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7 days ago
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Townhouse in Wisconsin a complete loss after fire, one firefighter injured from smoke inhalation
NORWAY, Wis. (WFRV) – A townhouse in southern Wisconsin has been rendered a complete loss due to an early morning fire on Tuesday, with one firefighter injured due to inhaling smoke. The Racine County Sheriff's Office reported that deputies and local fire crews responded to a reported house fire in the 7000 block of Ashwood Lane in Norway around 3 a.m. on Tuesday. Wisconsin youth services organization to shut down following federal contract cancellation Deputies reported active flames outside of the house and requested assistance through the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System because of the fire's continuous spread. Residents on one side were accounted for and outside, but could not yet confirm if the other side had people inside. The Waterford Fire Department's crews went in, and deputies searched the interior, confirming nobody inside. The fire spread throughout the attic and the entire top floor, as traffic was shut down. The fire was put out shortly after 5 a.m., with one firefighter hospitalized for smoke inhalation. The townhouse was deemed a complete loss, and officials are investigating the fire. 57-year-old woman in Wisconsin hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being trapped, rescued from house fire Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling released the following statement: 'I applaud the coordinated efforts of the deputies and the fire department personnel whose swift actions ensured there was no loss of life in this dangerous fire. To the displaced families victimized by the fire, may you find strength and comfort as you navigate this challenging time in your lives.' Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling No additional details were provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
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Man hit by stray bullet while traveling in Wisconsin, deputies investigating
DOVER, Wis. (WFRV) – A man was hospitalized after he was shot in southeastern Wisconsin last Sunday by an errant bullet while he was a passenger in a truck that was driving in Racine County. Around 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, authorities with the Racine County Sheriff's Office and Kansasville Fire and Rescue Department were called to the 2500 block of CTH N and Sunnyside Drive in the Town of Dover for reports of a person who had been shot. Wisconsin boy who overcame traumatic lawnmower injury graduates high school When first responders arrived at the scene, they found a roughly 25-year-old man who was in the front passenger seat of a pickup truck with a bullet wound. Authorities say the truck, which was towing a fishing boat, was heading north on Sunnyside Drive when a stray bullet penetrated the passenger's side front door and hit the victim. Packers honor Wisconsin law enforcement officers with Protect & Serve Award The man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and the Racine County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident. No additional details were provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
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Racine police chase, fatal crash; man charged with reckless homicide
The Brief A man is now charged after a Racine police chase led to a fatal crash. Prosecutors accuse the 36-year-old of reckless homicide, among other crimes. Court filings said he had an active DOC warrant for cutting off a GPS bracelet. RACINE, Wis. - A Racine man is accused of reckless homicide, among other crimes, after a police chase led to a crash that killed a 72-year-old man last month. In Court Prosecutors charged 36-year-old Adonis Martin with four felonies and a misdemeanor in the case. Court records show his bond was set at $1 million on Tuesday, May 6. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android The backstory The crash happened at Lathrop and Victory on April 19. Racine police said officers were chasing a vehicle when it ran a stop sign and crashed into an uninvolved vehicle. Crash near Lathrop and Victory, Racine (Courtesy: Brian B.) The driver of the vehicle that was hit, identified as 72-year-old Daniel Brown, was flown to a hospital with extensive injuries and died the next day. Police arrested the fleeing driver, now identified in court filings as Martin, at gunpoint. While being transported, a criminal complaint states he said: "Man, I (expletive) up big time, I just threw my whole life away." SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Active warrant Dig deeper The Racine County Sheriff's Office said Martin has a lengthy criminal history. At the time of the crash, court filings said he had an active Wisconsin Department of Corrections warrant for cutting off a GPS bracelet. The complaint states Martin told police he was "having problems" with his family and a probation agent. He also admitted he removed his GPS bracelet. As for the chase, he said he was being followed by gang members, "blacked out" and said he did not know police were behind him. The Source Information in this report is from the Racine Police Department, Racine County Sheriff's Office, Racine County District Attorney's Office and Wisconsin Circuit Court.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Burlington student sex assault; Daniel Powers sentenced
