone interested in learning more about the program can contact Officer Brandon Shew at (920) 746-2450 or email at bshew@sturgeonbaywi.org 

Bike Auction Today!

Viewing is up for the SBPPA bike auction happing TODAY at 5pm!

REMINDER: Slow-No-Wake zone on Sturgeon Bay waters

Attention All Boaters:  City of Sturgeon Bay Municipal Ordinance 14.07 regulates the operation of boats on the waters of Sturgeon Bay that fall within the city limits. The ordinance defines slow-no-wake as a "speed at which a boat moves as slowly as possible while still maintain steerage control." Further information on the ordinance can be found at: Sturgeon Bay Slow-No-Wake

The below map shows the approximate area of the water that is designated as slow-no-wake.  This has been done to ensure the safety of marinas, shoreline and boaters.  Thank you to everyone for their cooperation in following this ordinance.

Have a safe and enjoyable boating season!!!

Remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice...

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to remember and honor the memory of our Door County military service members who lost their lives in service to our country.  

 

   

 

Stolen Trailer

 

A 12' Silver Triton brand utility trailer, similar to the picture, went missing May 18th from property on Egg Harbor Road.  There is a dent in the tool box on the drivers side. 

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

SBPD participating in Click It or Ticket

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department will join hundreds of other law enforcement agencies throughout Wisconsin for the annual Click It or Ticket safety belt enforcement campaign from May 22 to June 4.

Chief Arleigh Porter says, “Whether you’re a driver or a passenger, wearing a safety belt is the single most important step you can take to protect yourself every time you travel.”  The Department’s goal is to not write citations, but through education and enforcement, seat belt use will increase and we can prevent injuries and deaths.

Wisconsin’s safety belt use rate is at  88.4 percent, the highest ever, but nearly half of the drivers and passengers killed in Wisconsin traffic crashes last year were not wearing safety belts. In addition, last year there were over 68,500 convictions for failure to fasten a seat belt. 

Buckling up protects yourself from being ejected during a crash or thrown violently around inside you vehicle.  Click It or Ticket is all about preventing injuries and saving lives!

Sturgeon Bay Welcomes New Officers

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department welcomes two new officers to the Department.  The positions fill vacancies created when Officer South left in December 2016 and the recent retirement of Sgt. Zager. Each officer is currently in the Department's Field Training Program, which lasts 14 weeks. Upon successful completion of field training, the officer moves to solo patrol, where they remain on probationary status for one year while undergoing further performance evaluations.        

Officer Andrew Crabb started on April 3.  Officer Crabb grew up in Wausau, WI, and served in the US Navy from 2000-2007.  His time in the Navy included being a Marine Diesel Mechanic and being assigned to a Visit Board Search and Seizure Team.

Officer Crabb obtained an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice from Northcentral Technical College and a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration from Upper Iowa University.

Officer Crabb previously worked as a Police Officer for the Marathon City Police Department between 2009-2017.  He and his family chose to make Sturgeon Bay home because of the small town feel of the community and the outdoor activities the area offers.    

Officer Luke Deibele began his service with Sturgeon Bay on April 17. Officer Deibele grew up in Kiel, WI, graduating from Roncalli High School in Manitowoc.  He went on to attend Marquette University obtaining a degree in International Affairs. 

Officer Deibele came to us from Madison, where he was employed as a Sheriff Deputy for the Dane County Sheriff's Office from 2008-2017.  He enjoys learning new cultures and languages, and currently speaks fluent Spanish and German.  Officer Deibele's language skills will be an asset to the Department and community.

Officer Deibele wanted to get closer to family, and the geography and size of Sturgeon Bay was a perfect fit for him.  He says:
"I am very excited to be a member of this wonderful community.!"  
Spanish: Yo estoy muy feliz ser un miembro de esta maravillosa comunidad!      
German: Ich bin sehr glücklich, ein Mitglied von dieser wunderbaren Gemeinschaft zu sein!

SBPD Officers attend Memorial

Officer Derek Jennerjohn and Officer Andrew Crabb attended the 27th Annual Wisconsin Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony at the State Capital in Madison on Friday, May 19. The ceremony honors officers killed in the line of duty.  Three names were added to the Memorial this year.  

Governor Walker spoke at the ceremony, saying, “From Beloit to the Apostle Islands, from Ellsworth to Washington Island – law enforcement officers all throughout our great state risk their lives every day to protect us from harm.  We owe all of our law enforcement officers sincere thanks every day for their selfless service. Today, however, we offer special, heartfelt thanks to those that paid the ultimate sacrifice for our safety by laying down their lives in the line of duty. We honor them, and keep their loved ones in our thoughts and prayers

Found Property

On Thursday, May 18th, a purse was found holding two oxygen tanks in the bushes near Ironwood Street and Hudson. 

