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10-05-2025
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UPDATE: Volatile Wisconsin standoff ends after roughly 36 hours, suspect in custody
FREDONIA, Wis. (WFRV) – Shortly after 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, deputies stated that the suspect involved in a volatile, roughly 36-hour standoff in southeastern Wisconsin has been taken into custody. According to the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office, the suspect who was reportedly heavily armed inside his Fredonia residence near Fox Glen Road was finally taken into custody around 11:30 a.m. on May 10. Motorcyclist seriously injured in single-vehicle Appleton crash, officers investigating It was noted that there is no longer a threat to the public, however, local roads are still closed as the scene is still considered active while law enforcement continues the investigation. 'Thank you to the Village of Fredonia for your support during this incident,' the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office's latest post concluded. Local 5 will continue to follow this story and provide updates when new information is released. FREDONIA, Wis. (WFRV) – A volatile standoff in southeastern Wisconsin has now reached roughly 36 hours as authorities say the suspect is heavily armed and is allegedly threatening to kill officers. Authorities with the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office have provided an update to the now multi-day standoff in the Village of Fredonia after hours of negotiations and tactical resources have been unsuccessful in de-escalating the situation. Deputies have since provided some clarity and updates as to how the dangerous situation unfolded, saying it began around 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, when Fredonia residents reported hearing multiple gunshots throughout the day. Three arrested in Two Rivers on drug-related felonies following investigation After deputies began to monitor the area of Fox Glen Road, no gunshots were heard. However, around 10:30 p.m., the suspected homeowner was contacted, and they admitted to playing loud music and firing weapons from their home. The suspect then allegedly stated that he was 'going to continue playing music, and if anyone came to his residence, he would shoot them.' Shortly after that call, deputies reportedly heard multiple gunshots coming from the home. After further investigation, deputies determined that he had been firing several different guns in unknown directions, including an automatic rifle, which posed a significant threat to those in the area. In the following hours since the standoff began, deputies have reported the suspect to have made several explicit threats toward law enforcement, allegedly saying 'he'd go full auto' and 'kill anyone who approached.' Deputies say that he had even aimed a rifle at law enforcement armored vehicle at the scene 'multiple times.' Two men arrested after shots fired between vehicles in Wisconsin Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office's latest update was sent out at 6:20 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, roughly 36 hours since the standoff began. Throughout those hours, multiple agencies and SWAT teams have been working in shifts, including the Washington County and Milwaukee County SWAT teams. Safety remains the top priority and we will continue to be patient until we can safely end the situation. We're continuing to urge residents to stay away from this area or remain in your homes. Thank you for your cooperation. Officers are employing every available resource and tactical approach to bring the situation to a peaceful and safe resolution. We recognize the seriousness of this situation and are proceeding with caution, patience, and perseverance. The public is urged to avoid the area while authorities work to stabilize and resolve the incident. Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office Assisting the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office are: Washington County Sheriff's Office SWAT Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office SWAT and EOD Port Washington Police Department Saukville Police Department Wisconsin State Patrol Ozaukee County Emergency Management Fredonia Marshal Cedarburg Police Department Port Washington Fire Rescue Task Force Ozaukee Central Fire Rescue Task Force Fredonia Fire Department Port Washington Fire Department Waubeka Fire Department Belgium Fire Department Local 5 will continue to follow this story and provide updates when new information is released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
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Fredonia standoff: Neighbor talks to FOX6 about tactical situation
MILWAUKEE - Ashley Fullerton, who lives in the area of the ongoing tactical situation in Fredonia, joined FOX6's Aaron Maybin during WakeUp on Saturday, May 10, to talk about what she has seen and heard since the incident started. The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office said a man with weapons barricaded himself inside a home and is "extremely dangerous." The Source FOX6 spoke to the neighbor via video conferencing during the FOX6 WakeUp News at 8.
