Kenosha Man Accused Of Brutal Group Beating, Robbery Arrested More Than Two Years Later — Commissioner Sets Only $2,500 Cash Bail

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Amare Lavant Burks, 21, of Kenosha
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

KENOSHA, Wis. — Amare Lavant Burks, 21, of Kenosha, appeared in court Tuesday, November 3, 2026, more than two years after being charged with two felonies stemming from a violent group beating and robbery in June 2024. Burks, who is charged with substantial battery and robbery with use of force, appeared before Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum, who set only $2,500 cash bail despite a $15,000 arrest warrant having been issued in July 2024. Burks faces up to 11 years of initial confinement if convicted of both felonies.

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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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