
KENOSHA, Wis. – A 32-year-old former Kenosha County Sheriff's deputy who was sworn into office just last year was arrested Friday, October 9, 2026, for operating while intoxicated (OWI), according to Kenosha County Jail records. Austin James Nehls, of Kenosha, was booked into the jail wearing what is commonly called a "turtle suit," a special garment typically used for inmates who are considered at risk of harming themselves. Kenosha County Eye contacted Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Justin Miller about Nehls, and Miller confirmed that Nehls is no longer employed by the agency. It is unclear when his employment ended.

(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)
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Dumb ass. Amazon is hiring if you can get an occupational license.
Who?
NO relation. I believe he pronounces it “Nels” We are NEHLS. Like Nehls on Wheels!
…I was hoping it was a Halloween Turtle Costume.
Turtle Time
Nice try. Not the same guy at all.
He’s the nephew of a congressman in Texas. His dad is Tyler Nells an arrogant guy. Tyler’s brother is a congressman in Texas I’m sure he’ll just get a slap on a wrist
Uncle was Dodge Co. Sherriff.