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10-05-2025
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36-hour standoff with heavily armed suspect continues in Fredonia
Residents are still advised to stay away from or stay in their homes due to a "tactical situation" at the Village of Fredonia on Fox Glen Road. A man at his residence is considered extremely dangerous as he is heavily armed with firearms, according to the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office. Attempts to de-escalate the situation with the suspect "continued through the night and were unsuccessful," the sheriff's office wrote in a Facebook post at 6:20 a.m. on May 10. According to the sheriff's office, the subject has continued to threaten to kill officers if they enter his home. "Safety remains the top priority, and we will continue to be patient until we can safely end the situation," the sheriff's office wrote. This situation has been ongoing since the evening of May 8, when authorities received a report from a resident on Fox Glen Road in Fredonia of multiple gunshots throughout the day. Other residents made similar calls, according to authorities. At around 10:30 p.m. on May 8, the homeowner was reached by phone and acknowledged playing loud music and firing weapons from the residence, authorities said. According to the sheriff's office, the suspect said he was going to continue playing music and "if anyone came to his residence, he would shoot them." Shortly after the phone conversation, deputies on the scene heard multiple gunshots coming from his residence. The sheriff's office said the suspect was discharging several firearms in unknown directions, including an automatic rifle. The suspect remained uncooperative and made explicit threats toward law enforcement stating "he'd go full auto" and would "kill anyone who approached," according to the sheriff's office. On multiple occasions, the suspect was observed aiming a rifle in the direction of law enforcement armored vehicles stationed on the scene. The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office said it is being assisted by numerous law enforcement agencies, including the Washington County Sheriff's Office SWAT, Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office SWAT, Port Washington Police Department, Saukville Police Department, Wisconsin State Patrol, and others. This is an ongoing investigation, authorities said. Cathy Kozlowicz can be reached at 262-361-9132 or Follow her on X at @kozlowicz_cathy. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: 36-hour standoff with heavily armed suspect continues in Fredonia
Yahoo
10-05-2025
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Fredonia standoff: Tactical situation continues Saturday morning
The Brief A tactical situation in Fredonia has been underway for more than 24 hours. The sheriff's office said a man with weapons, including an automatic rifle, barricaded himself inside a home. The suspect has threatened to "go full auto" and kill anyone who approached, according to the sheriff's office. FREDONIA, Wis. - A tactical situation, which started late Thursday night in a Fredonia neighborhood, continues on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office said a man with weapons barricaded himself inside a home and is "extremely dangerous." What we know According to the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office, on Thursday, May 8, at about 8:30 p.m., the sheriff's office got a report from a Fredonia resident on Fox Glen Road who heard multiple gunshots throughout the day. Additional calls were received from other residents with similar concerns. Deputies monitored the area and no gunshots were heard. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android At about 10:30 p.m., the homeowner was reached by phone and acknowledged playing loud music and firing weapons from the residence. The suspect stated he was going to continue playing music and if anyone came to his residence, he would shoot them. Shortly after the phone conversation, deputies on scene heard multiple gunshots coming from the residence. The sheriff's office says the suspect was firing several firearms in unknown directions, including an automatic rifle, posing a significant threat to the safety of the community and law enforcement. Nearby residents were advised to shelter in place, specifically in the basements of their homes. A law enforcement perimeter was set and the Ozaukee County Special Response Team (SRT) was activated and deployed to the scene. Over the course of several hours, negotiators tried to engage the suspect and de-escalate the situation. Despite these efforts, the suspect remained uncooperative and made explicit threats towards law enforcement, stating "he'd go full auto" and kill anyone who approached. The suspect also provided information indicating he was heavily armed and prepared to use force against officers. On multiple occasions, the suspect was seen aiming a rifle in the direction of law enforcement armored vehicles stationed on the scene. Due to the extended length of the tactical incident, Ozaukee County SRT was temporarily relieved at noon on Friday, May 9, by Washington County SWAT and Milwaukee County SWAT. Negotiations continued throughout the afternoon and into the evening until Ozaukee County SRT took back tactical command of the incident at 7 p.m. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News What's next As of 6:20 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, the suspect continues to threaten to kill officers if they enter his home. The sheriff's office says safety remains the top priority and officers will continue to be patient until the situation is safely ended. Residents are encouraged to stay away from this area or remain in their homes. Dig deeper Court records show a restraining order was filed against the owner of the home in November and dismissed nearly two weeks later. It explained the man had access to assault rifles. FOX6 News has not confirmed whether that's the same person involved in the tactical situation. The Source FOX6 has been on scene since Friday morning covering the standoff, and FOX6 has also talked to neighbors nearby. The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office sent FOX6 a press release late Friday night, with more information provided Saturday morning.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
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Ozaukee County Sheriff responds to 'dangerous subject,' issues shelter in place order
A "tactical situation" is occurring on Fox Glen Road in Fredonia on May 9, and nearby residents are advised to stay in their homes, according to the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office. "The subject remains in his residence, however, he is considered extremely dangerous as he's heavily armed with firearms," the sheriff's office wrote in a Facebook post. "Ongoing attempts are being made to de-escalate the situation." As of 5:57 a.m., the sheriff's office said it would be calling residents of Fox Glen Road, Pheasant Lane and Partridge Lane and providing them to option to stay inside their home, or be escorted out of the area by an officer. Any outgoing travel will be going north to Martin Avenue Additionally, residents of Edmaro Street may leave the area going south but should "use extreme caution when driving out," the sheriff's office said. The nearby St. John Church and St. John's daycare center are closed May 9 due to the ongoing threat, the sheriff's office said. Authorities turned off power in the neighborhood overnight but restored it at 5:20 a.m. "The situation remains volatile as the subject refuses to cooperate," the sheriff's office said. Authorities will continue to provide updates on the incident on Facebook, in the post below: This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Ozaukee County tactical situation: Shelter in place order in Fredonia
