City of Monona Police Department, 5211 Schulter Road, Monona, WI (2026)

04/08/2026

Spring is the perfect time to tidy up your medicine cabinet. On April 25, 2026 you can dispose of your unused and expired medications at over 100 collection sites statewide. The City of Monona Police Department will be at Forward Pharmacy, 5711 Monona Dr from 9am-1pm. Find one near you: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/opioids/drug-take-back-day.htm

03/27/2026

**CASE UPDATE**
MONONA POLICE DEPARTMENT
NEWS RELEASE UPDATE: Serious Crash Investigation
CASE NUMBER: MO26-03461
DATE: March 27, 2026

MOPD is saddened to report that the adult male driver, age 25, has passed away as a result of this incident. This is a tragic outcome, and we extend our sincere condolences to his family during this difficult time.

The crash remains under active investigation. At this time, the preliminary findings previously shared remain consistent with the facts as they are currently understood. The individual’s name will be released by the Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Additional updates will be provided as appropriate.

-Chief Chaney

03/25/2026

**CASE UPDATE**
MONONA POLICE DEPARTMENT
NEWS RELEASE UPDATE: Serious Crash Investigation
CASE NUMBER: MO26-03461
DATE: March 25, 2026

The Monona Police Department is providing the following update regarding the serious multi-vehicle crash that occurred on March 24, 2026, at the intersection of E. Broadway and Monona Drive.
The ongoing investigation has determined that a total of seven (7) vehicles were involved in the crash. Six (6) of the drivers, all of whom are adults, sustained injuries.

At this time:
- One adult male remains in critical condition
- An adult female with serious injuries is now in stable condition
- The remaining injured individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries

Preliminary investigation indicates that the driver of a full-sized pickup truck traveling eastbound on Broadway experienced an acute medical emergency, causing the driver to become unconscious. The vehicle accelerated at a high rate of speed as it approached the intersection at Monona Drive, where multiple vehicles were stopped at a red light. The full-sized pickup truck subsequently struck several stopped vehicles.

The driver of the full-sized pickup, an adult male, is fully cooperating with the investigation and did not sustain serious injuries as a result of the crash.

The Monona Police Department continues to actively investigate this incident. Several witnesses have been contacted, and detectives are reviewing additional CCTV footage from nearby businesses as well as information from Monona’s Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR)/Flock system to further corroborate vehicle location, timing, and events leading up to the crash.

The crash scene was processed with the assistance of the Wisconsin State Patrol. MOPD officers and investigators collected available evidence, including toxicology samples, as part of our comprehensive investigation.

This information is preliminary and should not be considered a final conclusion. MOPD is committed to fully investigating this incident.

Additional information will be released when appropriate.

We continue to ask the community to keep the critically injured young man, his family, and all those impacted by this incident in their thoughts.

-Chief Chaney

03/24/2026

MONONA POLICE DEPARTMENT
NEWS RELEASE: Serious Crash Investigation
CASE NUMBER: MO26-03461
DATE: March 24, 2026 at 12:12 PM

On March 24, 2026, at approximately 12:12 PM, the Monona Police Department responded to reports of a serious crash at the intersection of E. Broadway and Monona Drive. Officers and Fire/EMS personnel arrived to find a substantial multi-vehicle crash scene.

Two occupants in separate vehicles, an adult female and an adult male, were transported by EMS to local hospitals with serious injuries. Other involved motorists reported injuries and were evaluated by EMS, but were not transported. Based on the scale of the scene, MOPD requested assistance from our law enforcement partners for traffic management, including regulating the exit ramps from US 12 onto Monona Drive.

The Monona Police Department has initiated a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this crash and has requested assistance from the Wisconsin State Patrol for crash reconstruction. Investigators are actively taking statements and reviewing video from the area. The intersection of Monona Drive and E. Broadway remains closed while that work is being completed. Madison Metro bus service in the area has also been rerouted.

Motorists seeking to access Monona Drive from US 12 are asked to use the Highway 51 or Broadway exits to help alleviate traffic congestion near the intersection.

Additional information regarding this crash will be released when appropriate.

The Monona Police Department asks the community to keep those seriously injured in their thoughts. We are working closely with our support providers to assist those impacted.

-Chief Chaney

03/24/2026

Are you looking for a great place to eat while also supporting a great cause? If so, mark your calendars for Wednesday March 25th!

