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November 1, 2006
On October 31, 2006, DeForest police officers responded to 116 E. Elm Street in the Village of DeForest reference to a disturbance.
During the investigation, officers discovered that the residence was occupied by a large number of cats as well as a rabbit and a ferret.
The Dane County Humans Society was contacted. The owners of the residence agreed to voluntarily turn over the cats to the Humane Society. Over 60 cats were removed from the residence by the humane officers. The owner of the residence will be issued a citation for violating the village ordinance of having more than three animals per residence.
This incident is still under investigation.
October 27, 2006
On October 27, 2006 at 1:21am, a DeForest police officer on patrol observed a vehicle operating in the Village of DeForest with suspended registration plates. When the officer turned to initiate a traffic stop, the vehicle accelerated away from the officer down Sunset Drive out of the sight of the officer. The officer attempted to locate the vehicle and was unable to find the vehicle. A short time later, officers were flagged down by residents in the 400 block of Sunset Drive, who advised that a vehicle had crashed through a house at 468 Sunset Drive and that a male subject was seen fleeing the scene on foot.
DeForest Police discovered a Jeep Cherokee that had lost control on Sunset Drive, went off the roadway, struck a tree, and then went through the side of the garage, out of sight of the officers. The vehicle had then struck a car parked in the garage causing very severe damage. DeForest Fire/EMS was requested to assist in looking through the extensive wreckage for any possible victims. The home was occupied at the time and the resident was not injured and no other occupants from the vehicle were found.
Utilizing assistance from Dane County Sheriff’s deputies and a K9 officer from the Town of Madison, a K9 track for the suspect was conducted while officers investigated the registered owner of the vehicle and determined that her 14 year old son was missing as well as her vehicle.
The missing 14 year old was located a few houses from the crash and later admitted to taking the vehicle without his mothers permission and later crashing the vehicle into the house.
Charges are pending on the juvenile for Unreasonable Speed, Operating after Suspension, Reckless Driving, Hit and Run, and Failure to fasten seatbelt, as well as a probation violation for a prior burglary conviction. The suspect was released to his mother.
Charges of obstructing an officer were also filed against a resident of the home where the suspect was located.
Damage to the home is estimated at $18,000 as well as both vehicles being a total loss.
September 11, 2006-
DeForest officers recently solved numerous theft from auto incidents that occurred over the summer. Nearly 50 cases have been cleared at this time with more expected. Several suspects have been identified. During questioning, one suspect admitted to dozens of vehicle burglaries and damage to vehicles. The suspect indicated that if entry was not possible into the vehicle, that he/she would open the gas fill door and kick it off, causing damage to the vehicle. If you were the victim of a theft from auto or similar damage, please contact the DeForest Police Department to report the incident if you have not done so already.
June 16, 2006
On June 16, 2006 at 7:28AM the DeForest Fire and EMS and the DeForest Police Department were dispatched to a structure fire at a residence located at 520 Dennis Drive in the Village of DeForest. Upon arrival rescuers found heavy smoke coming from the structure and flames showing from inside. The fire was quickly knocked down and contained by members of the DeForest Fire Department. During an immediate search of the residence rescuers located the body of Luther R. Rowe (age 82). A preliminary investigation shows that Mr. Rowe died as the result of inhalation injuries.
The DeForest Police Department is investigating the fire with the assistance of the Dane County Sheriff’s Department Fire Investigation Unit and the Wisconsin Division of Criminal Investigation Arson Unit. At this time arson or foul play is not suspected.
The DeForest Police Department will be posting further press releases on our website.
4/27/06
On 04/27/06 the DeForest Police Department school resource officer Joe Van Voorhis received an anonymous tip that a student at the DeForest High School was possibly in possession of several firearms while on school grounds.
Upon investigating this tip the DeForest Police Department arrested a 17 year old student that had a loaded 9mm and a loaded .25 caliber automatic pistol is his car that was in the school parking lot. The subject was transported to the Dane County Jail where he was booked on charges of possession of a concealed weapon while on school grounds. This incident was referred to the Dane County District Attorney’s office for possible charges of a minor of possession of a firearm and possession of a firearm in a school zone.
4/23/06
DeForest Police Department wins state award for crime victim advocacy
During the week of April 23rd to April 29th, 2006 crime victims and survivors, and those who serve them will join together across America to commemorate National Crime Victims’ Rights week. This year’s theme- Victims’ Rights: Strength in Unity”- recognizes the collaborative efforts of countless victim service and justice system professionals, community members and volunteers who selflessly dedicate themselves to helping victims of crime.
According to Suzanne Beaudoin, Director of the Dane County Victim/Witness Unit, “by joining together, we can ensure that all victims are aware of their rights and receive the support and services necessary in the aftermath of a crime. We are extremely fortunate in Dane County to have the assistance of a number of agencies and individuals crime victims can rely on for dedicated and informed help.”
Beaudoin announced that the 2006 Victim Advocacy Award from the Wisconsin Victim Witness Professionals (WVWP) goes to all the Law Enforcement Officers at the Village of DeForest Police Department. An award ceremony will take place on May 18, 2006 at the Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.
Receiving the 2006 Victim Advocacy Award from the Wisconsin Victim/Witness Professionals are:
Front Row: Left to Right- Sergeant Eric McGlynn, Sergeant Daniel Furseth, Chief Robert Henze, Sergeant James Pertzborn, Officer Ron Bellefeuille Back Row: Officer Diana O’Neill, Officer Chris Riedel, Officer Seth Wahl
4/24/06 Kids & the Internet Internet Safety for Parents
On Monday, May 15th, at 6:30pm, the DeForest High School will be hosting an educational seminar on internet safety that will educate all parents of the dangers that the internet can bring to their children. The seminar will include the dangers of chat rooms, MySpace.com, and sexual predators who use the internet to seduce children. This presentation is given by law enforcement and school personnel and if for adults only. Admission is free and the presentation is located in the Performing Arts Center.
April 10, 2006
Mock Crash Simulation Thursday, May 25th
On Thursday, May 25th at 9am and 7pm, the DeForest Police Department, DeForest Area Fire/EMS Department, in cooperation with the Dane County Sheriff’s Department, Wisconsin State Patrol, American Family Insurance, and the DeForest High School will be hosting a mock dangerous driving “crash” at the high school. The crash will simulate the dangers of drinking and driving, speeding, and lack of seatbelt use. This educational and thought-provoking event is geared towards the senior class before the graduation season, but also shows the rest of the community the dangers of poor choices in driving. The morning crash is for the senior class only while the evening crash is for the rest of the underclassmen and open to the whole community. This event may not be suitable for young children.
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