Woman In Custody For Allegedly Striking, Killing, Dragging Pedestrian Under Car For Five Blocks

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Path Pedestrian Was Allegedly Dragged Underneath Vehicle Of Sheila Tennin And Killed

(This story has been updated to reflect the victim’s correct age due to a Police clerical error and to correct the point of alleged contact and the length that the man was dragged under the car.)

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Late last night, Saturday, June 8, 2024, at about 8:52 p.m., a man was walking when he was struck struck near the intersection of Sheridan Road and 58th Street. The man was identified as 52-year-old Troy Wohlgefahrt. It wasn’t until she drove a long distance dragging Wohlgefahrt, that the alleged driver, Sheila Tennin, 37, of Waukegan, IL stopped the vehicle. According to police, Tennin was under the influence of marijuana. She was also driving without a valid license.

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Marks Drawn On Sheridan Road By Investigators Showing The Path A Man Was Fatally Dragged
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

When police arrived at the intersection of 63rd Street and Sheridan Road, they discovered that the man was trapped under the vehicle. Kenosha Fire was able to free the man but unfortunately, his wounds were too great to survive despite the best efforts of paramedics.

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The Kenosha County Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT) was called to the scene to investigate. Investigators drew lines on the road highlighting the tragic path the man took while being dragged for almost a mile last night by the 27-year-old Illinois woman.

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According to police, Sheridan Road was closed between 9:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m.

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Car Source – The Area Where Tennin Finally Stopped Her Car While Fatally Dragging A Man Last Night
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)
Car Source – The Area Where Tennin Finally Stopped Her Car While Fatally Dragging A Man Last Night
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Although the Kenosha Fire Department attempted life-saving measures, the pedestrian died on scene. There was a trail of blood in the roadway that Kenosha Fire had to wash down.

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Packaging For Life-Saving Medical Equipment
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Glove Worn By A Paramedic Attempting Life-Saving Measures.
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Charges of “Failure To Yield the Right-of-way, resulting in Death,” “Homicide by Vehicle – Use of Controlled Substance,” and “Operate Vehicle Without License – Causing Death,” are all charges that Kenosha Police are asking the Kenosha DA’s office to charge Tennin with.

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Lieutenant Josh Hecker – Kenosha Police Spokesman

“In 2022, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation reported that ‘Impairment includes intoxication from drugs, controlled substances, and alcohol, all of which can increase one’s likelihood of being in a crash.’ Planning for a safe ride (taxi, ride-share, or a sober friend) is known to prevent accidents like this from happening,” said Kenosha Police Lieutenant Joshua Hecker.

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Sheila Tennin (37) Waukegan, IL
Burnt Signal Flares Used By Police
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)
Burnt Signal Flares Used By Police
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Marks Drawn On Sheridan Road By Investigators Showing The Path A Man Was Fatally Dragged
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)
Marks Drawn On Sheridan Road By Investigators Showing The Path A Man Was Fatally Dragged
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)
Marks Drawn On Sheridan Road By Investigators Showing The Path A Man Was Fatally Dragged
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

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  1. How terrible! Thoughts and prayers to the family of the deceased. Our beautiful city is being taken over by thugs running for the border.

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    1. Coincidentally, the victim is a multi-convicted drunk driver himself. That, ladies and gentlemen, is called karma.

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      1. That is a disgusting thing to say, regardless of what this man may have done. He did not deserve to die this way. Try to stay on topic and stop blaming the victim.

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      2. I looked up Troy on CCAP and he certainly was not a model citizen-DUI’s and hit and run. He still didn’t deserve to be killed in this manner.

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      3. But even though he was, did he kill injure or harm anyone still no excuse, I’m sorry but this is one stupid dumb ass butch how the fuck do you nit know

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        1. First of all every one does have their opinion but if you don’t know the person and don’t know what you’re talking about sometimes it’s good just be quiet

      4. U are a dumasss bitch orange man hope u get ur karma pussy boy ! Pew pew god don’t like ugly and u one ugly mfer

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      5. Thats why he was walking. Everyone has the opportunity to learn from their past mistakes. NO ONE ever deserves to have their life taken this way. “You” oviously were never taught that if you dont have anything nice to say, KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT!

