Kenosha District Attorney To Spend Thousands To Retry Marijuana Mistrial

Copied!
Ruben Mizrain-Aguilar (25) of Milwaukee In Court Today
(Kenosha County Sheriff)

The Kenosha County District Attorney’s office today announced that they intend to retry a 25-year-old Milwaukee man for a minor marijuana case. The trial is expected to cost up to or more than $10,000.

Paid Advertisement

The first trial of Ruben Mizrain-Aguilar was a hung jury, with 5 jurors voting “not guilty” and 7 voting “guilty.” Outgoing District Attorney Michael Graveley (D) made the decision to put Mizrain-Aguilar through another trial. Everyone in the room -, the prosecutors, public defender, judge, deputies, and even the jury will be paid with tax dollars.

Paid Advertisement
Kenosha County Assistant District Attorney Drew Lehman In Court Today
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Kenosha County Assistant District Attorney Drew Lehman told the court the case was being retried due to “new evidence” making the case stronger. He failed to disclose what the new evidence was in open court today.

Paid Advertisement
Ruben Mizrain-Aguilar (25) of Milwaukee
(Kenosha County Sheriff)

The Incident

Paid Advertisement

On May 30, 2023, a Kenosha County Sheriff’s Deputy pulled over a car with three young adult occupants in Bristol. The trio drove about four hours to the state of Michigan to buy some marijuana. There was a Memorial Day sale and they wanted to stock up. It seemed like the three were casual marijuana smokers and THC users.

Paid Advertisement

Law enforcement agencies throughout the county have told KCE that street marijuana is often laced with Fentanyl, so it makes sense that they would go to a state that regulates the drug and they know they won’t get a hot batch.

Paid Advertisement

Mizrain-Aguilar was sitting shotgun. His friend, Diego Perez-Ignacia, was driving and a friend of the two, Marisol Rodriguez, was sitting in the back passenger seat. On the front passenger floorboard of the vehicle, where Mizrain-Aguilar was seated, the deputy located a large white bag labeled “Cookies”, which is a common brand of THC cookies. On the floorboard where Rodriguez was seated, there were more THC products. Also located was a marijuana grinder.

All of the bags were bought at dispensaries in the Kalamazoo, MI area totaling about $3,000 between the three of them. The total amount in the vehicle was about 639 grams of THC. In all, about 22.5 ounces of THC. The driver waived his right to remain silent and told the deputy that he and his friends bought the THC for personal use. There were no scales, or any other type of distribution-related items found in the car, which would be common for drug-dealers.

Mizrain-Aguilar, Perez-Ignacia, and Rodriguez were all charged with “Possession with Intent to Distribute THC (more than 200 grams, but less than 1,000 grams) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia for the marijuana grinder. The possession with intent charges were Class H felonies with a possible sentence of up to 6 years in prison.

Perez-Ignacia, and Rodriguez both took plea deals in which the paraphernalia charges were dismissed, but the felonies were reduced to Class I, meaning they faced a maximum sentence of 3.5 years in prison. Class I felonies are the least severe. Perez-Ignacia, and Rodriguez both got probation, the former, 18 months, and the latter, 12 months.

Mizrain-Aguilar, seemingly told his attorney that he’s not taking the plea offer. He went to trial. After all, he didn’t buy the THC to sell, but to use. Using THC isn’t a felony in Wisconsin unless it’s your second or subsequent offense. Mizrain-Aguilar has a clean record, but the Kenosha County DA’s office wanted to brand him as a felon.

The Trial

At trial, the jury hung at 7-“guilty,” and 5-“not guilty.” In Wisconsin, for a verdict to be valid, it must be unanimous. The possession of drug paraphernalia charge was a unanimous “not guilty” verdict. KCE was able to speak with one of the female jurors named “Willow”, who was on the “not guilty” side. She was gracious enough to give us her insight on the trial.

“We all agreed that [Mizrain-Aguilar] was definitely in possession. Sure. And that was proven by the state,” said Willow. “Where all of us had problems deciding on intent to deliver 200 grams or less or 200 grams or more, is the proof that the state had. It seemed like the state was really banking on the volume that was found in the car.”

Willow said the five jurors that found him “not guilty” because they weren’t convinced that Mizrain-Aguilar was going to resell the THC. Willow told KCE that during the Voir Dire section of the trial, the prosecutor brought up the plea deals of the other two co-defendants. That’s illegal, but Judge Gabriele, who presided over the trial is an for prosecutor, usually allows the prosecution to do as they please. It should have resulted in a mistrial. It didn’t. Willow doesn’t want her tax dollars going towards another trial with the same evidence. “Some jurors did bring up the fact [that marijuana is legal in many states], there was one juror who vocalized their frustration with the fact that weed is illegal here.”

