Prosecutors: New Berlin man admits to setting 5 fires, 3 at his neighbor's home
MUSKEGO -- A New Berlin man is facing arson charges in connection with five incidents dating back to March in Muskego and New Berlin -- three of them at his neighbor's home.31-year-old Adam Erickson faces three counts of arson of a building without the owner's consent, and two counts of arson of property other than a building.The alleged incidents occurred as follows:
New Berlin man accused of taking advantage of "fragile" teen girls pleads not guilty
WAUKESHA -- 44-year-old Craig Miller of New Berlin pleaded not guilty and was bound over for trial on Friday, May 26th on multiple charges related to a series of incidents from April 2015 through November 2016.Miller of New Berlin is accused of taking advantage of "fragile" teenage girls across the country -- using his phone and computer to get them to send him nude photos.
New Berlin police identify 51-year-old man found dead after hours-long standoff
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police on Monday, April 10th identified a man found dead after a standoff lasting several hours which began late Friday night, April 7th.
Waukesha man accused of trying to steal large TVs from Walmart in New Berlin
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- A 31-year-old Waukesha man is charged with felony retail theft and misdemeanor bail jumping after police say he walked out of a Walmart store with televisions he did not pay for.According to a criminal complaint, on Friday, January 13th, a male suspect was observed at the Walmart located near Greenfield and Moorland in New Berlin, pushing a cart with large Samsung televisions inside of it out of the store, without making any attempt to purchase them.The complaint state New Berlin police were already at the Walmart store for an unrelated incident.
Restaurant manager accused of sexually assaulting coworkers told investigators that's "how he was brought up"
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- A 61-year-old New Berlin restaurant manager is accused of sexually assaulting female coworkers.Michael Bernicky of Waukesha is facing two counts of fourth degree sexual assault.According to a criminal complaint, in June, New Berlin police were contacted by the mother of a now 18-year-old girl who was 17 at the time.
Big Bend police investigate possible police impersonation case
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- The Big Bend Police Department is investigating a possible police impersonation case.Officials say the case involves a black Ford Crown Victoria (possibly an old squad car) driven by a white male.
"I'm still alive:" Retired MMA fighter stabbed multiple times during attempted carjacking
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police are searching for two suspects in connection with a stabbing that happened during an attempted "bump and run" carjacking that occurred early Wednesday morning, January 18th.
Flight for Life called out to head-on collision in New Berlin; 2 injured
NEW BERLIN -- Flight for Life was called to the scene of a head-on collision in New Berlin Monday morning, January 2nd.The accident happened around 7 a.m. on Racine Avenue near Swartz Road.Authorities say one individual was flown to Froedtert Hospital by Flight for Life and one driver was taken to a local hospital by New Berlin Fire Department ambulance.The accident is still under investigation.
"This makes a huge difference:" New Berlin police and firefighters join forces to help the hungry
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police and firefighters joined forces off the job to help the hungry this holiday season.
New Berlin police identify husband, wife who died after shooting incident at home on Hickory Trail
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police have identified a man and a woman in their 70s who died Wednesday, November 23rd following a 911 call from a home on Hickory Trail.The victims have been identified as 76-year-old William Krueger and 71-year-old Karen Krueger -- husband and wife.Both lived at the home on Hickory Trail.Police say an investigation has revealed this incident was possibly related to health issues, and didn't involve domestic violence.Police are not looking for any suspects.No criminal charges are being pursued against anyone.Police say the community was never in any danger.The investigation into the double shooting started with an odd 911 call on Wednesday morning.A man on the phone did not identify himself but insinuated help was needed.
"Such a shock:" New Berlin police conduct investigation; 2 people in their 70s dead
NEW BERLIN -- The New Berlin Police Department is conducting a death investigation after an elderly man and woman were found dead inside their New Berlin home on Hickory Trail on Wednesday, November 23rd -- each suffering from a gunshot wound.
Man accused of breaking into ex's home while she was sleeping, threatening her with knife
WAUKESHA COUNTY -- A Racine man has been charged, accused of breaking into the home of his ex-girlfriend, and attacking her and a man at the home in New Berlin.It happened early on Saturday, November 5th at an apartment building on S.
New Berlin police seek suspect after gas station robbed of cash, cigarettes at gunpoint
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police are seeking a suspect after a gas station at 124th and Cleveland was robbed at gunpoint on Sunday afternoon, September 18th.It happened around 3:30 p.m.Police say a lone male suspect obtained an undetermined amount of cash and cigarettes -- and fled the gas station prior to the arrival of police.The suspect vehicle is described as an older Chevy Cavalier, possibly blue in color, with faded headlights and faded paint.Police don't have a license plate number.No one was hurt in this armed robbery.Police are investigating.
New Berlin police: 38-year-old man arrested following shots fired incident at 132nd and W. National Ave.
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police early on Sunday morning, September 4th took into custody a 38-year-old man following a shots fired incident.It happened shortly before 1:00 a.m. near 132nd Street and W.
New Berlin police: 7 juveniles cited for trespassing at vacant Prospect Hill School
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police say citations were issued to seven juveniles accused of trespassing at the vacant Prospect Hill School in New Berlin.It happened around 2:00 a.m. Monday, August 29th.Police say they were notified by a concerned neighbor that several juveniles were seen running into the building.Seven juveniles were located -- ranging in age from 15 to 17.
"I was dead for 2 minutes:" Man thanks first responders who saved his life after cardiac arrest at New Berlin park
NEW BERLIN -- 32-year-old Dejuante Wade doesn't smoke or drink, and in August, got a clean bill of health from his doctor.
41-year-old New Berlin woman takes police on wild chase; punches officer in the face
NEW BERLIN -- A traffic stop turns dangerous.