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September 30th & October 1st - HMHS Homecoming

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October 30th - Trick or Treat 3:30 PM-5:30 PM

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November 6th - Daylight Savings Time

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November 8th - Election Day

The North Fond du Lac Police Department is committed to providing quality, professional policing, and outstanding customer service. Having your trust and confidence is paramount. We recognize that our effectiveness is enhanced through close community relationships. We share a vested interest in our community and I urge you to do your part to keep our community safe. The Police Department cannot do it alone, but with your help we can accomplish great things.

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November 24th &25th Village Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

As our Mission Statement indicates:

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C HIEF P AUTSCH ’ S W ELCOME Welcome to the Fall 2016 edition of the North Fond du Lac Neighborhood Policing Times. In addition to sharing with you the various news and safety articles included in this newsletter, I would like to share with you some background on your police department. It is truly an honor to lead such a professional and dedicated team of men and women who are committed to the safety and welfare of our community.

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Our law enforcement team’s objective is to engage in a partnership with our

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We are committed to working towards improving the quality of life within our

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community by reducing crime and the fear of crime by taking a leadership role in

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the mobilization of resources to address the needs and concerns of the

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community.

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We have developed and instituted a community oriented policing approach to our delivery of services, and we strive to provide a proactive approach to law enforcement and public safety. We are truly grateful for the overwhelming support and generosity of this great community. In recent months, we have received many tokens of appreciation and kind words of encouragement. Check out North Fond du Lac Police Department on Facebook. There you can see photos of some of the gifts we have received, as well as some of the posts community members have shared with us. As I have said many times, it is these community partnerships and citizen involvement that make North Fond du Lac such a great place to live, work and play.

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Please feel free to contact us should you desire additional information about the department or any of the programs that we offer. And, of course, enjoy a safe and fun-filled fall season!

Darren K. Pautsch Chief of Police

Winners of: 2005 WCPPA ‘Crime Prevention Program/Project of the Year’ 2001 WACOP ‘Sir Robert Peel Award’ 2000 WCPPA ‘Outstanding Crime Prevention Program’

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A LERTS The information provided in this column is not a full report of all of the activity the North Fond du Lac Police Department has responded to or investigated during this time period. These cases are just some of the incidents that have been reported to police. Perhaps you have seen or heard something which might help the police department identify those responsible for these incidents. If so, please contact us at 906-5555, or report information anonymously by calling 906-4777 ext. 3. It is also our hope that by making you aware of incidents that have occurred in your community, you will be better prepared to protect yourself and your property from similar incidents.

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On June 1, Minneapolis, MN police contacted the NFDL Police Department regarding an email scam. The victim business in Minneapolis reported that someone had hacked their server and sent a payment request from what appeared to be an internal account. A payment of $10,430 had been made as a result. The business discovered the scam when a second payment of $19, 325 was requested the next day. Investigation revealed that the initial payment had been routed to an account associated with a NFDL resident. Police contacted the woman, who reported that she had opened the account at the request of a man she had developed an online relationship with. The money had since been transferred to a different account, and the man had ceased contact with her. Police discovered this individual was perpetuating the same scam with numerous other victims around the world. No arrests have been made. * People you meet online may not be who or what they claim to be. * On June 8, police received a report of vandalism at Optimists Park. Someone had torn the toilet paper dispenser from the wall of the men’s bathroom. The individual(s) also clogged the toilet with paper. No arrests have been made. On July 1, residents on Honeysuckle Lane in Gaslight Terrace reported to police that someone had stolen numerous items from their home. Property reported missing included a cordless drill, a jig saw, an electric guitar, and a jar of change. No arrests have been made. On July 6, police were notified of a fraud complaint on Twin Lakes Drive in Lakeshore Terrace. The victim told police that he received a phone call from a liquor store in California regarding an order placed using his credit information. The victim contacted his bank and the account was closed. No arrests have been made.

The cases listed in the newsletter are not all of the calls that have been reported to NFPD. These are cases that NFPD believes can be solved with information provided by the public.