      6. He was also a million times better than you ever could hope to be as proof that he would never write something so hateful about you no matter how much you deserve to have been the one in his place instead. My cousin wasnt perfect but he loved us deeply and would do anything for us.

      1. Accident he was dragged almost a mile. Free her she killed someone, Hopefully he died at impact but we will never know,

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        1. Shelia Tennin, I’m putting in god hands. You are a good person. That’s was accident. People needs leave you alone. She freak out, what would had done in that situation. We all make mistake. Stop judging. Lets the lord be with you. Wisconsin law is very different, they try to hang up people life up there. But god has the last said so. Yall keep blowing this situation up. I think because she a black woman. Leave her alone. We love you Shelia. RIP that man pass away. Very sorry. But Shelia made a mistake have some mercy on her. Please 💯🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

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          1. A mistake isn’t driving without a license, insurance. A mistake isn’t dragging someone for 6 blocks. Quit justifying breaking the law to fit your dumb ass agenda. Maybe she should have made better choices. Your paragraph here don’t take away what she did.

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          2. Pointing out the multiple laws that were broken, along with expressing a need for this criminal to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law is NOT judging.

      2. She was high as a kite. Messing yourself up that much is no accident. She didn’t even notice something large dragging under her car for 7 blocks. Someone had to tell her to stop…. she wasn’t scared… she was oblivious to everything. She’s a menace when free.

        Don’t excuse stupidity. If she wants to get that f#cked up, then she has to face the consequences.

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      3. It’s truly unfortunate, but that was a long drive. I empathize for her and pray God is in her side for the sake of her children

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      4. I’ve always found it perplexing why individuals opt to flee when fear strikes. The repercussions often exceed facing the consequences head-on. This situation serves as a prime illustration of that principle!

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      5. She should have never been behind driving. Choices and consequences.
        Wisconsin needs harsher punishment for those that harm or kill people because of their poor Choices.

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      6. You are terribly wrong. Not an accident at all. She chose to do wrong when not having the legal right to operate a vehicle and even do so under the influence. She deserves her punishment.

      7. She was high, hit someone and dragged his body down the road all without a valid license. She is exactly where she deserves to be.

      8. It’s always somebody on here that likes to speak out loud don’t know the person or nothing and just have so much to say let it be them though it will be the other way around

  2. How horrific. I hope this family gets the justice they deserve, but it still won’t bring them back. 😪

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  3. Surely we can trace the root of this issue to MAGA and Trump right?? Lock her up, throw away the key.

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    1. Another driver that shouldn’t have been driving. Carelessly driving and this one took a life. Mine and my husbands life was almost taken by a careless driver that shouldn’t have been driving. There’s too much of this going on!! Signed, still healing.

  4. You did not even get his age right! This is a tragedy I sure didn’t need to see some of those photos. It’s already in my mind how far he was dragged why do I have to see the lines of it. Really a discarded glove.

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    1. I am sorry for your loss, this was certainly a senseless tragedy and his killer should be held accountable. May Troy rest in eternal peace and his loved ones find comfort in their memories, although under such circumstances comfort is a long way off. I am disgusted by the behavior of the driver and pray she pays legally.

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    1. My gawd, you’re a genius! I’m littering was the most important thing on their minds when they’re trying to save someone’s life.

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    1. How do you figure it’s dangerous?? The only danger is when people drive under the influence of whatever and are impaired!! Otherwise it’s not dangerous if you know how to drive and pay attention to what’s going on around you when driving!! Talk about stupid comments!!

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  5. More than marijuana to hit someone without knowing it & dragging him almost a mile! I hope the true drugs are shared with us. I smoked for 50 years and never even came this close to stupid! Please find out what the real toxins were. Some good prison time 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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    1. Nope. Just pot. The stuff today is NOT the ditch weed you had in high school. And when people smoke all day, they’re just useless as human beings.

      They even have gummies now so people can pretend they’re not druggies.

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      1. first time you smoke cigarettes or chew tobacco you’ll have the spins worse than the first time smoking pot. Once tolerance is established it’s no different than drinking coffee.

