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Sheriff’s Department investigating infant’s death

The Sheriff's Department is investigating the death of an infant in Paddock Lake this morning, which appears to have been the result of a family sharing a bed. Deputies and emergency personnel responded to the home in the 6400 block of 247th Avenue at 6:41 p.m., a press release from the Sheriff's Department said. Deputies found the father performing CPR on his 6-week-old baby son. Upon the rescue squad’s arrival, the baby… Continue reading

Deputies address digital dangers

The school resource officers from Central and Wilmot high schools explained some of the possible dangers of the internet and cellphones to a audience at Central Wednesday. "We're not here to sare you into not using the most powerful tool in teh world," said Deputy Ken Krenz, Central's resource officer. "We;re here to tell you to be careful. We have to remind our kids on a daily bais." Along those lines, here are some… Continue reading

Bristol — town and village — still in on Deputy Friendly donation

Bristol -- the village and the town -- will be making a donation to the Deputy Friendly Safety Poster Contest. The town had traditionally made a $200 donation to the contest, typically used to purchase bikes. Since the northwest corner of the town was incorporated as a village Dec. 1, the Town Board has been acting as an interim village board and holding two meetings, one after the other. On Monday, the donation was on the Village Board's agenda. Board member John… Continue reading

Digital dangers topic of meeting

A meeting aimed at helping parents have the children be wise users of technology will be held at Central High School, Wednesday, at 7 p.m., in the all purpose room. Speakers from the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department will address dangers of the Internet and texting during the meeting. The meeting is not intended for students…

Lake George roads icy

At 1:49 p.m., a sheriff's deputy is reporting that the roads in the Lake George subdivision in Bristol "are ice." View Larger Map

Sheriff’s Department issues CrimeStoppers alert

The Kenosha County Sheriff's Department has issued the following CrimeStopeprs alert (Note: The incidents happened well east of the I): crimestoppers-logoIn the early morning hours of November 28, 2009, unknown suspects committed numerous vehicle entries. These entries occurred in Somers township near Sheridan Road and CTH E. Most of the vehicles were left unlocked while parked in residential driveways… Continue reading

Sexting involving Bristol teens being investigated

An incident of sexting -- sending nude photos via cellphone text messages  -- involving two Bristol teenagers, is being investigated by the Sheriff's Department, Fox 6 News is reporting. Bristol School administration has addressed the situation in a letter sent home to parents, the report says…

Sheriff says Paris residents safe, offers burglary prevention tips

Sheriff David Beth assured Paris residents at Town Hall Monday evening that they do not have a level of crime to be concerned about, but also offered several tips those concerned about burglaries could use. The meeting with Beth was arranged by residents concerned about what they see as an increase in home break-ins in recent months. One family has had three break-ins recently. About 75 people attended and Beth complimented the turnout. "I'm truly impressed with all the people that showed up,"… Continue reading

Paris residents to meet with sheriff about break-ins

A group of Paris residents concerned with the number of break-ins recently in the town will be meeting with Sheriff David Beth Monday to discuss the issue. The meeting will take place at Paris Town Hall on Monday, Nov. 2 at 6 p.m.  Beth is expected to have approximately an hour to listen to concerns and provide information and advice. The meeting's organizers urge Paris residents to attend this meeting to become informed… Continue reading

Sheriff’s Department offers trick or treat safety advice

The Kenosha County Sheriff's Department has issued the following Halloween trick or treating advice: Kenosha County Sheriff David Beth and The National Crime Prevention Council would like to wish everyone a safe and fun Halloween. In preparation for Halloween parties or trick-or-treating, we would like to extend some safety tips to ensure that your kids’ spooky night of activities is safe and enjoyable.
  • When preparing for a night of trick-or-treating, make sure children

Murder suspects in court

Preliminary hearings for the four men charged in the murder of a Brighton resident got under way Wednesday. The hearings were continued until Nov. 12. Charged with first-degree intentional homicide and other crimes in the shooting death of  Robin Leydel of Brighton are:
  • Robert M. Navigato, 50, of Bristol.
  • Brian D. Suchecki, 37, of Twin Lakes.
  • Richard J. Beeter, 54, of Lake Villa, Ill.
  • Crash at Brass Ball Corners

    At 7:20 a.m., a school bus driver is reporting an accident blocking traffic at Brass Ball Corners, Highways 50 and 83/75 in Paddock Lake. The drivers said the scene is blocking traffic. UPDATE 7:23 a.m. -- A sheriff's deputy has been dispatched to the scene. Report is that there are two vehicles involved, one of which has moved to the parking lot of an adjacent business… Continue reading

    Man slain in Brighton home identified

    Updated with 911 excerpts. The man killed in a home invasion in Brighton early this morning has been identified by the Sheriff's Department as Robin Leydel, 50, of Brighton. The Sheriff's Department also has four people in custody in connection with the incident. They are:
    • John M. Navigato, 50, of Bristol.
    • Teddy Bieker, 19, of Kenosha.
    • Brian Suchecki, 37, of Twin Lakes.
    • Richard Beeter, 54, of Lake Villa, Ill.
    The four suspects were in a vehicle leaving… Continue reading

    Roll over crash in Twin Lakes

    At 8:09 a.m., Twin Lakes police and emergency crews are responding to a roll-over vehicle crash at 11600 334th Ave. No word yet on injuries. UPDATE 8:11 a.m.: One person out of the vehicle, laying along side. UPDATE 8:14 a.m.: Scene on county side of road. Sheriff's deputies already responding. UPDATE 8:15 a.m.: Driver responsive, asking for a Twin Lakes tow truck company. UPDATE 8:17 a.m.: Deputy at scene says vehicle is on its roof… Continue reading

    Injury accident at Highways F and KD

    Police and emergency units are responding at about 1:20 p.m. to an injury accident at Highways F and KD. Sounds like from scanner transmissions that there is some blockage of traffic. Sounds like it is the more western intersection of these roads, as there is question of jurisdiction going on for law enforcement. Twin Lakes, which has its own PD, and Randall, covered by the Sheriff's Department, border that intersection. Twin Lakes Fire… Continue reading
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