Kenosha, Wis. – The Kenosha Police Department has recommended at least one felony charge against Racine Police Officer LaVontay Fenderson following an investigation into alleged misconduct.
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The Racine Police Department initially uncovered possible misconduct involving Fenderson last year. To ensure transparency and avoid a conflict of interest, Racine authorities requested that the Kenosha Police conduct an independent investigation into the matter.
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According to a spokesperson for the Kenosha Police Department, investigators have recommended one count of Felony Misconduct in Public Office and one count of Theft against Fenderson. However, details regarding the alleged stolen amount remain unclear.
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Despite the recommendations, then-District Attorney Mike Graveley (D) declined to pursue charges at the time. The case is now pending review at the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office, according to a source familiar with the matter.
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Racine Police Public Information Officer Sergeant Alicia Mitchell
When KCE reached out to Racine Police Public Information Officer Sergeant Alicia Mitchell for comment, she provided the following statement:
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“LaVontay Fenderson is an active employee, and at this time, there is no further comment on personnel matters.”
Fenderson and Former Chief Art Howell (Facebook.com
Fenderson was hired by RPD in 2017. The case remains under review, and KCE will continue to follow developments closely.
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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Please tell me this is the same dude that made his wife transfer out of RCI because she was clapping that bubble to get even with hubby that was over seas living his hoop dreams. Swolow up a G string, little sweet thing, forget clapping that thang will give u a standing ovation, sir mix a lot would beg for a taste. If this is not the same dude sorry, that name just brought back memories, I bet my boy still has the video now that I am thinking about her…
Did that comment hit close to home? Did this officer play basketball in the European League? Sounds like his lady might be curvy and may or may not work at RCI and may or may not have cheated with a co-worker. Guessing you know him or her,
All you seem ignorant and racist !! Some of these comments need to be filtered for proper English! Clearly they purposely wrote that comment trying to sound like they know what their talking about !
Reminds me of the time when Racine PD hired the guy that got pulled over in a stolen car on the way to the interview… and yep, got hired…. This was in 2002. Much to Everyone’s dismay, he was fired within a year also, and during that year was driving a squad with a revoked license…. DEI didn’t work there either for some reason.
Kind of funny you write a story about this officer for recommended charges when the charges have already been declined once. I worked for RPD for a couple of years and I’m positive right now that there is a far more serious case with a different officer right now. Now if Fenderson was charged I could see the story but he is not at this time. I’m sure it’s a DC or assistant cheif at RPD pushing this to the media. RPD prolly didn’t even have to go this route but we all know about that department. Did the same thing to (Nabors and Jones). Fenderson is one of the coolest/best officers at RPD when I was there.
Was you happy to read about the white officer that slap a kid at Horlick 2 years ago?? 🤔Was that in the paper??? Research that! Blast the black officers lol. I’ll wait for your explanation
What about the SRO at Case that punched a compliant (at the time) 15 year old while handcuffed (on school cameras) and RPD paid out $55,000 I believe? His punishment was paid time off then promotion
Thank KCE for keeping everybody up on the corruption in Racine county as well. Corrupt, racist cops and their Nazi tactics have to be prosecuted at all levels.
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Theft? Any guesses what he stole?
Crack ?
What I do?
What ever happened to Officer Sylvester?
He will go to trial or plea. I don’t now which yet. You will read it here first.
Kevin, two stories I wonder about— Curtis Tolefree & Officer Sylvester.
They will go to trial or plea. I don’t now which yet. You will read it here first.
Kevin, two stories I wonder about— Curtis Tolefree & Officer Sylvester.
Please tell me this is the same dude that made his wife transfer out of RCI because she was clapping that bubble to get even with hubby that was over seas living his hoop dreams. Swolow up a G string, little sweet thing, forget clapping that thang will give u a standing ovation, sir mix a lot would beg for a taste. If this is not the same dude sorry, that name just brought back memories, I bet my boy still has the video now that I am thinking about her…
English, please.
No kidding, WTH did he just say?
Sounds like the 2 black guys from the movie Airplane.
Lmao!!
You can take Cletus out of the ghetto , you just can’t take the ghetto out of Ctetus!
KAREN & KEN so it all the time, who tf do you think taught him? Duhhhh
Ebonix
We don’t understand ghetto/slang!!
Why say that shit under hidden names reveal yourself. 🤔 Don’t sneak diss that shit lame.
Did that comment hit close to home? Did this officer play basketball in the European League? Sounds like his lady might be curvy and may or may not work at RCI and may or may not have cheated with a co-worker. Guessing you know him or her,
you talk like Elmer Fudd after a bottle of ripple….there’s my name too asshat…
The truth shall set you free, and speaking of free, coming to an officer station near you…
Nobody here speaks jive; how about in English, please?
Trust me he is not black. We don’t say clapping that thang and bubble for butt. Sounds like he does porn.Especially with a name baby got back lbvs!
What does he think he is a democrat politician?
🤔
Theft you say…
I thought only Andy Bern and Tanya McLean could get away with theft!!
All you seem ignorant and racist !! Some of these comments need to be filtered for proper English! Clearly they purposely wrote that comment trying to sound like they know what their talking about !
Reminds me of the time when Racine PD hired the guy that got pulled over in a stolen car on the way to the interview… and yep, got hired…. This was in 2002. Much to Everyone’s dismay, he was fired within a year also, and during that year was driving a squad with a revoked license…. DEI didn’t work there either for some reason.
Well perhaps this may force Racine or the FBI to investigate all the misconduct. Many to name. Racine is corrupt.
Kind of funny you write a story about this officer for recommended charges when the charges have already been declined once. I worked for RPD for a couple of years and I’m positive right now that there is a far more serious case with a different officer right now. Now if Fenderson was charged I could see the story but he is not at this time. I’m sure it’s a DC or assistant cheif at RPD pushing this to the media. RPD prolly didn’t even have to go this route but we all know about that department. Did the same thing to (Nabors and Jones). Fenderson is one of the coolest/best officers at RPD when I was there.
Definitely 💯
I look forward to reading about this in 3 weeks in the Journal Times.
Was you happy to read about the white officer that slap a kid at Horlick 2 years ago?? 🤔Was that in the paper??? Research that! Blast the black officers lol. I’ll wait for your explanation
No but read about the white officer that shot Jacob Blake 7 times
What about the SRO at Case that punched a compliant (at the time) 15 year old while handcuffed (on school cameras) and RPD paid out $55,000 I believe? His punishment was paid time off then promotion
An SRO at Case wouldn’t work for Racine PD since Case is located in Mt Pleasant.
Another ‘cool’felon. Just what we need.Lets see what this clown did before rushing to judgement.And black or white-Blake asked for it.
Thank KCE for keeping everybody up on the corruption in Racine county as well. Corrupt, racist cops and their Nazi tactics have to be prosecuted at all levels.