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  6. Hopefully she stays in jail for a long time. How do you not know you hit a person and continue to drag them almost a mile. Insane.

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  7. Kevin, check out the report of the other girl who saw all those cops and flashing lights and barricades…. and still drove through a homicide scene. Another upstanding druggie citizen.

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  8. Loving mother, and very great auntie to all nieces and nephews free her. y’all are just ignorant so I don’t blame you for assuming. They let Kyle out after the mass shooting yall was real quiet but imma let God do the rest of the talking and all love to the person who died rest easy

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    1. Your stupid bitch Kyle Rittenhouse was self defense plus one left pedophile, your so called auntie should be tied to a bottom if a car and dragged eye fir eye bitch m, RIP prayers to his family

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      1. You need a snickers, calm down. Your over zealous reaction makes the reader not even care about the point you’re trying to make, right or wrong.

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      2. Actually Rittenpuss was a moron child who brought trouble upon himself. No one needs to talk about him anymore. He’s off offending all the POC.

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    2. “Loving mother” should’ve been home with her kids then instead of cruising Kenosha.

      Criminals go to jail. She’s in jail. She’s a criminal.

      Maybe if y’all cared so much, you might’ve told her to quit smoking 24/7.

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    3. I wish we had a death penalty, and your sentence of death should be the manner you killed the victim.

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    4. Troy was also a loving family member and now we will never see him again thanks to your loving “mother and aunt” so no sorry i hope she rots her ass in jail for the rest of her life.

        1. Just assuming a car drug him? Did he put himself under the car? Oh wait he drug himself along the street. That’s it!

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        2. How the fuck does one assume this? She was arrested and tons of witnesses, oh and the victim was under her car. Thats the problem with this society, idiots like you want everyone “free” while they commit crimes. Maybe be better family member and not a ignorant POS

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    1. Your auntie is why WI needs the death penalty. She’s a monster who had no business behind the wheel of a vehicle, and now a man is dead as a direct result of her irresponsible, illegal, and deadly decision.

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        1. So she did have a valid drivers license? She could legally drive? She wasn’t under the influence of either alcohol or drugs?

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            1. Oh, I read it. I read that she was high and murdered someone. I’m wondering how her “family” can say that she’s not a monster, when the article clearly provides facts that speaks to her horrific crime.

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              1. Aww are you big mad or little? Bro don’t know nobody and saying a whole lot of nothing 😐 just loud and wrong

              2. Sounds like the family of the trash who came to town to get high and kill are the ones who are “big mad.”

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              3. Just loud and wrong!! You don’t even know nobody at all which is crazy that you and anyone else who agrees with you is still talking

              4. Hurt your feelings that the truth is out there about Auntie Shitbag? Mathewson is the most reliable source of information in SEWI, if he says it’s true- he’s double & triple checked before he’s published the story.

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              5. Honey bun why don’t you you looks like you got your evidence which is a bunch of nonsense! Aye free my auntie though 😝😝😝🫵🏻

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              6. Your auntie is going to prison for a long time, and hopefully she’s “dealt with” appropriately in there. Witnesses, DL checks, and drug tests prove that your aunt is guilty- scared or not, she made a series of terrible decisions, and now she MUST face the consequences of those decisions.

                Facts are facts, sweetheart, regardless of how much you want to believe she should get away with it.

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              1. Nah, I’ll speak out about how necessary it is to prosecute criminals, murderers, to the fullest extent of the law, until my last breath. No justice, no peace, right? Justice is this woman going to prison forever.

        2. The real monster here is drugs. Get a job and quit smoking weed and whatever other useless poison you do.

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          1. Drugs are not the problem, PEOPLE are the problem! Yes, drugs are a stupid idiots choice, but like guns, knives, firebombs most anything else it comes down to people. Fucking worthless shitbag people.

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            1. The real problem is that people walked away from Christ. He’s still there and there is still time to get back on the narrow road.

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        3. You are easily the biggest idiot on this platform. Free my auntie. Fuck outta here. Lock that loser up forever

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            1. Nah, I’ll speak out about how necessary it is to prosecute criminals, murderers, to the fullest extent of the law, until my last breath. No justice, no peace, right? Justice is this woman going to prison forever.

