Happy Memorial Day Weekend

The men and women of the Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Men and Women of the military who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country in the name of freedom.

There will be a 2018 Memorial Day ceremony starting at 10 a.m. on Monday at the Sturgeon Bay Fire Department in City Hall. The Peninsula Symphonic Band will play patriotic music for the event. The speaker will be Daniel Zimmerman, Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs.  We hope you enjoy all your Memorial Day festivities and have a safe weekend.

Mans Best Friend Obeys Leash Laws

Just a friendly reminder to keep your pet safe and avoid getting a citation by having your furry friend on a leash.  

Suspect Flees Crash Scene

In the early morning hours of May 15, 2018 a Sturgeon Bay Police Officer saw a vehicle traveling with no headlights. The officer went to make a traffic stop on the vehicle, which began fleeing the scene at a high rate of speed. Because of the rainy conditions at the time and number of residential houses in the area, the officer decided it was a safety risk and disengaged the pursuit.

The vehicle was then located crashed at the intersection of North 7^th Avenue and Colorado Place; it had struck a power pole. The driver’s side door was open and airbags were deployed, but the subject fled the scene.

The registered owner of the vehicle was called and told officers the suspect did not have permission to take his vehicle. The suspect was later caught and charged with operating without headlights, recklessly endangering safety, unreasonable and imprudent speed, fail to stop at posted stop sign, fleeing/eluding a police officer and fail to notify police of an accident.

 

Bike Safety Rodeo!

 

Monday, May 21st, 6:00pm-7:30pm

Where? Bay View Lutheran Church (340 W. Maple St. Sturgeon Bay, WI)


Come join the Sturgeon Bay Police Department at the bike safety rodeo on May 21st. The rodeo is open for all members of the community. Sturgeon Bay police officers, community service officers, and Door County EMS will be providing bicycle safety instruction/registration, basic first aid, and proper helmet fitting.


If that doesn't convince you...all  youth will receive a FREE helmet for participating. This is a great event. We hope to see you there!

It's National Safe Boating Week

The week of May 19-25, 2018 is National Safe Boating Week. 


National Safe Boating Week is observed to bring attention to important life-saving tips for recreational boaters. Below is a link to boating safety tips and resources to help raise awareness about safe boating practices.

 

https://www.weather.gov/safety/safeboating-week

 

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department wishes everyone out enjoying the waters of Door County this summer to have a safe and enjoyable boating season! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overwhelming Appreciation

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department
would like to extend a big thank you to
Jimmy Johns
Door County Dispatcher Center
Shielded Hearts Greater Green Bay Area
Target
Nelson Tactical
and many other great organizations that
brought in food, treats and drinks for the
officers for National Police Week. 

Thank you!!

 

Thank You Walgreens!

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department wants to express our thanks to the associates at Walgreens for stopping a fraud incident on 05/14/2018!

A Sturgeon Bay Police Officer was dispatched to the Walgreens for a potential fraud incident. The officer got to Walgreens and encountered store employees and a Sturgeon Bay resident. Basically, one of our residents got a phone call from a person saying that her grandson is in jail and needs bail money. A member of our community was going to mail money, thinking it was going to her grandson’s bail.

Thankfully, Walgreens staff were able to identify this as fraud. We are happy to see that with the quick thinking of staff at Walgreens, the incident was prevented and no money was lost! This will never happen! No member of law enforcement will ever call you asking for bail money, or any money for that matter.

This is a common fraud/scam that we see in our community. If you receive a phone call from “law enforcement,” the “IRS,” or any other governmental organization asking for money… it’s a scam. As always, contact us at the Sturgeon Bay Police Department with any questions.

Buckle Up

Blown Tire Marks Lead To Suspects Arrest

An officer attempted to make a routine traffic stop Saturday night for speeding, however the driver had other intentions and fled at a high rate of speed.  During the pursuit the suspect struck another vehicle and continued to elude officers.  Given the speed and safety of the public, the officers discontinued the pursuit.   The suspect blew a tire during the pursuit and was eventually located by the trail of marks the rim left in the roadway leading to his residence. The trail of marks led officers from 18th and Utah crossing the bridge to the west side of Sturgeon Bay.   The suspect was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated 4th offense along with multiple other offenses.  The Sturgeon Bay Police Department would like to thank the bridge tender for contacting officers with information regarding the suspect.

Wisconsin Law Enforcement Memorial

Officer Gray, Officer Coyhis, Officer Bilodeau, and Officer Jennerjohn attended the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Memorial on May 11th held in Madison to honor and remember Law Enforcement Officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.  This event brings together agencies from the state and the families of those that lost their lives for support and information.

3rd Avenue Light Pole Damaged

 

On May 11th, 2018 at approximately 10 PM, Sturgeon Bay Officers were dispatched to 3rd Avenue near the Third Avenue Playhouse (235 N 3rd Ave) regarding a vandalism complaint.  Officers were told a male had jumped onto a light pole causing it to snap at the base. Upon arrival officers were unable to locate the individuals who had fled the scene.  The male suspect was described as being in his early 20's and slightly overweight. 