The Brief A former Burlington elementary school staff member was sentenced on Monday, May 5. Daniel Powers pleaded guilty to three charges in January and will spend multiple years behind bars. Powers was accused of "multiple instances" of inappropriate physical contact with students. MILWAUKEE - A former Burlington elementary school staff member who pleaded guilty to two counts of fourth-degree sexual assault and one count of child abuse was sentenced on Monday, May 5, to 18 months in the Racine County Jail, plus another three years in prison and three years of extended supervision. The accused, Daniel Powers, pleaded guilty to the charges in January. Six other counts against him (first-degree sexual assault of same child and five counts of repeated sexual assault of same child) were dismissed and read into the court record for the purposes of sentencing. What we know According to the Racine County Sheriff's Office, a parent whose children attend Dyer Elementary School reported "multiple instances" of Powers' inappropriate physical contact with students. The alleged contact took place during the 2021-22 school year. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android According to a criminal complaint, Powers worked as a teacher's aide at the school. Three students, all girls, were interviewed as part of the early investigation. All three described Powers touching them in ways that made them and/or others feel "uncomfortable." During the preliminary investigation, the sheriff's office said investigators developed probable cause that Powers "victimized multiple students" of the school. The Source The information in this post was provided by Wisconsin Circuit Court Access as well as the criminal complaint associated with this case.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
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High-speed chase with children in back seat ends in major drug bust, arrests in Wisconsin
RACINE COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) – A man and woman from Wisconsin were arrested after leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase while two children were in the back seat, and authorities later discovered a large stash of drugs inside the vehicle. According to the Racine County Sheriff's Office, the incident began shortly before 12:15 p.m. on Monday, April 28. A deputy traveling northbound on Interstate 94 near State Highway 20 clocked a vehicle traveling nearly 110 miles per hour. When the deputy attempted to pull the vehicle over, the driver, identified as 27-year-old Micah J. Gonzalez of Milwaukee, sped up and refused to stop. 17-year-old Wisconsin boy arrested for owning tools to convert gun into fully-automatic firearm The pursuit was radioed in, and additional deputies positioned ahead of the vehicle at County Road G successfully deployed a tire deflation device, deflating three of the four tires. Despite losing air in the tires, Gonzalez continued driving into Milwaukee County, with shredded tires and metal rims scraping the roadway. During the pursuit, deputies observed two adults and two young children, ages 3 and 2, in the vehicle. One of the children appeared to be unsecured. Deputies drove in a serpentine pattern in front of Gonzalez to slow the vehicle, which was still traveling 70 to 80 miles per hour. The chase ended near Layton Avenue after Gonzalez crashed into the median wall. Both children were safely removed from the vehicle and were unharmed. Gonzalez and his passenger, 26-year-old Emily Lopez of Greenfield, were taken into custody. Authorities say Lopez had a small amount of cocaine in her purse. The children, whom the couple share, were turned over to their grandmother. A search of the vehicle uncovered a large quantity of narcotics, including: 462.9 grams of cocaine (tested positive for fentanyl) 768.1 grams of crystal meth 1,025 MDMA pills (tested positive for heroin) 66.3 grams of an unknown liquid, still being tested The pursuit lasted approximately 17 miles, reaching speeds over 100 miles per hour. Gonzalez was referred for the following charges: Four counts of first-degree recklessly endangering safety One count of second-degree recklessly endangering safety Fleeing and eluding Felony bail jumping Two counts of OWI with a child under 16 (second offense) Resisting or obstructing an officer Possession of drug paraphernalia Two counts of child neglect Possession with intent to deliver cocaine, fentanyl, amphetamine, heroin, and MDMA He also faces a pending case for strangulation, battery, and disorderly conduct, all with a domestic abuse enhancer. His bail is reportedly over $1 million. Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling praised the coordinated response. Man in Wisconsin arrested for 3rd OWI after crashing into building, license was previously revoked 'I extend my sincere appreciation to the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office for assisting in getting this deadly menace off the interstate without loss of life or serious injury,' said Schmaling. 'The seizure of the wide array of drugs — much of which is laced with additional poisons — prevented untold harm to the public. I pray for the future of the two young children who have been cursed with these irresponsible, horrible parents. To all the deputies involved in this case, job well done.' No further details were released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
