On Friday, February 13th, the La Crosse Police Department, along with other agencies in La Crosse County, will be deploying extra officers as part of the La Crosse County Traffic Safety Task Force initiative. The officers will be looking for OWI, Speed, Seatbelt, and other traffic safety violations. From June through December 2014, the La Crosse […]
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Car vs. Pedestrian Victim in Stable Condition
On February 4, 2015 at 7:42PM, La Crosse Police responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a car versus pedestrian at the 1700 block of George Street. Witnesses stated that 59-year-old Steven Dearman of La Crosse walked into the southbound traffic lane from between two parked vehicles and was struck by a minivan being driven […]
Citizens’ Police Academy 2015
The La Crosse Police Department is pleased to announce the hosting of the 2015 Citizens’ Police Academy. The Academy will help provide participants with a better understanding of how the La Crosse Police Department functions on a daily basis. Participants will gain knowledge in patrol operations, investigations, use of force, community policing, and much more. […]
La Crosse Police Review Use of Force
The La Crosse Police Department has released redacted portions of its internal “Use of Force Review” findings following an incident at the Rose Street Walgreens on November 20, 2014. Responding officers were forced into using a less lethal weapon to prevent the advancement of a man armed with a large knife. The report showed that […]
La Crosse Police Announce Sergeant Promotions
Chief Ron Tischer is pleased to announce two promotions from within the La Crosse Police Department. Officer Joseph Wiegrefe, who currently serves 2nd shift patrol, was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and will continue on 2nd shift. Sergeant Wiegrefe has been with the Department since 2009 and also serves as a Department Field Training Officer. Sergeant […]
High Visibility Traffic Safety Enforcement
Today, Friday, December 12th, the La Crosse Police Department, along with law enforcement agencies in La Crosse County, will be deploying officers as part of the La Crosse County Traffic Safety task force initiative to increase safety belt use and reduce drunk driving. Officers will be looking for the following: OWI, Speed, Seatbelt, and other traffic safety related […]
Sex Offender Release Information Bulletin: Austin L. Conger
Contact Person: Sgt. Randy Rank (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 […]
Officer Saves Man’s Life During Standoff
Yesterday’s 2 ½-hour standoff with an armed man ended peacefully when negotiators convinced 26-year-old Stephen A. Meeks to drop his knife and surrender to officers. The call to the La Crosse Police Department was received at 12:58pm from the North Side Walgreens at 2626 Rose Street. Officers were dispatched to reports of a naked man […]
Burglary At The American Legion
The La Crosse Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred overnight at The American Legion, 711 6th Street S in the City of La Crosse. Forced entry was made by smashing the glass door and entering the business. Once inside, the burglar(s) disarmed the security system and ransacked the business, entered gaming machines, and […]
Sex Offender Relocation Bulletin: Mark J. Heidel
Contact Person: Sgt. Randy Rank (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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