Fireworks Safety

The Sturgeon Bay Police would like to remind everyone if you are planning on lighting fireworks off this 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.  Be patient with the traffic when leaving the community event. 
• Always have a water supply near when lighting off fireworks.

Have a fun weekend and enjoy the festivities!

A New Squad

Community Service Officer Selene Day attended an event at Wal-Mart this past weekend and tried trading in her squad for the Oscar Meyer mobile.  When she was able to pull herself away from the Oscar Meyer mobile, she interacted with the kids and showed them a Sturgeon Bay Police Department squad. 

Fight Involving A Knife And Two Arrested

Sturgeon Bay Police Department responded to a call on June 26th involving two males that had been in an altercation.  One of the males were punched in the face and retaliated by slashing the other male in the arm with a knife.  Both men were medically treated and arrested. 

Lane Changes

Be aware of the lane changes on West Maple at Madison Avenue. 

Vehicle Pet Safety

Animals are not able to sweat like humans do. Dogs cool themselves by panting and by sweating through their paws. If they have only overheated air to breathe, animals can collapse, suffer brain damage and possibly die of heatstroke. Just 15 minutes can be enough for an animal's body temperature to climb from a normal 102.5 to deadly levels that will damage the nervous and cardiovascular systems, often leaving the animal comatose, dehydrated and at risk of permanent impairment or death.

Precautions:

•  Leave your dog at home on warm days.
•  On trips with your pet, bring plenty of fresh drinking water and bowl.
•  Don't let dogs ride loose in pick-up truck beds. The hot metal can burn a dog's paws, the sun and flying debris can hurt the dog, the dog can accidentally be thrown out of the truck if the brakes are suddenly applied, and the dog can jump out if scared or upon seeing something interesting to chase. Instead, use a crate to create a safer space for the dog if you can't fit the dog inside the truck cab.
• Take the dog into the shade, an air conditioned area, or to the vet if you see signs of heat exhaustion, which include restlessness, excessive thirst, heavy panting, lethargy, dark tongue, rapid pulse, fever, vomiting, glazed eyes, dizziness, or lack of coordination. To lower body temperature gradually, give the animal water to drink, place a cold towel or ice pack on the head, neck and chest, and/or immerse the dog in cool (not cold) water. Call your veterinarian.
• Get free brochures to use to educate pet owners.

If you see a pet in a vehicle on a hot day, take immediate action:

• Note the car make, model, color and tag number, then go to the nearest stores and ask the managers to page the owner.
• Call the police, which usually can respond much faster than can animal control departments. The police have the capability to enter the vehicle and rescue the pet.

Numerous calls are received at the Sturgeon Bay Police Department of animals left in a vehicle on hot days.  We appreciate the support of the community looking after our furry friends. 

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

                       

 

June 15^th  is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.  This is a day set aside to bring greater recognition the under-identified and often unspoken problem of elder abuse.  In 2016, 247 incidents of elder abuse, neglect and exploitation were reported in Door County.  Unfortunately, many more incidents are not reported for a variety of reasons.  To learn more about elder abuse and what you can do, please visit www.eldermistreatment.usc.edu/ .

Sergeant Hougaard represents the Sturgeon Bay Police Department as an active member of the Elder and Adult-at-Risk Interdisciplinary Team – which works to raise community awareness regarding elder abuse and engages in case consultation (without identifying information) to assist all member organizations in providing the best service possible to those in need.

Please join the Senior Center all month to raise awareness of elder abuse and honor the older adults in our community.

• June 12^th – June 23^rd     Pinwheel display at the ADRC / Senior Center

Door County incidents of elder abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and self-neglect, reflected in pinwheels on the lawn outside the ADRC / Senior Center  

• June 14^th and June 15^th   Wear purple to celebrate seniors and take a stand against elder abuse!
• June 26^th, 12:00 p.m.  Scams, Scams, Everywhere

Officer Chad Mielke of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department will give an informative presentation on scams and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

• June 29^th, 12:45 p.m.  HELP of Door County

Elder abuse advocate Judy Gregory will share information on the role of HELP of Door County in supporting older adults who have experienced intimate partner abuse.

 

 

 

 

The Storm

This amazing photo taken by Luke Collins Photography captures the unique storm activity yesterday.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Department sends our thoughts to areas that experienced damage and loss from this storm.

