Man Free on $500 Bail in Felony Police Battery Case Arrested for Third OWI, Gets Only $1,500 Cash Bail

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Tyler J. Thorsen, 34, of Kenosha
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KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man who was free on just a $500 cash bail despite facing a Class H felony punishable by up to six years in prison for allegedly battering a Kenosha police officer is now accused of driving so intoxicated that police say he swerved across traffic lanes, crawled through city streets at about 10 mph, ignored repeated commands to stop, and was so impaired an officer had to reach into his Jeep and place it in park. Despite allegedly committing those offenses while already on felony bond, Court Commissioner Daniel E. Kellum on Wednesday released Tyler J. Thorsen, 34, of Kenosha, on only a $1,500 cash bail after charging him with Operating While Intoxicated (Third Offense) and Felony Bail Jumping.

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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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