The La Crosse Police Department would like to ensure that everyone experiences a safe and enjoyable Halloween. In the City of La Crosse, “Meet ‘n Treat” occurs on Halloween, October 31st. Parents, review the following tips with your children: Limit the hours of “Meet ‘n Treat” to between 4:00PM and 8:00PM Only approach homes with outdoor […]
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LCPD Officer Teri Roden Receives Award
Chief Ron Tischer and members of the La Crosse Police Department are proud to announce that Officer Teri Roden has received the La Crosse County Domestic Abuse/Sexual Assault Task Force, “Law Enforcement Officer of the Year” award. Officer Roden was presented with her award at the Task Force’s annual banquet last evening. As indicated in the award letter, “through […]
Citizen Crime Fighters
The La Crosse Police Department has always acknowledged that you, our community, are our greatest allies in fighting crime. Whether you’re volunteering time for your local neighborhood watch or simply keeping your eyes open for unusual behavior, you help us immensely. On our department website, we have a “Citizen Crime Fighters” page where you can find information […]
Update: Missing Person Goudensio Gaytan
The La Crosse Police Department is asking for your continued assistance in locating missing person Goudensio Gaytan. Goudensio went missing the afternoon of October 12, 2014 when visiting the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. He was last seen by a witness that evening at 6:40PM sitting on a side rail on County Highway K. Click here […]
2014 Oktoberfest Recap
Chief Ron Tischer and members of the La Crosse Police Department would like to thank the responsible citizens, volunteers, businesses, and organizations of the La Crosse community, as well as outside law enforcement agencies, for all of their help during Oktoberfest 2014. The La Crosse Police Department was extremely busy with a lot of activity […]
Wanted Suspect Apprehended in Neighborhood Search
On today’s date at around 10am, officers responded to a call in the 2100 block of Green Bay Street for a wanted subject. Prior to officers arriving on scene, the suspect left on foot, and it was reported he was armed with a knife. Officers began searching the area for the suspect, and due to […]
Missing Person Goudensio Gaytan
The La Crosse Police Department is investigating a Missing Person. Goudensio Gaytan was visiting the Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine in the City of La Crosse Sunday afternoon and became separated from his family at about 2:00 PM (10-12-14). He was spotted sitting on a guard rail at 6:30 PM on Hwy County “K” about 4 1/2 miles […]
K-9 Grumman Recovers Stolen Gun
On October 6, 2014, La Crosse Police Department Investigators were investigating the report of a stolen 9mm handgun. Investigators obtained information on the possible location of the stolen handgun, and Investigator Ron Secord responded to the area with K-9 Grumman. K-9 Grumman, a 7-year-old yellow lab, is one of the Department’s four K-9s, and the only explosives […]
State Bank Financial Chili Cook Off
This Saturday, October 11th, members of the La Crosse Police Department will be participating in the 23rd Annual State Bank Financial Chili Cook Off! The Chili Cook Off will be held in Riverside Park from 11:30AM to 1:30PM, with a chili pepper eating contest and awards ceremony from 1:30PM – 2:30PM. To taste your way through all […]
Choose to be G.R.E.A.T. Day
Today marks the 1st Annual National “Choose to be G.R.E.A.T. Day”. This event was created by the National G.R.E.A.T. Policy Board and is described as a way to “draw awareness to the Program and to give the students a sense of community as well as a sense of pride in their G.R.E.A.T. skills taught in the lessons of […]
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