“Personally, I feel that there were a couple of jurors, two jurors, that are responsible for hanging the case, because they wanted to see him convicted of intent to deliver. And they, it was very strange, they accused the five of us of wanting to see them lose and to be stubborn, so that the five of us could win. You know, they just made it very combative,” said Willow.

The judge allowed for the Jury to have some other options, less serious options called “lesser includeds.” Intent to deliver over 200, intent to deliver under 200, and simple possession. “And the instructions were, if you do not agree on the intent to deliver over 200, deliberate about intent under two. If you do not agree on intent under two, deliberate about possession,” said Willow. At one point the jury was unanimous with finding Mizrain-Aguilar guilty of simple possession but she said two men on the jury then “changed” their vote to hang the jury. “Two people said that they were going to change, two people said that they would change their vote to not guilty for possession, because they would not accept anything less than intent to deliver,” Willow told KCE. “So in other words, they would have rather had a mistrial than him having just the misdemeanor instead of the felony.”

Opinion

Marijuana is legal for recreational purposes in 24 states and DC. For medicinal use, it’s 33 states and DC. It is no longer safe for potheads to buy weed on the street. These three made a safe, albeit illegal choice to cross state lines and buy THC that was sure to be free of Fentanyl or any other drugs that kill people. The Kenosha County District Attorney’s office made two otherwise law-abiding people into felons. Not this guy. Mizrain-Aguilar wanted his day in court. He got it. Kenosha might send a lot of people to prison, but for the wrong reasons. Do we want people who smoke weed in our prisons sucking off uncle Sam’s teet? I don’t. The three likely bought large quantities as to reduce the amount of times they had to make the illegal journey, not because they wanted to sell it for a profit. Does that even make sense? Buying marijuana at an inflated retail price and trying to resell it for more than that? It doesn’t make sense because they were not going to sell it. They tried a terrible case and they should NOT retry the case. Enough money was already spent on this failed trial. Don’t spend our money on another losing trial. You already extorted guilty pleas to two other individuals. That’s enough. ADA Lehman is not a bad prosecutor or person. In this case, he just showed bad judgement. KCE spoke with DA Mike Graveley (D) who told KCE that he will let Lehman decide on another trial or not. We spoke with Lehman who told us “I have not made any decision one way or the other. I am currently waiting on additional information before deciding.”

DA-Elect Solis will ultimately decide if this case is worthy of spending valuable time and resources on. Lehman, having put in his notice to leave Kenosha and move closer to his family, made a bad choice by leaving this case for the next administration still open. Let’s hope our new DA will worry about kids bringing guns into schools, teachers raping kids, dangerous drugs, and violent offenses. Save the trial resources for those cases.

Ruben Mizrain-Aguilar (25) of Milwaukee In Court Today With Defense Attorney Zebulon “Zeb” Patek
(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye)

Author

Copied!
LATEST NEWS

Extra Prosecutors, Tax Cuts, and Dunes Protection: What Kenosha Gets in the New State Budget

MADISON, Wis. – The recently signed 2025–27 Wisconsin state budget includes several key wins for Kenosha County—ranging from added muscle in the District Attorney’s Office to millions in environmental preservation and taxpayer relief. State Rep. Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) touted the package as a hard-fought, Republican-led effort that delivers tax cuts, education investments, UW System reforms, and funding for local priorities long championed

Plus +

Man Faces New Felony Charges Including Possession of Child Pornography, Escape

Jeremy D. Walker, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 34-year-old Kenosha man with a prior felony conviction is facing four new criminal charges after authorities allege he fled from police during a probation check and was later found in possession of child pornography. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

MORE TOP STORIES
Plus +

Man Charged with Possessing Image of Naked Child; $10,000 Bail Set

Thomas P. Moffat, 62, of Salem Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff) SALEM LAKES, Wis. – A 62-year-old Salem Lakes man is facing a felony charge after authorities say he possessed a sexually explicit image of a naked child on his cell phone. You must be logged in to view the rest of

Steil Votes for Bill to Cut Taxes, Strengthen Border, and Protect Seniors

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Bryan Steil (R-Wis.) cast a key vote this week in favor of H.R. 1, sweeping legislation aimed at reducing costs for families, delivering tax relief to seniors, and bolstering border security. The bill, which passed both chambers of Congress, now heads to President Trump for signature.