On July 10, a resident on Mockingbird Lane in Gaslight Terrace reported a theft of toys. The woman told police that sometime between 5:00PM on July 9th and 10:00AM on July 10th, someone had stolen a Little Tykes washer & dryer playset and a Little Tykes kitchen playset from her front yard. No arrests have been made. On July 11, the victim reported to police that his bike had been damaged in the rack outside Bessie Allen Middle School. The boy told police that while he was attending summer school classes, someone had punctured his tire and disconnected his hand brakes. No arrests have been made. On July 18, a resident in the 300 block of Indiana Avenue reported fraudulent charges to her credit card. The victim was able to determine that two unauthorized charges had been made to Quibids.com, and a third attempt had been declined due to inaccurate information provided. A suspect was identified based on the address where purchases were delivered. However, investigation revealed that woman was also the victim of a “work-at-home” re-mailing scam. No arrests have been made. On July 18, a woman on Lakeshore Drive reported to police that she lost $1,184 after falling victim to a “grandparent scam.” The woman told police that she had received a phone call from someone who told her that her grandson had been arrested in Chicago and needed $3,000 for bail. A short time later, she received a second call from a man claiming to be the attorney for her grandson. He told the woman (Continued on page 3)

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that by working with an International Bail Bondsperson, he had been able to get the bail reduced to $1,169. After sending the money via Western Union and paying the associated fees, the woman spoke to family who confirmed her grandson was not in Chicago and had not been arrested. No arrests have been made. * This is a common and widespread scam. Please take the time to discuss common frauds with your elderly parents and loved ones. * On July 19, a woman reported suspicious activity at the intersection of Van Dyne Road and Lakeshore Drive. The woman told police that while she was walking at that location, a black male with dreadlocks and driving a white passenger car stopped in the roadway and motioned for her to approach him. The woman screamed and ran to a nearby residence. The man then left the area. No arrest have been made. On July 23, a resident on Robin Drive in the Gaslight Terrace Mobile Home Community reported a bike theft to police. The victim told police that a black & red, 26” men’s Hyper Shocker mountain bike had been taken from his yard during the overnight hours. No arrests have been made. * This case highlights the importance of always keeping valuables such as bikes locked up or in a secure location. * On July 31, police responded to a disturbance outside a business on Prospect Avenue. A witness told police that as he was pulling into the parking lot, he observed a white male exit the store and begin walking through the lot. As he did so, the male reportedly pulled a dark colored handgun from the waistband of his pants and fired two or three shots into the air. The witness said that the gun appeared to be an air powered BB or pellet gun. No arrests have been made. On August 1, a resident on Mockingbird Lane in Gaslight Terrace reported a hit & run. The victim told police that her car was parked on Robin Drive due to road construction and had apparently been struck by another vehicle. No arrests have been made. On August 4, the manager of a group home on Prairie Fox Court reported a theft to police. Management stated that a small lock box containing approximately $130 cash had been removed from the office. No arrests have been made. On August 4, police responded to a vandalism complaint in the unit block of Marcoe Street. The victim told police that someone had broken a basement window at the residence sometime in the preceding two weeks. No arrests have been made. On August 28, a business on Prospect Avenue reported to police that they had been burglarized during the night. The opening clerk discovered the doors unlocked and cigarettes scattered on the floor inside. Upon investigation, officers discovered that entry was made into the building by prying the front doors. Video surveillance shows that two men, dressed in black and wearing ski masks, entered the business and stole approximately 50 cartons of cigarettes valued at over $3,800. No arrests have been made.

D RUG D ROP B OX AT P OLICE D EPARTMENT The US Drug Enforcement Administration and participating law enforcement agencies are coordinating a nationwide drug “takeback” day on October 22nd. To better serve the residents of North Fond du Lac, the police department offers a permanent pharmaceutical collection and disposal program. Police Chief Darren Pautsch says the program was started to provide a safe and environmentally friendly means of getting rid of unused prescription drugs in North Fond du Lac. In an effort to help reduce the all too common cases of misuse and overdose deaths, the police department partnered with Drug Free Communities of Fond du Lac County to install the permanent lock box so that unused prescriptions can be disposed of safely and properly. The Drug Drop Box was funded by a grant from the National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators. The box is located at the North Fond du Lac Police Department on Garfield Street. The Drug Drop Box is accessible to residents during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm. We do ask individuals to remove any pills or capsules from their original containers and secure them in “zip lock” style bags before putting them in the box.