The Sturgeon Bay PD is looking for information on who may have been involved in the incident.  If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the police department.  You can  remain anonymous.  Thank you for your assistance!

Happy Mother's Day

To all those who have given a mother's love...

Educating Parents About Social Media

Registered Sex Offender

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 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.

Zachery T. Barta

DOB: 11-09-1990

Male/Caucasian

5’09”, 135 lbs.

Brown Hair, Brown Eyes.

1^st Degree Sexual Assault of a Child

Repeated Sexual Assault of Same Child

4^th Degree Sexual Assault (2 counts)

Exposing Genitals to a Child

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

05-07-18

A Big Thank You

The Sturgeon Bay Police Department wants to give a big THANK YOU to Julie Henry for preventing a fraud incident that took place at the Pack and Ship in Sturgeon Bay. Julie discovered that a couple was going to send over $9,000 in cash to somebody. Julie contacted the police department, as this seemed odd. It was discovered that a couple was going to send the money to a fraudulent person… thankfully this was prevented.

It should be noted that the Pack and Ship in Sturgeon Bay has prevented over $55,000 in fraud. The Sturgeon Bay Police Department and Sturgeon Bay community extends a huge thank you to Julie Henry and her assistant Megan Lautenbach for all you do in preventing fraud within our community.

Be Mindful with Your Money

We want the public to be aware of frauds and scams. These happen all over the state and country… and even here in Sturgeon Bay. The Sturgeon Bay Police Department investigates many fraud complaints. We’ve had quite a few fraud complaints this past week.

Be aware of scams. If they seem too good to be true… it’s probably a scam. Some common ones we see are people being contacted with individuals misrepresenting themselves to scam people. Some of these include people pretending to be with the IRS, local police; the Sheriff’s Department… the list goes on. As always, contact the police department if something seems suspicious.

 

05/04/2018

An officer was dispatched to a local business to investigate a fraud complaint. A couple was sending $9,400 to somebody they believed was an attorney. Basically, a Sturgeon Bay resident was contacted by an “attorney” who explained his granddaughter was in jail in Illinois and needed money to bail her out of jail. The fraudulent caller actually put on a female voice, pretending to be his granddaughter. This is a scam! Thankfully, a Sturgeon Bay Police Officer was able to stop this transaction prior to the couple sending the money to this unknown person.

This is a scam. You will not be contacted by anybody requesting money for a bail. We have seen past incidents like this where fraudulent callers pretend to be with the local Sheriff’s Department.

 

05/04/2018

A Sturgeon Bay Police Officer was dispatched to investigate a fraud complaint. A Sturgeon Bay resident was contacted by somebody impersonating an officer with the social security office. This “fake” officer told a Sturgeon Bay resident they had a warrant for their arrest. Unfortunately, a Sturgeon Bay resident wired $9,000 to this “fake” officer then wired 4 more transactions. A total of $12,769.00 was wired and LOST! The resident also sent copies of her social security number, bank account numbers, and copy of her driver’s license.

Please know that you will never be contacted over phone to send money in regards to an arrest warrant. This is simply not how law enforcement does business.

 

05/05/2018

A Sturgeon Bay Police Officer was dispatched to investigate a fraud complaint. A Sturgeon Bay resident attempted to purchase two puppies online. During the course of the exchange, the Sturgeon Bay resident sent around $1,000 to a fraudulent person. Not only did the resident not get two puppies, but he lost $1,000.
 
Please be careful with these types of frauds. The majority of time when you are contacted for money, it is not true.

Officer "J" Visits 4K

Officer Jennerjohn visited St. John Bosco's 4K classroom to speak with the youngsters on what it's like being a police officer. When asked if there were any questions....one little girl raised her hand and told Officer Jennerjohn she lost a tooth. No detective work was needed, as that was the Tooth Fairy's jurisdiction.

Bridge Closure Schedule

Wisconsin Department of Transportation

Northeast Regional Office, 944 Vanderperren Way, Green Bay, WI 54304 Phone: 920/492-5623 FAX: 920/492-5640 www.wisconsindot.gov

Release date: May 3, 2018

Bridge maintenance scheduled next week in Sturgeon Bay

Full closures Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday

(Sturgeon Bay) The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northeast Region office announces full closures next week on the Michigan Street Bridge, Maple/Oregon Street Bridge and Bayview Bridge in Sturgeon Bay, Door County. Maintenance crews will be washing the bridges, welding cracks, and greasing gears and bearings. The bridges will be closed to vehicles and pedestrians on the following dates and times:

Monday, May 7, Michigan Street Bridge

·         FULL CLOSURE of the Michigan Street Bridge on Monday, May 7 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tuesday, May 8, Maple/Oregon Street Bridge

·         FULL CLOSURE of the Maple/Oregon Street Bridge on Tuesday, May 8 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Wednesday, May 9, Bayview Bridge

·         FULL CLOSURE of the Bayview Bridge on Wednesday, May 9 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

All work is weather dependent. For a listing of maintenance work on state highways in northeast Wisconsin, please see https://projects.511wi.gov/maintain-ne/schedule/.