Kenosha County Sheriff's Office

Kenosha County Sheriff's Office Welcome to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office. Serving since 1836, we’re committed to integrity, courage, and public safety for all 168,000+ residents.

Follow for updates, community info, and ways to stay connected. The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department is the 3rd largest law enforcement agency in the state of Wisconsin and we operate the 3rd largest jail facility in the state. We are very proud of the work that all of our employees do. Our goal is to serve the public faithfully while conducting our daily duties.

Westosha Central High School InvestigationNEWS RELEASE DATE: October 7, 2026 EVENT: Westosha Central High School Investi...
10/07/2026

Westosha Central High School Investigation

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: October 7, 2026
EVENT: Westosha Central High School Investigation
LOCATION: Kenosha County, WI
RELEASED BY: Lt. Chase Forster - Public Information Officer

On Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at approximately 2:20 p.m., a Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office deputy serving as the school resource officer at Westosha Central High School was notified by school administration of a concern regarding communication between a football coach and a student through Snapchat.

The deputy interviewed the student and the coach and reviewed the information provided. The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office Detective Bureau also assisted in the matter.

Based on the information obtained at this time, no criminal violation has been identified, and no criminal charges have been filed.

School administration is addressing the matter internally, and the football coach is no longer employed as a coach at Westosha Central High School. The football coach was not a teacher, support staff member, or substitute teacher. The school’s personnel decisions are separate from the Sheriff’s Office’s assessment of whether a criminal offense occurred. Questions regarding those decisions should be directed to the school district.

The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office takes reports involving student safety seriously. To protect the student’s privacy, the student’s name is not being included in this release.

🐾🏅 Honoring Deputy John Lanctot’s Years of K9 Service 🏅🐾Please join us in congratulating Deputy John Lanctot #270, who ...
10/07/2026

🐾🏅 Honoring Deputy John Lanctot’s Years of K9 Service 🏅🐾

Please join us in congratulating Deputy John Lanctot #270, who recently received the Award of Merit from the Wisconsin Law Enforcement K9 Handlers Association (WLECHA) in recognition of his years of faithful service to the citizens of Wisconsin.

Deputy Lanctot began his K9 handler career in 2011 with K9 Klaus. Following Klaus’s passing in 2016, he partnered with K9 Fritz in 2017, continuing a proud commitment to protecting our community that carried through Fritz’s retirement.

Over more than 14 years of K9 service, Deputy Lanctot’s work helped apprehend dangerous offenders, locate illegal narcotics, save missing and endangered people, and strengthen connections with the community. Behind those accomplishments were years of training, patience, and the extraordinary bond between a handler and his K9 partner.

Being a K9 handler is a commitment that extends well beyond a shift. Deputy Lanctot embraced that responsibility, and his dedication to Klaus, Fritz, and our K9 program has made a lasting difference at the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office.

Thank you, Deputy Lanctot, for your years of hard work, for the care you gave your partners, and for helping keep our citizens and fellow deputies safe. This recognition is well deserved! 💙🐾

🐾 FOUND DOG – Salem Lakes Area 🐾This male dog was found near Hwy 50 (75th Street) and CTH B (288th Ave) in the Salem Lak...
10/07/2026

🐾 FOUND DOG – Salem Lakes Area 🐾

This male dog was found near Hwy 50 (75th Street) and CTH B (288th Ave) in the Salem Lakes Area at approximately 1:30 a.m. today.

He is currently safe at the Wisconsin Humane Society – Kenosha Campus (Safe Harbor).

If you recognize this dog or know who he belongs to, please contact:

📞 Wisconsin Humane Society – Kenosha Campus: 262-694-4047
📞 Kenosha County non-emergency dispatch: 262-656-1234

Please share and help us get him back home! 🐶❤️

🏆 Officer of the Quarter Recognition 🏆Congratulations to DSO Michelle Kovach and CO Craig Knecht, our Officer of the Qua...
10/06/2026

🏆 Officer of the Quarter Recognition 🏆

Congratulations to DSO Michelle Kovach and CO Craig Knecht, our Officer of the Quarter recipients!

Doing the job well takes consistency, sound judgment, and a commitment to the people around you. DSO Kovach and CO Knecht bring those qualities to their work each day, earning this recognition through their professionalism, dependability, and dedication to upholding our policies and procedures.