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R ESOLVED The information provided in this column is not a full report of all of the activity the North Fond du Lac Police Department has responded to or investigated during this time period. These cases are just some of the incidents that have been successfully resolved. It is our hope that by making you aware of incidents that have occurred in your community, you will be better prepared to protect yourself and your property from similar incidents. On June 3, an officer on patrol made a traffic stop on a vehicle with a defective headlight. During the course of the stop, the officer learned that the driver had been drinking. The driver failed two field sobriety tests and refused to complete additional testing. The 44 year-old FDL man was arrested for Drunk Driving. On June 5, an officer on patrol made a traffic stop on a vehicle after learning that the registered owner’s Driver’s License was suspended. During the course of the stop, the officer found that the driver had been drinking. After failing field sobriety testing, the 24 year-old FDL man was arrested for Drunk Driving. On June 14, the clerk at a N. Pioneer Road business reported that a man driving a green GMC pick-up had pumped over $50 in fuel and left without paying for the gas. The responding officer was able to locate the suspect. The 22 year-old NFDL man paid for the gas and was issued a citation for Retail Theft. On June 14, a group home manager on Chapman Avenue reported a theft of prescription medications. The woman told police that a total of nine (9) pills had been taken during the overnight hours. During investigation, the officer learned that the night shift caretaker had taken the meds to support her addiction. The 32 year-old FDL woman was referred to the District Attorney for Theft and Possession of a Controlled Substance without a Prescription. On June 17, police responded to a Wisconsin Avenue tavern after the bartender called to report that a woman had thrown water on an electronic gaming machine. Police learned that the woman had requested a glass of water, which she then threw at her exhusband who had been playing the machine. The 30 year-old NFDL woman was referred to the District Attorney for Disorderly Conduct. On June 17, police responded to a hit & run accident on Mockingbird Lane in Gaslight Terrace. A witness told police that she had observed a minivan leaving the scene of a crash involving a stop sign and light pole. The witness pointed out the van, which had pulled into a nearby driveway. Officers made contact with the driver at that residence and found that he had been drinking. The 52 year-old NFDL man was arrested for Drunk Driving and cited for Hit & Run. On June 18, police responded to a call from a N. Pioneer Road business reporting that an intoxicated male had left without paying for his gas. The responding officer located the vehicle and made a traffic stop on the I-41 on ramp. Officers confirmed that the driver was intoxicated, and he had left without paying for $10 worth of gas. The 49 year-old Appleton man was arrested for Drunk Driving, and he was issued a citation for Retail Theft. On June 19, police responded to a domestic disturbance in the unit block of Center Street. Responding officers learned that a woman had been pushed into a sewing table by her husband following a verbal altercation. The 65 year-old NFDL man was arrested for Disorderly Conduct – Domestic Abuse. On June 19, police responded to the 700 block of Florida Avenue to investigate a suspicious vehicle. Responding officers made contact with a female passenger who said that the male driver had pulled over and just walked away. Officers learned that the woman had an active warrant for her arrest. Inside the car, officers found several rocks of suspected cocaine, as well as drug paraphernalia. Officers eventually located the male driver and discovered he also had an active arrest warrant. In addition to being taken into custody for the outstanding warrants, the 32 year-old Oshkosh man and 31 year-old Oshkosh woman were arrested for Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On June 27, police responded to a disturbance on Portage Place in Lakeshore Terrace. Upon arrival, police learned that the father had choked his adult son during an argument about a computer. According to the son, his father had also attempted to punch him. The 85 year-old NFDL man was arrested for Disorderly Conduct – Domestic Abuse. On July 1, an officer on patrol made a traffic stop on a vehicle after observing the car make an improper stop at a stop sign. During the course of the stop, the officer found that the driver had been drinking. The 49 year-old NFDL man was arrested for Drunk Driving- 3rd offense. (Continued on page 5)

