Kenosha Police Pursue Reckless Driver into Illinois Saturday Morning

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(File Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

This morning, 3/2/2024, at approximately 10:00 AM a Kenosha Police Officer was on a dedicated traffic assignment and was actively monitoring traffic in the 8200 block of South Sheridan Road. The Officer observed a vehicle traveling recklessly and well in excess of the posted speed limits which created a safety risk to other motorists attempting to enjoy this beautiful Saturday.

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The Officer attempted to stop the vehicle and the driver refused to pull over and instead decided to flee south into the Village of Pleasant Prairie. The Pleasant Prairie Police Department greatly assisted KPD by successfully spiking the suspect vehicle in this pursuit as it continued south on Sheridan Road. KPD and PPPD continued to pursue the suspect vehicle into the Village of Winthrop Harbor, IL where WHPD was waiting to assist. The pursuit finally ended in the Village of Winthrop Harbor where the suspect vehicle stopped.

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**Sergeant Cory Brennan – Kenosha Police Spokesman**

In total there were 5 occupants in the vehicle and the operator was a 16 year old juvenile. The use of pursuit intervention techniques like stop sticks helped bring this pursuit to a safe end. “The Kenosha Police Department is dedicated to maintaining safe roadways for our citizens and visitors to use, said Kenosha Police Spokesman Sergeant Cory Brennan. ” Additionally, the Kenosha Police Department would like to thank the Pleasant Prairie Police Department and the Winthrop Harbor Police Department for their assistance!“

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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:

March 2, 2024 at 5:45 PM

Great teamwork!! Thanks for helping keep our streets safe!

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Anonymous says:

March 2, 2024 at 6:07 PM

Arrest me sgt Brennan

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1. Abraham Goldstein says:
  
  March 2, 2024 at 6:13 PM
  
  Gay?
  
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Anonymous says:

March 3, 2024 at 6:24 AM

One of the best detectives/officers in the department

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Anonymous says:

March 3, 2024 at 7:15 AM

Don’t have kids if you can’t control them. The parents should be held responsible for not keeping them home.

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Maxine Waters' Diaper says:

March 3, 2024 at 8:38 AM

Probably more white supremacists, which we know (because out govt tells us) are the biggest threat to democracy.

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1. Anonymous says:
  
  March 4, 2024 at 12:12 PM
  
  Yes and concerned moms.
  
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Jo Mama says:

March 3, 2024 at 10:17 AM

Dindus strike again!

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Anonymous says:

March 3, 2024 at 10:36 AM

They were just blowing off steam from all the pressure to do well during the previous history month that ended 3 days ago:

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Anonymous says:

March 3, 2024 at 5:05 PM

My understanding is that PPPD is the only law enforcement agency in Kenosha County able to do the PIT maneuver, so they can singlehandedly thank PP for stopping it.

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Anonymous says:

March 3, 2024 at 9:03 PM

lol

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Silvia Dianna Blacksmith says:

March 3, 2024 at 9:06 PM

wow these crack heads out here roaming ma streets my granny ole self can’t handle this i’m tryna sip on my coffee out in my town and these crackers drive by while im smoking my cigar and my delightful black coffee.

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