On Wednesday, March 25th, Jersey Mike's Subs is having "Jersey Mike's Day of Giving". On that day, 100% of sales, not just profits, will be donated to the Special Olympics Wisconsin from all 51 of Jersey Mike's Subs Wisconsin locations!

03/17/2026

MONONA POLICE DEPARTMENT
NEWS RELEASE: Arrested Person/ Burglary to Building
CASE NUMBER: MO26-02710
DATE: March 14, 2026 at 04:51 AM

The Monona Police Department arrested an individual in connection with a burglary to a local business in Monona that took place during the early morning on March 8, 2026.

Following the burglary, MOPD initiated an investigation aimed at identifying and apprehending the individuals responsible. Through the course of that investigation, Detectives developed evidence establishing probable cause and obtained a warrant from a Dane County Judge.

During the early morning hours on March 14th, Monona Police officers were alerted by various investigative tools of suspicious conduct involving the persons in question, to include the use of the City’s ALPR/Flock system. MOPD quickly moved into action and activated a response team. The operation was supported by our law enforcement partners, including the Dane County Sheriff’s Office, the McFarland Police Department, and other assisting agencies.

During the operation, officers observed the suspect vehicle canvassing multiple closed businesses on the east side of the City of Madison. This occurred in the very early morning hours when those establishments were not open to the public. Based on the suspicious activity and the probable cause developed during the investigation, officers converged on the vehicle and safely took the primary suspect into custody. A passenger in the vehicle was also detained, but was ultimately released pending further investigation.

During the investigation and subsequent arrest, officers located items of evidentiary value associated with the burglary, including tools consistent with those commonly used in breaking and entering offenses. Officers also recovered a large quantity of scrap metal items consistent with property taken in the Monona burglary. The vehicle used during the commission of the crime was taken into custody as part of the ongoing investigation.

Arrested Person: Michael J. Deterick, 57, Sun Prairie

Mr. Deterick was arrested for Burglary of a Building and Theft. He was booked into the Dane County Jail while he awaits his initial appearance. Mr. Deterick has a criminal conviction history in Wisconsin that includes Felony Criminal Damage to Property, Stalking, and Identity Theft. He is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in this most recent arrest by MOPD.
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If someone is considering committing a burglary, I would strongly advise them NOT to do it here in Dane County. And DEFINITELY don’t do it here in Monona.

We’re quite passionate about keeping our community safe.

-Chief Chaney

03/13/2026

***CASE UPDATE***
MONONA POLICE DEPARTMENT
NEWS RELEASE: Wanted Person/ Terminated Pursuit
CASE NUMBER: MO26-00369
INCIDENT DATE: January 10, 2026 at 01:42am

As it relates to the update on the arrest of Mr. Thompson:
Per the US Attorney's Office, Mr. Thompson was recently indicted by a federal grand jury on charges related to the incident.

The full release can be found on the US Attorney - Western District of WI website.
https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdwi/pr/grand-jury-returns-indictments-23
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Decisions have consequences, Mr. Thompson.

As always, thank you to our fellow law enforcement colleagues, and our local and federal prosecutors for the work they do to keep Monona and Dane County safe!

-Chief Chaney

03/11/2026

Please join us and The Capital K9s at the Second Annual "Pins 4 Paws" bowling and meat raffle fundraiser at Waun-A-Bowl on Sunday, April 26, at 11:00 a.m. and invite your friends and family too! 🤗👮‍♂️👮‍♀️🐾🎳🥩

100% of proceeds from this event will help fund both Madison Police Department and City of Monona Police Department K-9 Units. This fun-filled event includes three bowling games, two meat raffle rounds, wonderful prizes, bowling lane and table sponsorship opportunities, all while supporting our local K-9 Units! 💙👮‍♂️👮‍♀️🐾

You may register to bowl, purchase meat raffle tickets, or become a sponsor using the link below:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pins-4-paws--2026

The funds raised from Pins 4 Paws will directly help support our local K-9 Units and make such a meaningful difference in the communities they proudly serve and protect, and I am so very grateful for your continued support and investment in these amazing teams.

02/28/2026

***CASE UPDATE***
MONONA POLICE DEPARTMENT
NEWS RELEASE: Wanted Person/ Terminated Pursuit
CASE NUMBER: MO26-00369
INCIDENT DATE: January 10, 2026 at 01:42am

Reference the ongoing investigation from the above incident that took place on January 10, 2026, MOPD established probable cause for the arrest of Daquan A. Thompson, 21, Madison.