P AGE 5 R ESOLVED ( CONTINUED ) On July 3, a resident on Willis Court reported to police that her father had smashed her cell phone and thrown her to the ground following a verbal argument. The man had reportedly then left the residence to confront the woman’s boyfriend. Police were unable to locate the man. The 40 year-old NFDL man was referred to the District Attorney for Disorderly Conduct and Damage to Property – Domestic Abuse. On July 14, police responded to a disturbance on Portage Place in Lakeshore Terrace. Upon arrival, police learned that the adult son had wrestled his father to the ground, grabbing him around the neck and pinning him to the floor following a verbal argument about a purse. The 42 year-old NFDL man was arrested for Disorderly Conduct – Domestic Abuse. On July 14, an officer on patrol made a traffic stop on a vehicle after learning that the registered owner’s Driver’s License was revoked. During the course of the stop, the officer found that the driver had been drinking. After failing field sobriety testing, the 58 year-old NFDL man was arrested for Drunk Driving - 3rd offense. He was also issued a citation for Failure to Install an Ignition Interlock Device. On July 17, police responded to a shoplifting complaint at a N. Pioneer Road business. The clerk told the responding officer that a man had concealed items in a newspaper and left the store without paying for that merchandise. The officer contacted the man and recovered a wallet and a phone charger. The 36 year-old Berlin man was referred to the District Attorney for Retail Theft. On July 24, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle in the high school parking lot during early morning hours. While investigating the suspicious vehicle, the officer found that the driver had been drinking. After failing field sobriety tests, the 21 year-old Green Bay man was arrested for Drunk Driving. On July 25, police responded to a disturbance in the 300 block of Indiana Avenue. The caller advised that the mother of his baby was refusing to leave and was throwing rocks at the house. Responding officers learned that the woman had broken a window and a door attempting to gain entry into the residence. The 18 year-old FDL woman was arrested for Disorderly Conduct – Domestic Abuse and Damage to Property.

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On August 2, a witness reported to police a vandalism incident that occurred at Optimists Park. The witness said that he had seen a boy throwing rocks at a light in the park, breaking the light globe. The witness was able to identify the boy by pointing out his picture in the school yearbook. Police contacted the boy who admitted throwing rocks at the light because he “thought it was funny.” The 12 year-old NFDL boy was issued a citation for Destroy/Deface Property. On August 7, police responded to a disturbance on Cardinal Court in Gaslight Terrace. A neighbor reported a loud argument and saw the male pulling the female into the residence. Responding officers learned that the couple had been arguing about the woman seeing other men. Police discovered that the intoxicated male had driven to the residence to confront the woman. The 25 year-old NFDL man was arrested for Drunk Driving. On August 11, police responded to a report of a man breaking into a residence in the 400 block of Michigan Street. Responding officers learned that the man was still on the lease, but no longer living there. They also discovered that he had been drinking, was on probation, and had a “no alcohol” rule. The 61 year-old NFDL man was taken into custody for the probation violation. (Continued on page 10)

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T RICK OR T REAT S AFETY T IPS Halloween and trick-or-treat should be a time of fun and enjoyment. The Police Department urges everyone to follow these simple tips and guidelines so parents and youngsters can avoid unpleasant and dangerous surprises.

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Young children should always be accompanied by a responsible adult. Children should stop only at houses where the porch light is lit and they should NEVER enter a stranger’s home or car to receive a treat. Children should stay on sidewalks and they should walk, not run. Costumes should be short enough so they do not present a tripping hazard, and masks, which can obstruct vision, should be removed before crossing streets or driveways. Parents should discuss with children the importance of trick-or-treating only in familiar neighborhoods and along an established route. Parents should establish a return time for older children. Children should stay away from and should not pet animals unfamiliar to them. Children should not eat anything before returning home, and parents should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped, or suspicious items.

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Motorists should slow down and watch for children darting out from between parked cars and walking on roadways and curbs. Enter and exit driveways and alleys carefully. Trick or Treating Hours - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM on Sunday, October 30, 2016

P OLICE W ARN A GAINST P UBLIC A LCOHOL P OSESSION Did you know that it is illegal to drink or possess an open container of alcohol while on public right-of-ways even when you aren’t driving? In recent years, police have noticed an increase in the number of parents/guardians possessing and drinking alcohol while trick-or-treating with children. We are urging adults – LEAVE THE DRINKS AT HOME. Village ordinance states, “It shall be unlawful for any person to have in his possession any open can, bottle, or other container containing malt beverages or intoxicating liquor, or to drink from the same while on any public way, public street, sidewalk, boulevard, parkway, safety zone, alley, public parking lot, private lot open to the public, highway, or other public area within the village.” Citations can be issued to those in violation of the ordinance. The forfeiture for a 1st offense is $218.50.

