New Berlin woman arrested for OWI, battery to officer after pursuit through Germantown, Richfield
WASHINGTON COUNTY -- A New Berlin woman was arrested in her own driveway after allegedly leading authorities on a wild chase that began in Germantown early Thursday, August 11th.Around 12:15 a.m. Thursday, a deputy on patrol heard a Germantown police officer conducting a traffic stop in the area of Highway 167 and I-41 request a second squad to the scene.The deputy was nearby, and responded to the scene to assist.As the deputy was exciting his squad car, Washington County Sheriff's officials say the deputy saw the suspect vehicle flee the scene at a high rate of speed.The suspect vehicle was pursued for several miles through Germantown until the operator's driving became too dangerous to continue the pursuit.The suspect vehicle was later found in the Cabela's parking lot in Richfield.
New Berlin K-9 Officer "Condor" praised for helping officers track and nab burglary suspect
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin Police Department K-9 Officer "Condor" is getting credit for helping to nab a burglary suspect.Early on Monday, June 6th, a homeowner confronted a burglar in his garage and called police.Condor led officers through backyards, wooded areas and along the streets -- eventually finding the suspect in a motor home -- one-third of a mile away!The suspect was taken to jail.
Milwaukee man accused of attacking two others at New Berlin's Ridge Cinema
WAUKESHA -- 24-year-old Jan Flodr of Milwaukee faces multiple charges for an alleged incident that happened at the Marcus Ridge Cinema in New Berlin on Friday, May 27th.Flodr faces the following charges:
New Berlin police investigate armed robbery at Pizza Hut restaurant
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Thursday night, April 21st at the Pizza Hut on National Avenue.
Police finish investigation into allegations New Berlin teacher had sexual contact with student
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police said on Thursday, February 18th they have finished their investigation into alleged inappropriate sexual contact between a female New Berlin West High School teacher and a 17-year-old male student.Police say their report has been sent over to the Waukesha County District Attorney's Office for possible charging.Following an internal investigation, the teacher was fired from the school.Officials with the School District of New Berlin said they learned of the allegations on January 15th.The 28-year-old teacher was immediately placed on administrative leave.After an internal investigation by the School District of New Berlin, the teacher was fired.
New Berlin police warn residents to be on lookout for suspicious vehicles following home burglaries
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police say two residential daytime burglaries took place late last week, and are sending a warning to residents it may be the beginning of a trend.Authorities say the two burglaries were similar -- both with breaking and entering through the rear door of the homes.
Latest: New Berlin West teacher fired, accused of inappropriate relationship with student
NEW BERLIN -- Officials with the School District of New Berlin say a New Berlin West High School teacher has been fired following an investigation into an allegation the teacher had an inappropriate relationship with a student.School district officials say New Berlin West administrators learned of the allegation on January 15th.The 28-year-old teacher was immediately placed on administrative leave.An internal investigation by the School District of New Berlin has now concluded, and the teacher has been fired.New Berlin police continue their investigation into this allegation.Earlier this week, police told FOX6 News the case was expected to be handed over to the District Attorney's Office by week's end.This teacher has not yet been officially charged.In a statement, school district officials said:
Charges could come soon for New Berlin teacher accused of sexual contact with student
NEW BERLIN -- A New Berlin West High School teacher could be facing criminal charges by week's end.
"Staffing changes at New Berlin West High School:" At least one teacher on administrative leave
NEW BERLIN -- Nearly a year after a New Berlin West High School basketball coach was arrested and accused of possessing marijuana on school property and fired, FOX6 News has learned of new issues at the school.