A warrant was issued for Mr. Thompson, who was also an absconder from the WI Dept of Corrections (Community Supervision).

On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the US Marshals Service - Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force (GLRFTF) and members of MOPD worked to track down Mr. Thompson at a motel on the east side of Madison. Thompson resisted arrest, but was successfully taken into custody. He was also found to be in possession of a handgun and a sizeable quantity of illegal drugs.

Mr. Thompson was booked into the Dane County Jail on his warrant. He was charged by the Dane County DA for multiple felony offenses, including Attempted Flee or Eluding, 2nd Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety, Possession with Intent to Deliver Co***ne, and Possession of Narcotics.

Mr. Thompson has an extensive criminal conviction history that includes Felony Eluding (2021); Burglary (2021 & 2022), Felon in Possession of a Firearm (2024), and other serious offenses. He is considered innocent unless proven guilty on charges arising from this most recent investigation.

MOPD would like to thank the US Marshals Service for working together to keep Monona and our region safe.

Of note - Mr. Shondrell Evans, who was taken into custody by MPD last month, is no longer a person of interest in the MOPD case. He remains in jail on his parole violation and charges stemming from an unrelated weapons offense investigated by our colleagues MPD (see CCAP). He is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
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No, we didn't forget about the fact that Mr. Thompson, a multi-convicted felon, was once again found to be armed with a handgun at the time of his arrest.

The violation just so happens to be a federal crime as well (the drugs too). And as we do in many cases involving fi****ms, we are consulting with our law enforcement partners. IYKYK

-Chief Chaney

02/26/2026

We were honored to es**rt the Monona Grove wrestlers as they headed to the State Tournament. Congratulations on an incredible season and best of luck on the big stage—your community is proud of you. 💪🤼‍♂️

02/25/2026

MONONA POLICE DEPARTMENT
NEWS RELEASE: Arrested Person/ Reckless Driver (Madison) / OWI / Eluding
CASE NUMBER: MO26-02183
DATE: February 23, 2026 at 11:46pm

On February 23, 2026 at 11:46pm, Monona PD received a report of a traffic complaint that originated in the City of Madison. Witnesses reported a pickup truck operating all over the road and crashing into a guardrail several times. Minutes later, while positioned within the City of Monona, an MOPD officer observed the vehicle enter our community exhibiting extremely dangerous driving, swerving across multiple lanes of traffic along westbound US 12 near W Broadway. The vehicle was estimated to be traveling over 85mph. After observing the driver nearly strike a guardrail, the officer initiated a traffic stop. The driver continued.

While exhibiting the same driving behavior as observed prior to the stop, the driver side-swiped the center highway divider – failing to stop after doing so. Based on the conditions and factors involved, MOPD continued efforts to safely stop the vehicle. The driver continued to travel westbound along US 12 before exiting onto Midvale Blvd, eventually coming to a stop near Nakoma Rd.

A high-risk stop was conducted. The driver was taken into custody without further incident. A passenger was temporarily detained and later released. There were no injuries and no other damage was reported.

An investigation determined the driver to be impaired. The driver refused to submit to a chemical test. Based on probable cause, MOPD obtained a search warrant for a blood draw, which was administered at a local ER. The driver was then conveyed to the Dane County Jail.

Arrested Driver: Ethan A. Keller, 19, Fredonia (WI)
Mr. Keller was arrested for 1st Offense OWI and Attempted Eluding. He was also cited for multiple municipal violations to include: Deviating from Lane, Hit and Run – Causing Property Damage, and Possession of a Fake ID. The City of Madison PD investigated the reckless driving behavior that occurred in their jurisdiction. Mr. Keller is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

MOPD was assisted by Fitchburg PD, DCSO, Wisconsin State Patrol, and Madison PD.
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Doing NOTHING isn’t the solution.

I am grateful for the actions taken by MOPD and our partners to safely stop this dangerous driver.

-Chief Chaney

02/18/2026

It's School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week - February 16-20!

This week honors the incredible work our school crossing guards do as they dedicate themselves every day to ensure the safety of our students.

We want to thank our crossing guard Kim Richman for his dedication through the rain, cold and busy traffic. When you pass Kim, you notice his friendly smile and sharp attention at the crosswalk to keep all the kids safe.

As you pass Kim this week give him a big wave or stop by with your puppy to get a treat :) We appreciate all you do for the community, Kim!

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