National Flag Day

We honor Old Glory on June 14th, in honor of the day in 1777 in which the Continental Congress adopted the American flag. It is unclear when it first became a holiday, but some states have adopted it as a holiday.

Stop and visit the many flags in front of City Hall the next time you are on a walk, bike ride, or visiting the Farmers Market on Saturday. 

Flooding Information

 

                                    
 
The storm this morning has flooded multiple roads and the Sturgeon Bay Police Department asks drivers to be cautious and try to avoid flooded areas.  The pictures are of 14th Avenue and Georgia by Thunderhill Estates and Evenson Laundry.  There was also flooding when coming off Michigan Street Bridge and 1st Avenue. 

Vehicle expenses going through flooded waters:

·       Have the fluids checked, maybe change the oil, have a look at the transmission to see if it looks like strawberry milk; if it gets water in it, it turns pink.

·       An oil change costing $35. Driving with water in the engine can ruin it. If your car stalled out, do not try to restart it.

·       Some cars will have damaged the engine because the motor will suck water into it and lock it up and bend the rod.

·       Flushing out an engine and other parts can run a couple of hundred dollars.

·       If the water got inside the car and soaked the carpet, expect to pay close to a thousand dollars to get things dried out and running again.

Take extra precautions if you're forced to drive through water:

If no alternate route exists and you have no other reasonable alternative but to drive through standing water.

• Do your best to estimate the depth of the water (if other cars are driving through, take note of how deep the water is).
• Drive slowly and steadily through the water.
• Avoid driving in water that downed electrical or power lines have fallen in — electric current passes through water easily.
• Watch for items traveling downstream — they can trap or crush you if you're in their path.
• If you have driven through water up to the wheel rims or higher, test your brakes on a clear patch of road at low speed. If they are wet and not stopping the vehicle as they should, dry them by pressing gently on the brake pedal with your left foot while maintaining speed with your right foot.
• Stay off the telephone unless you must report severe injuries.
• If your vehicle stalls in the deep water, you may need to restart the engine to make it to safety. Keep in mind that restarting may cause irreparable damage to the engine.
• If you can't restart your vehicle and you become trapped in rising water, immediately abandon it for higher ground. Try to open the door or roll down the window to get out of the vehicle. If you are unable to get out safely, call 911 or get the attention of a passerby or someone standing on higher ground so that they may call for help.

 

An IPad was found this afternoon near 4th and Jefferson.  It is password protected and the owner will be asked to enter the password to verify it is their tablet. 

Stuff the Squad is a Success!

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department joined up with Pick n Save to support Feed My People/Clothe My People through their Stuff The Squad program.  The event kicked off on June 3 with an appearance by Green Bay Packer LeRoy Butler.  Go Pack Go!

On June 10, Chief Arleigh Porter and Sgt. Chad Hougaard made an appearance at Pick n Save to Stuff a Squad and participate in a live radio broadcast by WIXX 101.

On Monday, the groceries will be delivered to Feed My People.  Anyone who wants to contribute to the program can still stop at Pick n Save through Sunday and purchase pre-made bags of grocery items for $5 or $10.  Customers may also purchase their own items and leave them in the bin at the front of the store.

Thank you to everyone for purchasing and donating items to support Stuff The Squad!  We look forward to participating next year and growing the program in Sturgeon Bay.

Extra thanks to Pick n Save for asking us to be their partner in this fantastic program that gives back to our local community, and to LeRoy Butler and WIXX for their support.  

LeRoy Butler "36" & Sgt. Chad Hougaard

June 3, the kick off to "Stuff the Squad" at Pick n Save

Chief Porter doing a live broadcast with "Fife" from WIXX

Thank you Pick n Save & WIXX

Stuffing the Squad

 Farmers Market

 

 Steel Bridge Songfest

 

 Side Pork Fest and Hog Wild Run

 

With all these events happening in downtown Sturgeon Bay this weekend, please be aware of your surroundings while driving. We ask drivers and pedestrians to obey the rules of the crosswalks.

 

Also a reminder of the parking rules posted in Market Square, especially the night before the Farmers Market.

 

 

We hope everyone has a safe and fun weekend!

Schools Out For The Summer

 

 

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to congratulate the 2017 High School and 8th Grade Graduates.  Good luck on your next adventure! 