Categories
Archives
Authors

50 Responses

  1. Moral of the story is don’t do drugs and you won’t go to jail.
    Not that hard of a concept to understand.

    11
    19
      1. It’s the LAW that makes it serious. Don’t agree with it, work to change it, until then, if you’re not a law abiding citizen, and you get caught, it needs to be treated seriously, as every law abiding citizen should expect…..

        6
        12
    1. Marijuana is only illegal as it’s a cash grab opportunity. The equivalent of a CCW permit. Total unconstitutional bs. Carry on and continue as a sheep.

      12
      2
  2. another prosecution for a victimless crime in the so-called free-est country in the world, the non United States of Israel USI. don’t worry, trump the zionist will right the ship.

    6
    3
      1. It most definitely is a victimless crime, it’s marijuana. Hard to classify a ‘victim’ as a person who over eats, watches comedy movies and then takes a nice sleep.

        17
        5
        1. You can actually have these two thoughts in your head at the same time:

          1. Marijuana should be at minimum, rescheduled if not outright legalized
          2. Legalization would be a net negative to society

          This story falls under #1, a waste of time and resources to retry this.

          8
          1
          1. Even it is not legal in every state, it definitely decriminalized in the majority, except WI, FL, TX and a handful of others.

              1. As a non-marijuana user who believes it should be rescheduled/legalized, I actually somewhat agree with this sentiment. I believe it needs to resheduled from a cost perspective, however, I have spent time in downtown Denver, where it is basically legalized and it is a mess. You can’t leave a 4-5 star hotel without smelling it and personally I cannot stand the smell anymore than I can stand cigarette smoke. And it has increased the social decay of the area. This is why I say above it still will be a “net negative”.

                I wish legalization advocates would stick to the idea that they simply want the right to use it in peace at home. We don’t generally allow people to walk around with open intoxicants in public areas. You rarely see a tabacco smoker on the sidewalk these days, they’re all doing Zyn. But this toleration of weed in public should NOT be allowed. Feel free to knock yourself at home or with your buddies at their home. But the wafting smell in urban areas, along with the urine, makes me want to puke.

                5
                2
      1. Except with the destruction that’s been going on in the last 4 years and especially just the last month, only liars like you will smirk and call it the Trump bankruptcy.

  3. These ass clowns drove 4 hours to Michigan to buy some weed when they could have drove 30 minutes across the border and bought it in IL. Anyhow, nice job Kenosha on wasting tax payer $$$$. Happy to know where there money from our outrageous property taxes go. $10k could train the entire KPD how to properly pat down a suspect. 🙂

    4
    7
    1. Users travel to Michigan vs Illinois because Michigan’s taxes are lower, and they also allow you to purchase more quantity in one transaction. I even believe they let you make several transactions in one visit. Where as Illinois they cap you at a certain amount.

      PLUS!? F*ck Illinois

    2. It’s cheaper in Michigan. The Illinois stores over the border sell most of their products to Wisconsinites, so they jack the price up.

  4. They bought it legally within the United States. We are talking about a substance that is less harmful than alcohol…. there are laws that are outdated yet we choose to prosecute due to some antiquated biases. WI needs to follow in all border state laws on this issue, pulling jurors for a case like this is a waste of everyone’s time. Victimless “crime”

    I’m not a pothead, but this is silly.

    15
    1
    1. The stuff in Michigan is cheaper and stronger. So they got a lot more in Michigan than they would have gotten in IL.

      3
      1
    2. I call Bullshit; these free citizens who enjoy their stinky weed odor and its affects without any concern for the way it effects anything or anyone around them are free to move to any of those border states.
      I prefer to NOT have myself and my family assaulted by the odor and headaches daily; in the store check out line, at the theater, in the restaurants, apartment hallways, the DMV waiting area, school pickup line, the workplace, etc., etc., etc.
      How is it these folks are affording this product? Ive seen sooo many fail to gain employment, and also lose employment over popping dirty on a drug test, where is there money coming from?

      4
      8
  5. The judge seemed biased. She reminds me a judge Wagner. Already formed an opinion. Gravely is selective who we prosecutes. This supposed to be the justice system. Wow

  6. So when do I get to decide which laws I obey ? As long as it’s the law we have to abide by it. The police did their job now the DA is doing his.

    1
    5
  7. Wasn’t our Governor going to legalize marijuana if he was elected?

    Didn’t we have a referendum in Kenosha once upon a time where the majority of the voters said yes to legalize marijuana?

    Gravely has his head up his Hershey highway. Same with Man-cow McNeil. Run scumbags, don’t walk. The voter’s have spoken.

