Dodgeville Police Department

05/23/2026

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04/17/2026

Once again there is a likelihood for severe storms this afternoon with the first wave starting around 2:00 p.m. and the second wave ending around 6:30 p.m. Please be aware that citizens needing shelter can go to the Dodgeville Armory/Library located at 410 E. Leffler St. in the City of Dodgeville. The library will be open until 6:00 p.m. City Hall will also be open including the bathroom area which would be the safest area to take shelter. You may bring pets to City Hall as well but they must be in a crate or muzzled. Please be weather aware and have a plan in place.

04/14/2026

With the likelihood for severe storms tonight please be aware that citizens needing shelter can go to the Dodgeville Armory/Library located at 410 E. Leffler St. in the City of Dodgeville. The library will be open until 6:00 p.m. After 6:00 p.m. a Dodgeville Police Officer will be on site to provide access to the building if there is a Severe Thunderstorm Warning or Tornado Warning issued. Please be weather aware and have a plan in place.

01/07/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chief Brandon Wilhelm
Date: 01-07-2026 11:15 a.m. Phone: 608-935-5950 Ext. 359
Release #- 1 of 1

Dodgeville Police Department Investigating Suspicious Emails

The Dodgeville Police Department is currently investigating suspicious emails that were sent to the Dodgeville Police Department on January 7th, 2026. The emails contained vague threats; however, no specific locations, actions, or targets were identified. At this time, there is no information indicating a specific threat.

The Dodgeville Police Department is working in conjunction with other local and federal law enforcement agencies to determine the origin of the emails and to gather additional information. The investigation remains ongoing.

As a precaution, the situation continues to be monitored closely, and additional Law Enforcement presence is ongoing at various locations in the City of Dodgeville. There is no immediate action required from the public at this time unless otherwise advised. The department will provide additional updates as necessary.

Anyone with information relevant to this investigation is encouraged to contact the Dodgeville Police Department at 608-935-5950

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08/26/2025

We have had numerous keys and keychains turned into our department lately.

If you are searching for your missing keys, please contact the Dodgeville Police Department and describe your keys so we can get them returned to you.

08/15/2025

Update: Located Safe

Missing Juvenile-Highland

🚨 JUVENILE – MISSING – PLEASE HELP 🚨
The Iowa County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a Missing/Runaway Juvenile.
📍 Last Seen: Thursday, August 14, 2025, between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM, in the 300 block of Main Street, Village of Highland, WI.
🚴 Last Known Activity: Seen pushing a dark green bicycle (missing a brake handle) southbound on Main Street.
Details:
Name: Nevaeh Swiggum
S*x: Female
Age: 12
Clothing: Black V-neck T-shirt, jeans with flared bottoms, white and black Nike tennis shoes, white Nike socks
If you have any information regarding Nevaeh’s whereabouts, please contact the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office immediately at 📞 608-930-9500 or call 911.
Please share this information to help bring Nevaeh home safely.

07/16/2025

🚨 Missing Endangered Person – Dorinda Segebrecht🚨

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: July 15, 2025
Contact: Iowa County Sheriff’s Office – (608) 930-9500 ext. 2

The Iowa County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with the Dodgeville Police Department, is actively investigating a scene in the City of Dodgeville and seeking public assistance in locating a missing and endangered individual:

Name: Dorinda Segebrecht

Age: 67

City of Residence: Dodgeville, WI

Last Seen: Monday, July 14, 2025, at approximately 12:00 PM (noon) in the City of Dodgeville

Vehicle: Black Hyundai Kona

License Plate: AXG8066

⚠️ IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Authorities have reason to believe Dorinda may be endangered.

As part of the ongoing investigation, Division Street / STH 191 is currently closed between Rogers Street and Dacotah Street.

Residents are urged to avoid the area and remain alert.

📞 If you have any information:

Please contact the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office immediately at (608) 930-9500 ext. 2.

Your vigilance and cooperation are critical to ensuring the safety of Ms. Segebrecht and assisting law enforcement in this urgent matter.

Sheriff Michael Peterson
Chief Brandon Wilhelm

07/15/2025

04/17/2025

We work very close with our neighboring agency in Mineral Point and encourage members of that community to continue showing their support for the Mineral Point Police Department! Let’s keep making our communities stronger and safer together.

Support for the Mineral Point Police Department and awareness to what could happen to your police departments with tough budget decisions.

As your Iowa County Sheriff, I want to bring attention to a growing concern in our communities—law enforcement staffing and public safety.

Mineral Point is facing potential cuts to its police force, and I want to be absolutely clear: reducing 24-hour police coverage will directly impact community safety.

The Mineral Point Police Department responds to nearly 1,500 calls per year—from life-threatening trauma incidents and accidents to school safety and emergencies requiring CPR. Their presence is not optional, it’s essential.

With over 2,500 residents and a bustling tourism sector, the actual population at any moment is much higher. That means more calls, more emergencies—and a greater need for officers.

Let’s not forget our kids: School Resource Officers in Mineral Point and our communities are vital. They protect our children, foster trust, and teach safety—an investment in our future.

I want to be clear—I do not place blame on municipal councils. These are incredibly difficult decisions, and as Sheriff, I see firsthand how tight budgets impact all of us. Iowa County is also facing tough financial realities. Municipalities across our region are doing their best to serve with the resources they have, and I respect that.

I also want to say this: I truly appreciate the tremendous support our communities have for law enforcement. It means everything to our deputies and officers. We’ve built trust together—and we want to keep it that way. That trust is grounded in strong, visible, responsive policing—and that requires full staffing and 24-hour coverage.

Right now, the Iowa County Sheriff’s Office operates with just 15 deputies, though we should have 24 to meet national averages. We simply can’t take on additional city coverage without compromising service to the entire county.

I urge the citizens of Mineral Point and leaders across Iowa County: Support your local police department. Keep them fully staffed. Protect 24-hour coverage. These officers are critical to the safety and strength of our communities.