New Berlin police: Four teens in custody after several recent criminal damage incidents
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police say four teens have been taken into custody in connection with a series of criminal damage incidents that have occurred in recent weeks.The teens were taken into custody early on Wednesday, December 23rd -- around 12:30 a.m.Police say the teens were taken into custody for criminal damage to property and other offenses following what police are calling "a fresh round of destruction" near Ohio Drive and Sandalwood Drive.Police were called out to that area regarding suspects who were causing damage to a lamp in a yard.The caller provided a description of the suspect vehicle -- and responding officers located the vehicle near 124th Street and National Avenue.The four teens were arrested during a traffic stop.If you live in this area of New Berlin and you have experienced recent damage, police are asking that you report it by calling the Waukesha County Communication Center at (262) 446-5070.New Berlin police said on December 17th they were stepping up patrols after a significant uptick in criminal damage incidents.Police said most of these incidents are occurring during the overnight hours, and indicated water bottles were being used to smash out vehicle windows and lamp post lights.
New Berlin police step up patrols, warn residents after series of criminal damage incidents
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police are warning residents about a significant uptick in criminal damage incidents in recent weeks.Police say most of these incidents are occurring during the overnight hours.Water bottles are being used to smash out vehicle windows and lamp post lights.Police are asking that anyone who observed suspicious activity give them a call immediately.
Missing & endangered: New Berlin police need help to find 69-year-old Carl Pfeifer
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police need your help locating a missing, endangered man.
Police receive multiple complaints about "kidnapping" phone call scam
NEW BERLIN -- It's a scam that has been going on for years.
"I'm at a loss for words:" Two drivers could face charges in hit-and-run crash that left man dead
NEW BERLIN -- A man walking near Greenfield Avenue and Coachlight Drive was hit by two vehicles -- and neither driver stopped at the scene.
Pedestrian struck & killed by hit-and-run driver in New Berlin
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police say a pedestrian was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver and struck again by a second vehicle early Saturday, October 31st.Officials say officers from New Berlin and Brookfield responded to the crash scene shortly before 5:30 a.m. at the intersection of Greenfield Ave.
Armed robbery in Waukesha leads to lockdown of Walmart in New Berlin; two in custody
NEW BERLIN -- An armed robbery in Waukesha, and a subsequent pursuit of the suspect vehicle led to a lockdown at the Walmart store on Greenfield Avenue in New Berlin on Saturday, October 24th.It all began around 3:20 p.m. -- when New Berlin police were advised of an armed robbery that had just occurred in Waukesha.Waukesha police tell FOX6 News it happened at the Verizon Wireless store on Silvernail Road.The suspects were identified as two or three black males, last seen driving a white SUV.Shortly before 3:30 p.m., a New Berlin officer spotted the suspect vehicle near the intersection of Greenfield Avenue and S.
Recognize him? New Berlin police release sketch of suspect after strong-armed robbery
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police have released a sketch of a suspect following a strong-armed robbery that occurred on Thursday, October 15th.
Man arrested for operating while intoxicated following crash, car fire in New Berlin
NEW BERLIN -- The New Berlin Police Department responded to a two-car accident at Sunnyslope Road and Nicolet Drive Wednesday night, September 16th.According to police, a 51-year-old man was turning left from Nicolet Drive onto southbound Sunnyslope Road when he collided head-on with a northbound vehicle on Sunnyslope Road.
27-year-old man arrested after high-speed pursuit, suspected of DUI, third offense
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police say a high-speed pursuit and subsequent "high-risk traffic stop" led to the arrest of a 27-year-old man for DUI.Shortly before 4:00 p.m., police were made aware of a reckless driving complaint on I-43NB near Highway 83 -- near the Town of Mukwonago.Two separate callers reported a vehicle driving erratically and at speeds in excess of 100 miles-per-hour.The vehicle entered the city of New Berlin and was observed by an officer near Moorland Road.The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, but it failed to stop -- continuing northbound on I-43.A pursuit continued, and the suspect lowered the vehicle's speed to 55 miles-per-hour, but he still wasn't stopping the vehicle.The vehicle finally stopped when several squads were following on I-43 at 124th Street.A "high-risk traffic stop" ensued.Police say a language barrier hindered arrest efforts which were improved with the arrival of the police K-9 officer and a Spanish speaking officer.The suspect was eventually taken into custody without incident.
Truck collides with bicyclist on Moorland Road, 14-year-old boy seriously injured
NEW BERLIN -- New Berlin police say the northbound lanes of Moorland Rd.