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



POSTPONEMENT of Emergency Vehicle Fun Day

We have been notified that the Emergency Vehicle Fun Day scheduled for tomorrow (May 20) at the Cherryland Airport is being postponed, due to the weather forecast.

A make-up date has not been decided on.

Thank you Sturgeon Bay!

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to express our thanks to the Mayor, City Council, citizens and business in our community for showing appreciation to the men and women of this Department during National Police Week.  The officers of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department take great pride in serving this city, day and night.  

National Police Week was established in 1962, when President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day.


At the May 16 City Council meeting, 
Mayor Birmingham and the City Council issued a Proclamation to Chief Arleigh Porter recognizing Police Week and the service provided by SBPD. 














Thank you to Sturgeon Bay High School Student Council for providing the department some treats and Mrs. Richard's 4th grade class at Sunrise Elementary School for some appreciation cards.  

Several other citizens and businesses have sent goodies and thank you letters to the Department, and your expression of gratitude is noticed and appreciated.

It's been an OWI week...

UPDATE: There is another OWI ...

On May 19, just before 1:00am,an officer identified a vehicle revving its engine and squealing its tires.  The vehicle drove behind Butch's Bar, where officers made contact with the 23 year old male driver from Michigan.  The driver smelled of alcohol and refused to conduct the requested field sobriety tests.  The driver was arrested for OWI-1st offense.  Additional citations were issued for disorderly conduct with a motor vehicle and unregistered auto.
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On May 14 at 2:45am, officers were dispatched to 1st Ave at the Bay Shipbuilding gate for an unoccupied vehicle that struck the gate.  When the officer arrived on scene, another officer was dispatched to a vehicle theft complaint, where the caller stated his vehicle was taking from the Brick Lot.  Police made contact with the caller, a 32 year old male from Sturgeon Bay, who reported his vehicle had been stolen.  An investigation would reveal the vehicle had not been stolen and the male was driving the vehicle when it crashed into the fence.  The male was intoxicated and field sobriety tests indicated the male was impaired.  The male was arrested for OWI-2nd offense.  Additional citations were issued for hit and run, and failure to notify police of an accident.  The case will also be referred to the DA's Office for consideration of a criminal charge of Obstructing an Officer for lying to police and providing false information to mislead the investigation.


On May 14 at 9:15pm, police stopped a vehicle for a defective headlight.  The driver, a 53 year old female from Sturgeon Bay, had a strong odor of intoxicants.  Field sobriety tests showed impairment and she was arrested for OWI-1st offense.


On May 17 at 2:20am, police stopped a vehicle for not coming to a complete stop at a flashing red light, and the registered owner was found to have a revoked drivers license.  Contact was made with the driver and vehicle owner, a 31 year old female from Sturgeon Bay.  The driver reported to have an occupational license, but the DOT return did not show an occupational license had been issued.  The officer detected an odor of alcohol from the driver.  Field sobriety tests indicated impairment and the driver was arrested for 2nd offense OWI.  In addition, the driver was cited for Operating with a Revoked License and Failure to Install an IID
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Congratulations Sgt. Zager!

CONGRATULATIONS &

BEST WISHES IN 
RETIREMENT

Sergeant Investigator Greg Zager retired from the Sturgeon Bay Police Department in March, proudly serving the city residents for over 22 years.  Sgt. Zager had prior experience with the Wood County Sheriffs Department, Maple Bluff Police Department and the Sun Prairie Police Department before making Sturgeon Bay home.

During his time here, Sgt. Zager earned his Master's Degree and graduated from the FBI National Academy in 2008.  Sgt. Zager excelled in all areas of criminal investigations and developed a statewide reputation for his work in investigating Internet Crimes Against Children.  

At the May 16 City Council meeting, Chief Arleigh Porter presented Sgt. Zager and his wife a shadow box, displaying all the different badges he wore while employed as a police officer for Sturgeon Bay.  Sgt. Zager was also presented a plaque for an Outstanding Service Award on behalf of Wisconsin's Attorney General, Brad Schimel.

We wish Sgt. Zager and his family all the best and thank you for your service!

Bike Auction

STURGEON BAY PROFESSIONAL

POLICE ASSOCIATION

 2017 BIKE AUCTION

                          Time: 5pm

 

                         Date: Tuesday, May 30th

 

                         Location: Police Department Parking Lot

                         Viewing: 1pm until the time of Auction

 For questions, please call 746-2450.

May 10th Event

Reminder that Wednesday, May 10th is National Bike to School Day.  Established in 2012 this event celebrates the benefits of biking to school. 

Temporary Road Closure

We have been notified that WPS needs to close down Delaware Street today between N 3rd Ave and N 4th Ave.  This closure is needed to run gas lines.  The road will reopen by the end of the day.