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Missing Adult

The La Crosse Police Department is looking for the public’s help in looking for an adult who was reported missing. Ryan J. Bruening (date of birth 5-4-1999) was last seen on Sunday, July 23rd around 10 PM at 506 Cass Street in La Crosse. There is no foul play suspected, police would only like to […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Area Law Enforcement Receive Crisis Intervention Team Training

The Mental Health Coalition of the Greater La Crosse Area, in collaboration with La Crosse County Human Services, the La Crosse Police Department and the La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office are pleased to announce a three-day Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training for law enforcement. The training is designed to educate law enforcement personnel about mental […]

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2017 Police Week Events

Each year, law enforcement agencies throughout the United States participate in National Police Week.  As a tribute to fallen officers and their families, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as Peace Officers Memorial Day.  The week in which May 15th falls is known as Police Week.  This year, National Police Week will occur May […]

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LCPD Recognized by Boys & Girls Club of Greater La Crosse

This past Friday night, the La Crosse Police Department was recognized at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse’s annual Wall of Fame Banquet. The La Crosse Police Department was presented with the “Distinguished Service Award” for the variety of community-based programs the agency is involved in. One of the hallmark programs that […]

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