P AGE 7 F OOD FOR F AMILIES The North Fond du Lac Police Department/North Fond du Lac Police Benevolent Association is gearing up for their annual 'Food for Families' program. The Police Benevolent Association adopts a number of area families for the Christmas holiday and provides them with gifts and groceries. We are hopeful that area businesses, churches, schools, and individuals will again support the police department in their effort to brighten the holiday season for less fortunate families. Each year the employees of the police department look forward to having the opportunity to brighten the holiday season for area families that are in need of a little assistance. This is important to the police department because it’s an opportunity to help others, and it allows for officers to interact with residents in a more positive light than might usually be associated with police contacts. We are seeking donors to contribute money and/or gift cards to be distributed to our adopted families. Additionally, throughout the years, we have identified a need for the following items: 

New, in package socks & underwear (any size) for children, women & men

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New winter jackets, gloves, mittens (any size) for children, women & men

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New, in package paper products - such as toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, etc.

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Toiletries - such as bodywash, shampoo, toothpaste/brushes, etc.

Donations of these items and new, in-package toys can be dropped off at the North Fond du Lac Police Department, which is located at 16 Garfield Street. Business hours for the police department are Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM. Any groups or individuals that are interested in donating or contributing are asked to contact Karie Tackett or Teresa Mielkie at the North Fond du Lac Police Department. They can be reached at 920-929-3760 during regular business hours.

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W INTER P ARKING R ESTRICTIONS B EGIN N OVEMBER 15 TH It may seem too early to start thinking about, but Winter Parking regulations for North Fond du Lac begin November 15, 2016 and remain in effect through March 15th of next year. The ordinance specifies that no person shall park on any street from November 15th through March 15th, between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m., except in the following manner: From 8 p.m. of an even calendar date to 8 a.m. the following day, parking shall only be permitted on the side of the street with even-numbered addresses. From 8 p.m. of an odd calendar date to 8 a.m. the following day, parking shall only be permitted on the side of the street with odd-numbered addresses. Where ordinance already prohibits parking on one side of the street, the provisions of this ordinance shall be superseded by those restrictions and parking shall always be in accordance with those regulations. Parking penalties for the first violation of the winter parking ordinance during any snow removal season will be $15.00 ($30 if not paid within 5 days). The penalty for the second violation shall be $30.00 ($45 if not paid within 5 days). The third violation shall be $50.00 ($65 if not paid within 5 days), and the fine for any fourth or subsequent violation of the winter parking ordinance during a snow removal season shall be $100.00.

P ARKING OF T RUCKS & T RAILERS R ESTRICTED The police department continues to receive complaints and inquiries regarding the parking of large trucks and trailers on Village streets. In addition to the potential of creating a hazardous situation by obstructing driving lanes and view, such vehicles can also be an eyesore for neighborhood residents. The following restrictions are outlined in Village Ordinance. Tractors, semi-trailers, trucks larger than a 3/4 ton pick-up truck, motorized mobile homes and buses, which have a passenger capacity in excess of ten (10), may not be parked upon any public street or alley in residential neighborhoods. The only exceptions are for the purpose of delivering or picking up persons or merchandise, and vehicles or trailers used to haul or transport equipment or machinery by companies and/or contractors in the gainful pursuit of their employment or business. Additionally, trailers, semi-trailers, recreational vehicles, mobile homes, camping trailers, and boats may only be parked on a street or highway for less than 24 hours. Vehicles stored on the street for 72 or more consecutive hours shall be declared abandoned and shall be impounded as an abandoned vehicle. The police department may grant special permission to allow on the street parking of commercial and recreational vehicles for a maximum of seven (7) days. This special permission provision shall apply only during the period from April 1st to October 31st. If you have any questions or concerns about these ordinances, please contact the police department at 906-5555 to discuss the matter or you can view the ordinances on our website at www.nfdl.org.