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            2. Always the losers of society that say free em after they commit a crime. Low life’s of this world. Some day you will grow up and not be a piece of shit

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  9. So much faux outrage… if she was white and the victim black, you’d be screaming for her to be released.

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    1. Oh here we go…your intelligence is lacking, so you play the race card!!! I’ll be nice and just say…your an idiot!!

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    2. If a white man ran a black woman down, uptown would be burning again.

      That’s how that works. If a deeply melanated individual is harmed by a white individual, cities burn and stores are looted.

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  10. I know Sheila and she has two wonderful children. Truth is even marijuana should not be smoked in their vehicles. This is a normal scene in both Illinois and Wisconsin. It is as illegal as drinking and driving . The comments here tend to be really ignorant and help no one. It is sad a lost life and an altered family. Show a little class and sympathy for everyone involved .

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    1. Coming on here stating “my auntie innocent” is just ridiculous. There are witnesses and video clearly showing a grown woman running over a man, then dragging him into mush. And she acted like it was no big deal.

      Stop acting like children and realize that this is a homicide… not “auntie” got a ticket. Auntie should go to prison. And maybe y’all should flush the joints and be better people. Being a druggie doesn’t excuse stupidity.

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      1. Not to mention, this is Wisconsin not Illinois!! We have no SAFE-T Act, so don’t expect her home any time soon!!

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  11. Labeling this woman as a “thug” is unwarranted, especially considering her lack of a criminal record. While some advocate for her release, it’s essential to acknowledge that a life was lost, and accountability is imperative. Claims of ignorance are dubious, as comments from acquaintances suggest she panicked. While the incident may have been accidental, the outcome underscores the importance of halting when possible to avoid tragedy for all involved.

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    1. Lack of a record is not indicative of a lack of criminal behavior. She didn’t have a drivers license- why? She was driving- doubtful that this was the first time that this woman drove (without a valid drivers license). Also doubtful that at 37, this was the first time she did drugs.

      The nature of this murder would strongly indicate that she has a past history full of criminal activity— even if she’s gotten away with it.

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  12. How absolutely horrific. They had better actually press charges and not let her out on a low or no cash bail. What scum this woman

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  13. Rest in peace Troy 💔😢 hope that ugly rat rots in prison ! U didn’t deserve to die that way ! U will always be in our hearts ! Can’t wait till justice is served !!!

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      1. I bet u a fucking bum loser low life piece of shit just like ur ugly bald headed TT trash belong underground!

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          1. Your level of commitment to being stupid is commendable. You’ve really put your whole mind to being a complete dumbass, and you’re going for it, balls to the walls. Great job. Hopefully one day this level of commitment will help you achieve something positive. However- your commitment to being a dumbass about “free(ing) TT” on a local news site just ain’t it.

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  14. Tragic story. Lets for the time being set aside the backgrounds of the two people involved in this. No one deserves to die like that . With that being said, the young women took a life and now should forfeit her freedom she was in the wrong hands down . Common since would dictate to a operator of a vehicle that when your vehicle is dragging a large object you stop and investigate. It appears neither happened and or did happen and the driver choose to continue to drive hoping that the person would drop off like a bad muffler. Gravley will throw this case to his two go to socialist buddies (Racine or Walworth) due to the fact he might get his BLM card revoked for actually doing his job. Yes with his eye on being the key note speaker at the George Floyd summer remembrance day celebration he will drop this case like a fire bomb on a August night in Kenosha ! Justice served ? I guess it depends on which side of the road you drag this down !

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    1. My guess is that being impaired, she was clueless she even hit someone (why she didn’t stop), let alone dragging that person 3/4 of a mile!! Life in prison sounds like a good deal for her actions!

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  15. another out of towner committing crimes in are town We need to stop these people at the border make it hard for them to even come into are town, all they do is make trouble.

