Kenosha County Deputy Sheriff Association Showers Kids With Gifts During 30th Annual "Shop With A Cop"

Kenosha County Deputy Sheriff Association Showers Kids With Gifts During 30th Annual “Shop With A Cop”

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Deputy Kyle Stich, Michael (13), and his mother
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

At 10 am this morning, December 17, 2022, The Kenosha County Deputy Sheriff Association held its 30th annual Shop with A Cop Program at Meijer in Kenosha. About 30 area kids got a chance to shop with a Kenosha County Deputy. Detective Tim Hackbarth, President of KCDSA, kicked off the event with some “bad news.” When talking about each child’s limit for buying gifts, he said “We’re not gonna be able to do $100 [each]. I’m very very sorry. But how about we do $200? Would that be better?” To which the kids cheered. “I wish we could’ve done that but I don’t even know if we can even do $200. What is a good number for 30 years? Three hundred dollars!” The kids were very happy. This is the highest amount per kid in the history of the program.

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Hackbarth told KCE that generous business owners, community members and even many folks outside the community are responsible for the record-breaking event. “Many of these people don’t even want recognition, they just want to see these kids happy.” Hackbarth said this is his 14th years running the Shop With a Cop program and it brings him a great deal of joy to be able to unite the children and law enforcement officers for a truly wonderful experience. Each child also received a $100 gift card that can be used for Christmas dinners. Theses are paid for by the deputies themselves with their association dues and fundraising.

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With that, the kids were off to shop after they each selected a Deputy. County Executive Samantha Kerkman was present this morning and helped wrap gifts with other volunteers. Sheriff Beth was not in attendance, but his successor, Sheriff-Elect Dave Zoerner and his wife Amy were at the event. “Tim Hackbarth and the other deputies do such a wonderful job every year brightening Christmas for so many kids. I’m so happy to have been invited to participate in such a great event,” said Zoerner.

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What was notable while watching the kids run around being chased by cops, was that many of the kids were thinking about brothers, sisters, cousins, parents, and others, and less about themselves. One boy was looking to pick out a pair of shoes that he thought his brother would like. One child bought his deputy a giant Hershey’s Kiss. One child did not buy a single gift for herself, but instead used her quota for others. It truly is the season of giving! Merry Christmas from KCE! Please enjoy the photos below.

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**(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)**

Detective Tim Hackbarth
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**Deputy Julia Mancl and her Son Maddox (10)**
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Captain Eric Klinkhammer and Chief Deputy Justin Miller
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Captain Tony Gonzalez and County Executive Samantha Kerkman
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**Deputy Julia Mancl, Son Maddox Mancyl (10) and her Daughter Malia “Mini Julia” Mancl (13)**
**(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)**

Amy and David Zoerner
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Deputy Jose Gonzalez III
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Deputy Kyle Stich and Michael (13)
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Deputy Allison George and Mitzy (10)
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**Deputy Koby Gyurina** and **Dalyla (11)**
**(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye**)

Captain Eric Klinkhammer and Logan (9)
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Captain Tony Gonzalez and Jackson
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**Detective Jacob Castillo and William** **(7)**
**(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)**

**Sgt. Andrea Mehring and Chace (14)**
**(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye**)

Sheriff-Elect Dave Zoerner, Jameson (11) and Business-Owner Cian Cantwell
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

**Deputy Julia Mancl and Erik (7)**
**(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)**

Chief Deputy Justin Miller and Michaela (8)
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Deputy Raven Keske and Niah (7)
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Sgt. Jim Campbell and Isaac (8)
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Isaac (8)
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Deputy Ben Lyyski and Nicholas (11)
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James (8), Deputy David Kless, and Joseph (7)
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Santa (The Real One)
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Lt. Ken Urquhart and Axton
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Detective Jason Sielski and Ariana (12)
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Detective Justin McCoy and Abriana (10)
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Deputy Tom Trischler and Silas (11)
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Deputy Allison George and Mitzy (10) – Chloe (11) and Deputy Karin Bourdo
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Deputy Terry Tifft Jr, Noah (7), and Deputy Riggs
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Deputy Nick Moro, Colin (14) and Detective Bella
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Volunteers Liz and Ellie Gonzalez
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Volunteers
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Deputy Gyurina and Dalyla (11)
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County Executive Samantha Kerkman
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Volunteer Tammy Klinkhammer
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Volunteers Ellie and Liz Gonzalez
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Volunteers County Exec Samantha Kerkman Ellie and Liz Gonzalez
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Volunteer County Exec Samantha Kerkman
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**Captain Eric Klinkhammer and Sheriff-Elect Dave Zoerner**
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

**Jameson (11)** Cian Cantwell Dave and Amy Zoerner
**(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)**

Gia and KSD Detective
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Deputy Kevin Panyk and Aaron (8)
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Colin (14) and Detective Bella
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Michaela (8)
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Sheriff-Elect Dave Zoerner and County Executive Samantha Kerkman
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Deputy Gyurina and and his “Giant Kiss” Christmas Gift from Dalyla (11)
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Captain Tony Gonzales, his daughter Ellie and wife Liz
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Sgt. Sanchez and Soren (10)
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

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Kevin Mathewson

Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

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Anonymous says:

December 17, 2022 at 5:46 PM

Congratulations to the deputies as well as the Kenosha and Pleasant Prairie Police Departments for doing this again.

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Dennis+Jantzen says:

December 18, 2022 at 10:03 AM

Mixed feelings. It brainwashes the kids to trust government and mercenary cops. Cops are not your friends.

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JimBob says:

December 18, 2022 at 11:17 AM

Great Volunteers making a tremendous effort for these kids to have a memorable Christmas.

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Anonymous says:

December 18, 2022 at 5:46 PM

Thank you Det. Hackbarth for making this happen! Thank you for volunteering and making these kids years deputies! Merry Christmas and stay safe! Happy retirement next year hero Riggs!

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Brenda D says:

December 18, 2022 at 6:58 PM

Beautiful and heartfelt photos! Thank you Deputies!

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