Their work also reflects the importance of treating the inmate population with dignity and respect while maintaining safety, order, and accountability. That balance is essential in corrections, and both recipients set a strong example for their coworkers.

We are proud of the work our correctional professionals do every day and grateful for the contributions DSO Kovach and CO Knecht make to our facilities and the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office.

Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved honor. Thank you both for your hard work and dedicated service! 👏

🎉 30 Years of Service—A Retirement Worth Celebrating! 🎉Please join us in congratulating Corporal Daniel Naef, Unit #126...
10/04/2026

🎉 30 Years of Service—A Retirement Worth Celebrating! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Corporal Daniel Naef, Unit #1263, who retires today after 30 years of dedicated service with the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office Detentions Division!

Throughout his career, Cpl. Naef has served with professionalism, hard work, and a steadfast commitment to Kenosha County and its citizens. We are grateful for his dedication, the contributions he has made to our office, and three decades of service to our community.

Congratulations, Dan! You’ve earned this next chapter, and we wish you plenty of happiness, new adventures, and time to enjoy the things you love. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement! 👏

09/30/2026

What a great tradition! So much fun! (even in the rain)

🐾 FOUND DOG – SOMERS 🐾This male dog was found near 112th Street and 28th Avenue in Somers at approximately 2:00 p.m. tod...
09/26/2026

🐾 FOUND DOG – SOMERS 🐾

This male dog was found near 112th Street and 28th Avenue in Somers at approximately 2:00 p.m. today.

He was found without a collar or tags and is currently safe at the Wisconsin Humane Society – Kenosha Campus (Safe Harbor).

If you recognize this dog or know who he belongs to, please contact:

📞 Wisconsin Humane Society – Kenosha Campus: 262-694-4047
📞 Kenosha County non-emergency dispatch: 262-656-1234

Please share and help us get him back home! 🐶❤️

Roadway was reopened around 6:15 pm. 🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT – PLEASE AVOID THE AREA 🚨Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office deputies a...
09/22/2026

Roadway was reopened around 6:15 pm.

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT – PLEASE AVOID THE AREA 🚨

Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office deputies and emergency personnel are currently on scene of a serious motorcycle crash at the intersection of CTH E (12th street) and 100th Avenue.

The intersection and surrounding roadway are completely closed at this time while emergency crews provide medical care and investigators work at the scene.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use an alternate route. Please do not attempt to drive around barricades or emergency vehicles.

MCAT is on scene.

The roadway is expected to remain closed for an extended period of time.

Additional information will be released when appropriate.

NEWS RELEASE DATE: September 22, 2026 EVENT: Fatal Vehicle CrashLOCATION: Kenosha County, WI RELEASED BY: Lt. Chase For...
09/22/2026

NEWS RELEASE

DATE: September 22, 2026
EVENT: Fatal Vehicle Crash
LOCATION: Kenosha County, WI
RELEASED BY: Lt. Chase Forster - Public Information Officer

Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and personnel from Bristol Fire and Pleasant Prairie Fire responded to a three-vehicle crash in the 21200 block of County Highway C (Wilmot Road) at 5:21 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026.

The preliminary investigation indicates a Chevrolet HHR driven by a 19-year-old man from Genoa City, Wisconsin, was traveling east on County Highway C when it crossed the centerline and sideswiped a westbound vehicle. The HHR then collided head-on with another westbound vehicle, a Chevrolet Impala driven by a 46-year-old woman from Ingleside, Illinois. The two vehicles involved in the head-on collision came to rest in the westbound lanes.

Both drivers were trapped in their vehicles and had to be extricated by rescue personnel. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The man was taken to an area hospital with serious injuries and is cooperating with investigators.

The driver of the vehicle that was sideswiped was not injured and provided a witness statement.

The joint agency Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT) responded to investigate the crash. The Kenosha County Medical Examiner’s Office also responded to the scene.

The woman’s name is being withheld pending notification of her family.

“Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of the woman who lost her life in this tragic crash,” Sheriff David Zoerner said. “I want to thank the deputies, firefighters and rescue personnel who responded to this difficult scene. We are committed to conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding this crash.”

The roadway was reopened at 10:00 a.m.

The crash remains under investigation.

Pets park is open again, Monday 9-21-2026Due to the flooding, PETS PARK IS CLOSED.
09/20/2026

Pets park is open again, Monday 9-21-2026

Due to the flooding, PETS PARK IS CLOSED.

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Kenosha, WI
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