On Sunday July 9th at approximately 4:50 PM La Crosse Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle that was reported as stolen the previous day. Officers initially attempted to stop the vehicle on 2nd St. at Grove St. The operator of the stolen vehicle (later identified as DeShawn Huff 08/28/1997 of Winona) […]
Celebrate Safely on July 4th
It’s time for Fourth of July celebrations – fireworks, Riverfest, a backyard barbecue, or maybe a trip to the beach. Whatever you may have planned, the La Crosse Police Department would like to encourage everyone to plan for a safe and enjoyable 4th of July celebration. Keep in mind these two important safety topics for this […]
REPEAT DRUG DEALER ARRESTED AGAIN
The La Crosse Police Department is disgusted that once again we have arrested yet another repeat offender for dealing narcotics in the La Crosse community. The dealer, Raymond R. Lewis (D.O.B. 02/26/1980) was released from prison on March 9th, 2017. That’s just 105 days ago!!! Lewis was in prison because the La Crosse Police Department […]
Massive Methamphetamine Bust
One of the largest methamphetamine seizures for the La Crosse Police Department occurred last night with the execution of a search warrant at Candlewood Suites in La Crosse. La Crosse Police Investigators developed information that Sandy Xiong (12/19/1989) of Onalaska was selling large quantities of methamphetamine. Working with the Metropolitan Enforcement Group (MEG), the investigation […]
Search Warrant Leads to 2 Arrests & Needles (and more Needles):
After a month long investigation La Crosse Police Investigators developed information that Megan McCarthy was selling drugs from 1016 Jackson St. #3. Last night at approximately 9:20 pm La Crosse Police Investigators and the Emergency Response Team executed a search warrant on that residence. Upon entering the residence Megan McCarthy and Dedrick Portis were taken […]
Search Warrant Nets Gun, Drugs, Money & 3 Arrests
On Friday May 26th La Crosse Police Investigators along with the La Crosse Police Emergency Response Team executed a search warrant at 3003 28th St. South. Investigators developed information that this residence was the supply line to other drug dealers in the area. Upon executing the search warrant, Investigators located three suspects as well as […]
Father/Son Team Facilitate Chicago to La Crosse Drug Trade
The father/son team of Larry D. Baldwin (02-18-1970 – father) of La Crosse and Larry A. Baldwin (07-28-1995 – son) of Chicago were arrested on drug charges last night by the La Crosse Police. La Crosse Police Drug Investigators received an anonymous tip that the Baldwin team would be transporting a large quantity of drugs from […]
Daniel Chamberlain located
With condolences, the La Crosse Police regret to say Daniel Chamberlain 04-02-1990 has been located deceased. Daniel was located in a wooded area at the base of Miller Bluff. At this time the investigation into Daniel’s death continues; however, there are no indications of foul play. La Crosse Police along with the La Crosse County […]
Missing Person Update
On May 9th 2017, La Crosse Police along with First Responders and Dive Rescue were dispatched to the area of Houska Park for a subject that was in the Mississippi River and calling out for help, according to a witness who was on land. An extensive search for this individual was conducted over the past […]
Sex Offender Release Information Bulletin: Anthony D. Christopher
Contact Person: Sgt. Thomas Walsh (608) 789-7240 The La Crosse Police Department is releasing the following information pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 301.46 which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the public of a sex offender’s release from prison, or a secure treatment facility, when they believe that the release of information will enhance public safety […]