P AGE 9 O CTOBER IS D OMESTIC V IOLENCE A WARENESS M ONTH National Domestic Violence Awareness Month is observed every October across the country. National, state, and community organizations for violence prevention and victim services, businesses, health care providers, and others mark the month with educational programs, recognition and memorial ceremonies, community outreach, and other efforts. Any violence taking place within a family or intimate relationship is domestic violence. It includes abuse of spouses, girlfriends and boyfriends, children, and elderly people. Domestic violence cuts across all socioeconomic, ethnic, racial, religious, and age groups. The CDC lists the following facts about domestic violence: 

In the U.S. nearly 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner.

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About 3 in 10 women and 1 in 10 men in the U.S. have reported rape, physical violence, or stalking by a family member or intimate partner.

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Psychological consequences for victims of intimate partner violence can include depression, suicidal thoughts and attempts, lowered self-esteem, alcohol and other drug abuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Studies show that children who witness violence at home experience behavioral problems and increased aggression, have less developed social and conflict resolution skills, and may suffer long-term developmental effects. These youth are also at risk of engaging in future violence and of being abused themselves. Researchers have found that people who batter their partners are also more likely to abuse their children. Agnesian HealthCare operates a Domestic Violence Program at St. Agnes Hospital. The program provides 24-hour crisis assistance, support groups, follow-up services, referrals to community resources and a resource library. The staff of domestic violence advocates and trained volunteers makes the hospital a safe place to disclose abuse. For more information on the Domestic Violence Program, call (920) 926-4207. To page an advocate 24 hours a day, call (920) 926-4290. Solutions Center offers a multitude of services to those dealing with domestic abuse. Staff is made up of caring and dedicated professionals, on hand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to work closely with those in crisis. These professionals understand that every situation is different, and services are personalized to each individual that is in need of assistance. Individuals in crisis are encouraged to contact Solutions Center at (920) 923-1700 or 1-800-852-9571 at any time. Domestic abuse is a crime! Victims are more likely to prosecute when there is community support.

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Law EnforcEmEnt Oath Of hOnOr On my honor, I will never betray my badge, my integrity, my character, or the public trust.

COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE WINNERS OF: 2005 WCPPA ‘CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAM/PROJECT OF THE YEAR’ 2001 WACOP ‘SIR ROBERT PEEL AWARD’ 2000 WCPPA ‘OUTSTANDING CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAM’

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R ESOLVED ( CONTINUED ) On August 12, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle in the parking lot of a closed Prospect Avenue business during early morning hours. While investigating the suspicious vehicle, the officer found that the driver had been drinking. Additionally, officers observed an open can of beer and drug paraphernalia in the vehicle. A subsequent search of the vehicle turned up additional drug paraphernalia and a vial containing marijuana. The 29 year-old NFDL man was arrested for Drunk Driving – 3rd offense and Possession of THC – 2nd offense. He was also issued citations for Open Intoxicants in a Motor Vehicle and Failure to Install an Ignition Interlock Device. On August 18, police responded to a report of child abuse in the 100 block of McKinley Street. The responding officer was told that the victim had come to his friend’s house crying because his mother had hit and kicked him. The complainants told police that this is not the first time this had happened. The boy’s mother admitted to slapping him twice and kicking him because he is “constantly running his mouth.” The boy was turned over to his grandfather for the night, and the 40 year-old NFDL woman was referred to the District Attorney for Physical Abuse of a Child. On August 28, during the early morning hours, an officer on patrol attempted to stop a vehicle that had failed to stop at a stop sign. The driver of the vehicle fled resulting in a short chase. The operator of the vehicle continuously made turns and zig-zagged through neighborhoods in an effort to “lose” the officer. The driver eventually pulled over at the urging of his passenger and when he observed several other squad cars arriving in the area. Police learned that the driver had taken his father’s car without permission. While the teen’s father did not wish to pursue charges; the 17 yearold FDL teen was arrested for Fleeing an Officer, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The 17 year-old passenger was released to a parent with no charges.

For more information on the topics discussed in the newsletter, please contact: Chief Darren Pautsch [email protected]