Ellsworth Police Department, Wisconsin

06/07/2026

06/03/2026

🚨 Monthly Siren Testing Today! 🚨

The monthly siren testing in Pierce County will take place today, June 3rd, 2026, at 1 PM.

📢 This is only a test. In the event of a real emergency, stay informed by signing up for Pierce County Emergency Alerts here: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736726530/login.

Note: The City of River Falls conducts its siren tests separately. Please check their website for details.

05/22/2026

🇱🇷Happy Memorial Day weekend🇱🇷

We would like to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Thank you to all of our military!

Please have a safe and fun holiday weekend. The Village Office will be closed on Monday. If you need police assistance assistance please call dispatch at 715-273-5051.

05/17/2026

🚑 National EMS Week 🚑

Big shoutout to our EMS crews who show up every day ready to help, no matter the situation. From the tough calls to the everyday ones, you make a difference more than you probably hear.

We appreciate the long hours, the quick thinking, and the care you bring to our community.

Thanks for everything you do! 💙

05/11/2026

💙👮It's National Police Week👮‍♀️💙

This week we would like to honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of the men and women who serve and protect our communities every day.

We remember those who gave their lives in the line of duty and are thankful for those who continue to serve.

Thank you to our law enforcement officers for your service!

05/09/2026

🚴‍♂️ E‑Bike or Off‑Highway Motorcycle? Let’s Clear Up the Confusion. 🏍️

We’ve noticed more kids riding electric dirt bikes around town—and many parents understandably assume these are “e‑bikes.” But under Wisconsin law, most of these electric dirt bikes are actually classified as Off‑Highway Motorcycles (OHMs), not bicycles.

Here’s what Wisconsin Statute 340.01(15ph) says an electric bicycle must have:

➡️ Fully operational pedals (must be able to propel the bike by human power)
➡️ Motor of 750 watts or less
➡️ Must fit into one of these classes:

🔹 Class 1 E‑Bike
• Pedal‑assist only
• Motor stops helping at 20 mph
• No throttle

🔹 Class 2 E‑Bike
• Throttle‑controlled (can operate with or without pedaling)
• Motor cuts off at 20 mph

🔹 Class 3 E‑Bike
• Pedal‑assist only
• Motor stops assisting at 28 mph
• Helmet required for riders under 18

❗ If the bike does NOT have pedals, it is NOT an e‑bike under Wisconsin law.
Those models fall under OHM and DNR regulations, which come with different rules for age, operation, and where they can be ridden.

OHM cannot be ridden on roadways, sidewalks or parks within the Village. If you are not sure the classification reach out to your local police department or the Wisconsin DNR.

Let’s keep our kids safe and our community informed.

05/06/2026

🚨 Monthly Siren Testing Today! 🚨

The monthly siren testing in Pierce County will take place today, May 6th, 2026, at 1 PM.
📢 This is only a test. In the event of a real emergency, stay informed by signing up for Pierce County Emergency Alerts here: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736726530/login.

Note: The City of River Falls conducts its siren tests separately. Please check their website for details.

05/05/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the incredible educators of the Ellsworth WI Community School District !

From all of us at the Ellsworth Police Department, thank you for the passion, patience, and dedication you bring to our students every single day. Your work shapes the future of our community, and we see the impact you make far beyond the classroom.

We’re grateful for your partnership, your leadership, and the countless ways you support Ellsworth’s kids.
Thank you for everything you do.

04/30/2026

** STOP!! AND READ THIS**

Investigator Thibado wants to alert the public of a SCAM that we have been taking a lot of calls about.

NEVER click on any links. It's best to report the message as spam if you can and block the number it came from.

The following is the text message that citizens have been receiving.

"Wisconsin Department of Transportation

As compiled in official WisDOT administrative logs, you hold outstanding traffic offenses. Regulated by Wis. Stat. § 345.47, neglecting full bill payment by April 30 will bring about the following:

• Plate Registration Revoked: Starting May 1, your auto registration shall be placed on hold and unable to be renewed.

• Driving Permit Revoked: Your legal driving rights will be PERMANENTLY SUSPENDED until outstanding balances are fully paid.

• Debt Recovery: Your file shall be submitted to Statewide Debt Collection (SDC) alongside tax refund seizure procedures.

Pay Now:

(FAKE Wisconsin DOT Link - ** Disabled in this post to avoid people clicking on it)

Reply Y, then reopen this message to tap the link, or copy and paste it into your browser.

ACT NOW TO AVOID LOSS OF DRIVING PRIVILEGES."

You can always call the DOT if you think you could owe them money but please, look up the actual phone number for them and never use the one provided in this message.

04/29/2026

Today is National Fentanyl Free Day.

Take some time and educate yourself on the danager's of Fentanyl exposure. Naloxone (Narcan) is available through Pierce County Public Health.