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      1. Racist bitch a color is a fucking color tf don’t matter what color u are it 2024 ! Blue pink white black purple rainbow this ain’t got shit to do what happend that bitch dragged him prolly high off crack and myth from the look of her picture crack head ass bitch

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  16. Our father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from the evil one for thine is the kingdom the power and the glory for ever and ever Amen

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  17. I feel so sorry for both families and I know that Sheila has never harmed anyone, Even a bug!!! But I know everyone is pissed or wandering what and why. I think that’s a God question, my prayers are with the families and I don’t know what’s next but that lady is not the type of person that would hurt anyone intentionally. I’m sorry but I had to share this everyone stay positive we all have made mistakes even if it was a accident.

  18. All fell from the same family tree.
    Unevolved animals that probably learned to drive in a stolen vehicle.

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Cian C. Cantwell, 41, and Judith A. Cantwell, Both of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Cian C. Cantwell, 41, of Twin Lakes, who was free on a $5,000 cash bail in a felony stalking and cocaine case, is accused of committing new crimes after prosecutors say he interfered with deputies attempting to arrest his brother, Craig C. Cantwell, 47, following

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Drug Trafficking House Dad Arrested Nearly Three Years After Warrant; Mom Finished Sentence Years Ago

Rudy A. Chagoya, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) Editor’s Note (June 22, 2026, 3:10 p.m.): This story has been updated to reflect that the charges against Rudy A. Chagoya were dismissed without prejudice during a June 22, 2026 initial appearance before Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun. The State did not oppose defense counsel’s motion to dismiss, which was granted

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Felon Accused of Carrying Loaded Glock Arrested Six Months After Missing Court

Ian C. Glover, 33, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man who failed to appear for court late last year was arrested June 19, 2026, on a bench warrant and is now facing new felony firearm charges after deputies allegedly found a loaded handgun, a switchblade, suspected narcotics, and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop in Salem Lakes. Ian

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Crash Into Utility Pole, Creek Leads to New Charges for Woman Already Accused of Impersonating Sister in Court

Danielle N. Klowatyj, 31 of Round Lake, IL(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) The Story Was Update June 22, 2026, at 2:54 p.m. KENOSHA, Wis. — Just days after being arrested on a felony warrant in a case accusing her of using her sister’s identity during a traffic stop and later appearing in court as that sister, an Illinois woman is facing new criminal charges

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Third-Offense OWI Defendant Arrested Nearly One Year After Skipping Court

Sandro Medina, 50, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Pleasant Prairie man charged with third-offense operating while intoxicated and multiple related offenses was arrested Saturday, nearly one year after failing to appear in court on the case. Sandro Medina, 50, of Pleasant Prairie(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Time Served, Then Threats: Woman in 100-MPH Chase Demands Kenosha County Eye Remove Mugshot and Story

KENOSHA, Wis. — Just days after receiving a sentence that resulted in her immediate release from custody, Desteny Iana Chavez-Diaz contacted Kenosha County Eye demanding that her mugshot and a previously published story about her criminal case be removed. Chavez-Diaz, who appears to use the name “Lucy Alvarez” on Facebook, threatened to hire an attorney after being informed that the records and reporting

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Stranded Seniors, Bed Bug Allegations, and a Broken Elevator: Residents Say Coachlight Communities, City of Kenosha Have Done Nothing

Harborside Commons Senior Apartment Homes KENOSHA, Wis. — Elderly and disabled residents at Harborside Commons Senior Apartment Homes, a facility managed by Coachlight Communities LLC, say they have been stranded in their homes for nearly two weeks after the building’s sole elevator failed, while allegations of bed bug infestations continue to circulate among residents and former residents. Family members and residents told Kenosha

Kenosha County Eye Logo Appears in Italian Mural, Raising Questions About Its Origins

KENOSHA, Wis. — A mural unveiled in Cosenza, Italy, and recently highlighted by Kenosha Sister Cities appears to contain a striking image familiar to readers of Kenosha County Eye: a lighthouse bearing an eye symbol that closely resembles the publication’s logo. The image surfaced June 18 when Kenosha Sister Cities shared a photograph on Facebook showing former Kenosha firefighter Jeff Weidner standing in

More Than 3,100 Attend Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast at Spoerlein Family Farms