 

Wishing all the students a fun and safe summer vacation!  

Expensive $5 Bill

A citizen turned in a rolled up $5 bill containing cocaine found in an alley.  The owner of this property is more than welcomed to come to the Sturgeon Bay Police Department. 

7th Offense For Reckless Driver

 

On June 6th, an anonymous call of a reckless driver on Highway 57 was reported to the Door County Sheriff's Department. The 53 year male driver was located in the city limits by a Sturgeon Bay Police Department Officer and arrested for "Operating While Intoxicated" 7th offense and "Operating After Revocation". 

 

Stopping and preventing impaired driving is always a focus of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department.  Thank you to the anonymous caller for alerting Law Enforcement and assisting in keeping the roads safe.  

 

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 



 



UPDATE OF THEFT OF ITEMS

ITEM 1 - FOUND



Orbital Lift, yellow and red in color, 2 wheels with trailer hitch and bucket to raise a person.

BRAND: GILLISON MODEL: 9816 SERIAL NUMBER: 1208
VALUED AT $15,000

INCIDENT INFORMATION:
Last seen parked in front of 436 N. 5th Avenue on 5-7-17.


ITEM 2

12' silver aluminum utility trailer with dent in the driver's side front tool box and ramp on the back.

BRAND: TRITON
VALUED AT $4,000

INCIDENT INFORMATION:
Last seen parked behind 949 Egg Harbor Road on 5-17-17.

If anyone has information on either item, please contact the Sturgeon Bay Police Department; or use the 'Submit a Tip' link on our Facebook page.

2 Arrested For OWI

On June 5, 2017 at 7:38 PM, Officers were dispatched to a reckless driver complaint. Officers found the vehicle travelling north over the Bayview Bridge. While observing the vehicle Officers saw the vehicle nearly strike the bridge and then go over the center line of the roadway. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and identified the driver to be a 39 year old Illinois woman. Officers administered field sobriety tests and determined that the driver was impaired by drugs. During the field sobriety tests the driver admitted to using heroin a few days prior. Officers arrested the 39 year old woman from Illinois for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI), Obstructing An Officer, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The 39 year old woman was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

As officers investigated the incident the boyfriend of the 39 year old woman arrived on scene. While Officers talked with the boyfriend it was determined that the 39 year old male from Illinois was also impaired. As Officers talked with the man they observed track marks and open sores on the mans arms. The boyfriend also admitted to using heroin in the past. Officers conducted field sobriety tests on the man and found him to be impaired by drugs. Officers arrested the 39 year old Illinois man for Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) and incarcerated him at the Door County Jail.

2 Arrested In Disturbance Downtown

On June 4, 2017 at 2 AM, Officers on patrol observed two females fighting on the ground in the 200 block of North Third Avenue. Upon arrival Officers determined a 23 year old Sturgeon Bay woman had started fighting with another woman, which led to the other women sustaining minor injuries. The 23 year old Sturgeon Bay woman was arrested and incarcerated at the Door County Jail on Disorderly Conduct and Battery charges.

While investigating this complaint a 32 year old Egg Harbor man attempted to thwart officers attempts to conduct an investigation into the matter.  The 32 year old Egg Harbor man was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Obstructing An Officer and was incarcerated at the Door County Jail.

Breaking news....it's NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY!

 SBPD has just learned today is National Doughnut Day!  We encourage all drivers to please drive safely to your local doughnut store, we will be watching!

National Doughnut Day was established in 1938 by the Chicago Salvation Army as a fundraiser.  

Today, take some time to enjoy a few donuts (one isn't enough of course!) with your morning cup of coffee.  Have a wonderful day!

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Please support ..... Pick n Save's "Stuff the Squad" program

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department is partnering with Pick n' Save to participate in their Stuff the Squad program.  The Stuff the Squad campaign was launched by Roundy's in 2015 and continues to grow each year.

Our local Pick n' Save is launching the program this Saturday, June 3 at 12:00pm.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Department will be present, along with former Green Bay Packer LeRoy Butler, who is signing autographs.  Pick n' Save is running the campaign through June 10, and donations will be accepted inside the store.  All items collected remain in Door County, and will be donated to Feed My People.  

Please consider donating to the Stuff the Squad campaign, by stopping at Pick n' Save between June 3-10.  Thank you!