BRIGHTON, Wis. — More than 3,100 people turned out Saturday morning for the 2026 Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast, continuing a longtime tradition that celebrates Wisconsin’s dairy industry and the local farm families who help sustain it. Held at Spoerlein Family Farms in Brighton, the event drew 3,153 guests under sunny skies and comfortable temperatures. Organized by Kenosha County Dairy Promotion, the annual breakfast

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Management Responds, City Leaders Don’t as Harborside Seniors Describe Weeks of Elevator Problems, Bed Bugs

Harborside Commons Senior Apartment HomesFire Chief Dan Tilton (Left) Mayor David Bogdala (R) (Right) KENOSHA, Wis. — While Harborside Commons Senior Apartment Homes Property Manager Melissa provided Kenosha County Eye with a detailed explanation for a recent elevator outage that allegedly left elderly and disabled residents stranded in their apartments for nearly two weeks, neither Mayor David Bogdala nor Fire Chief Dan Tilton

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Money to Colombia, a Kitchen Knife, and a Letter From the Victim: Kenosha Man Held on Felony Strangulation Charge

Julian Camilo Forero-Vargas, 28, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 28-year-old Kenosha man is facing felony domestic violence charges after police say he choked the mother of his child during an argument over sending money to family members in Colombia, leaving her with scratches on her neck and redness around one eye. Prosecutors charged Julian Camilo Forero-Vargas with felony strangulation

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Wanted Man Hides Under Mattress in Van at McDonald’s Parking Lot After Woman Tells Deputies He’s Not There; Felony Charges Filed Against Both

Joshua Dean Meinen, 43, of Brighton and Sheri Rose Stella, 44 of Lake Geneva(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) PADDOCK LAKE, Wis. — A Brighton man who was allegedly found hiding beneath a mattress inside a van at a McDonald’s parking lot after a woman told deputies he had already left the area saw his felony bail jumping case dismissed Tuesday, apparently due to a

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Third OWI Defendant Who Received No-Cash Bail Skipped Court, Prompting Judge to Order $10,000 Cash Warrant

Richard T. Walters, 45, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — What is the worst that can happen when someone accused of a third drunk-driving offense is released on a no-cash bail? In the case of Richard T. Walters, prosecutors allege the answer included failing to appear in court, failing to comply with a court-ordered drunk-driving supervision program, and ultimately requiring a

Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling Endorses Sandy Wiedmeyer in State Senate Race

KENOSHA, Wis. — Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling has endorsed Sandy Wiedmeyer in her campaign for Wisconsin’s 11th State Senate District, according to a campaign press release issued Tuesday. Wiedmeyer, a Republican and former chairwoman of the Republican Party of Kenosha County, is seeking the seat in advance of the Aug. 11 Republican primary. The 11th Senate District includes all of Walworth County

Drug-Using Therapist And Former Foster Parent Arraigned On Seven Criminal Charges Across Two Cases, Then Posts Mock ‘Kenosha’s Most Wanted’ Photo Online

KENOSHA, Wis. — Jacqueline P. Niccolai, 39, of Kenosha, a therapist and former foster parent, pleaded not guilty June 10 to seven criminal charges across two separate Kenosha County cases and was formally arraigned before the court. Despite the pending criminal cases, Niccolai has continued posting about the prosecutions online, including a recent social media post in which she mocked the proceedings and

Rodriguez Launches Campaign for Kenosha County Clerk of Courts

KENOSHA, Wis. — Zach Rodriguez, a lifelong Kenosha County resident, small business owner, former three-term Kenosha County supervisor, and court services professional, announced Monday that he is running for Kenosha County Clerk of Courts. Rodriguez said he is seeking the office with a commitment to maintaining an efficient, accessible, and transparent court system that serves attorneys, judges, litigants, jurors, crime victims, and the

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Child Pornography Charges Filed Against Salem Lakes Man Out On Bail For Sexual Assault Of 11-Year-Old Girl

Corey Daniel Beckman, 38, of Salem Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Corey Daniel Beckman, 38, of Salem Lakes, was charged Monday with 12 felony counts, including 10 counts of possession of child pornography and two counts of possession of virtual child pornography, months after he was released on a $75,000 cash bond in a separate case alleging repeated sexual assault of

Leadership Kenosha Extends Application Deadline, Seeks Nonprofit Project Proposals

KENOSHA, Wis. — Leadership Kenosha has extended the application deadline for its upcoming 2026-2027 cohort and is encouraging local residents interested in developing their leadership skills to apply by July 1. The community-based program, operated through the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce, also is seeking project proposals from local nonprofit organizations with unmet needs. According to organizers, Leadership Kenosha is designed to connect

Garbage Pickup Will Not Be Delayed During Fourth of July Week, City Says

KENOSHA, Wis. — The City of Kenosha is advising residents that curbside garbage collection will continue on its normal schedule during the week of Independence Day, despite an error printed in the city’s 2026 Garbage, Yard Waste, and Recycling Calendar. According to a press release issued Monday by the Department of Public Works, the original calendar incorrectly showed a delay in collection on

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Gurnee Man Accused of Trashing 15-Year-Old Ex-Girlfriend’s Bedroom, Stealing Designer Items, Then Threatening to Kill Her Family at Dave’s Hot Chicken

Chase Kuhn, 18, of Gurnee, IL(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — An 18-year-old Gurnee, Illinois man is facing a felony charge and five misdemeanor charges after prosecutors allege he threatened to kill his ex-girlfriend and her family at a Kenosha restaurant one day after allegedly breaking into her bedroom in Bristol, trashing the room, stealing designer items, and threatening violence. Court records

Kenosha’s Independence Day Celebrations to Bring Parade, Festival, Fireworks and Major Traffic Changes

KENOSHA, Wis. — Kenosha’s annual Independence Day festivities are set to return over the next two weeks, bringing a veterans parade, a two-day lakefront festival, fireworks over Lake Michigan and significant traffic and parking restrictions throughout the city’s downtown and HarborPark areas. The celebrations begin Sunday, June 28, with the Kenosha Civic Veterans Parade presented by Snap-on. The parade will feature veterans organizations,

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Pit Bull Stabbed to Death, Owner Gets $2,500 Cash Bail After State Sought $7,500

Ahmaud R. Beal, 30 of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man accused of stabbing an 11-year-old pit bull to death was given a $2,500 cash bond Monday by Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey “Low-Bail” Braun, despite prosecutors seeking a $7,500 cash bond. Ahmaud R. Beal, 30, is charged with felony mistreatment of animals as a repeater after authorities

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Racine Motorcyclist Accused of Fleeing 100 MPH Traffic Stop Gets $1,000 Cash Bail After State Sought $7,500

Jaime Hernandez-Rivas, 25, of Racine(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 25-year-old Racine man accused of fleeing a Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office traffic stop while riding a motorcycle at approximately 100 mph in a 35 mph zone was released Monday on a $1,000 cash bail after prosecutors argued for a bond more than seven times higher. Jaime Hernandez-Rivas, 25, of Racine(Kenosha County

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Hit-and-Run Driver With Prior Felony Case Turns Herself In After Seeing Herself on KCE Following Bus Shelter Crash; Open Alcohol, Suspected Marijuana Found in Vehicle: Video

Hannah M. Hernandez, 22, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha woman with a prior felony criminal case turned herself in to police Sunday evening after seeing herself identified on Kenosha County Eye following a hit-and-run crash that destroyed a bus shelter at Sheridan Road and 65th Street. Photos taken inside the vehicle showed an open alcoholic beverage and what

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Twin Lakes Man Out on $5,000 Cash Bail for Stalking, Drug Charges Accused of Felony Bail Jumping After Interfering With Brother’s OWI Arrest; 79-Year-Old Mother Also Charged

Cian C. Cantwell, 41, and Judith A. Cantwell, Both of Twin Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office) KENOSHA, Wis. — Cian C. Cantwell, 41, of Twin Lakes, who was free on a $5,000 cash bail in a felony stalking and cocaine case, is accused of committing new crimes after prosecutors say he interfered with deputies attempting to arrest his brother, Craig C. Cantwell, 47, following

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