    12
    1. The referendum was just to get people to the ballot in the first place. I’m for legalization (under certain circumstances), I don’t do it, but I’m for it. I can admit the non-binding referendum is a partisan ploy to get people to show up to vote. All major parties do it, Its dumb.
      My big hang up is that there isn’t a great way to test driving impairment the way you can use a breathalyzer for alcohol. Other methods are pretty flawed.

    2. Republicans and the Tavern League won’t let the will of the voters happen for cannabis to be legalized in the State of Wisconsin.

      1. Wrong answer. The Democratic Govenor, decided to not listen to the people and instead went with the Tavern League money. Keep voting Democrat and nothing will change.

        5
        2
  8. Does anyone remember their parents heading to Illinois for margarine/oleo? What rebels!

    It is very much worth the 2.5 hour drive to New Buffalo, MI for access to legal marijuana. I purchase a felonious amount of my preferred medication for pain management (I refuse any and all opioids; the risks outweigh their benefits, in my opinion.) and place in a locked container in my trunk. I then drive responsibility back to Wisconsin. I do not sell any of my purchases. It is all for personal use in my own home. I know I am not at risk of an overdose when I use marijuana. It gives relief without the side effects found in opioids. My doctor fully supports my decision to medicate with marijuana.

    Don’t forget to educate yourselves on the real reason marijuana is illegal:
    https://www.britannica.com/story/why-is-marijuana-illegal-in-the-us

    1. Wisconsin is correct. It’s a gateway drug. It starts a person’s addiction process, which carries on to other drugs in a few people.

      3
      3

Add a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

LATEST NEWS

Extra Prosecutors, Tax Cuts, and Dunes Protection: What Kenosha Gets in the New State Budget

MADISON, Wis. – The recently signed 2025–27 Wisconsin state budget includes several key wins for Kenosha County—ranging from added muscle in the District Attorney’s Office to millions in environmental preservation and taxpayer relief. State Rep. Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) touted the package as a hard-fought, Republican-led effort that delivers tax cuts, education investments, UW System reforms, and funding for local priorities long championed

Plus +

Man Faces New Felony Charges Including Possession of Child Pornography, Escape

Jeremy D. Walker, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 34-year-old Kenosha man with a prior felony conviction is facing four new criminal charges after authorities allege he fled from police during a probation check and was later found in possession of child pornography. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Plus +

Man Charged with Possessing Image of Naked Child; $10,000 Bail Set

Thomas P. Moffat, 62, of Salem Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff) SALEM LAKES, Wis. – A 62-year-old Salem Lakes man is facing a felony charge after authorities say he possessed a sexually explicit image of a naked child on his cell phone. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Steil Votes for Bill to Cut Taxes, Strengthen Border, and Protect Seniors

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Bryan Steil (R-Wis.) cast a key vote this week in favor of H.R. 1, sweeping legislation aimed at reducing costs for families, delivering tax relief to seniors, and bolstering border security. The bill, which passed both chambers of Congress, now heads to President Trump for signature. “This bill is a win for Wisconsin workers, families, and seniors,” said Steil

Another Judge Steps Aside in Vanderzee Murder Case, Citing Past Contact with Defendant

KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — Yet another twist unfolded in the high-profile Vanderzee murder case when Judge Jason Rossell formally recused himself on June 24, citing prior contact with one of the defendants during his time as a prosecutor. According to the court record, Rossell stepped down from presiding over the case due to “prior contact with the defendant as an ADA.” Rossell served

Plus +

Third Arrest in Less Than a Month for Kenosha Man Accused of Repeatedly Violating Court Orders

Ryan M. Phillips, 40, of Kenosha in Court(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 40-year-old Kenosha man who already faced charges in two felony cases was arrested for a third time in just over three weeks—this time for allegedly violating a domestic abuse no-contact order and making illegal jailhouse calls to the victim. You must be logged in to

Plus +

Mother Accused of Threatening Officers, Neglecting Children at Pool While Allegedly Intoxicated

Lauren M. Leipzig, 37, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha woman is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly passing out at a public pool while responsible for three young children, including her own, and later threatening to have police officers killed. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Plus +

Kenosha Inmate Charged Again After Second Alleged Jail Assault

Kristina Faith Sargeant, 28, of Kenosha In Court(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha County Jail inmate already facing felony charges for a previous cell block assault has been charged again—this time for allegedly striking a different inmate in another altercation inside the jail. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Plus +

City Employee Who Stole Rebate Funds Sentenced to 45 Days in Jail

Jamie D. Watkins, 54, of Kenosha and Defense Attorney Terry Rose In Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A former City of Kenosha arborist who admitted to stealing rebate checks from the city’s Parks Department was sentenced to 45 days in jail Wednesday by Judge Gerad Dougvillo, who called the theft “a betrayal of public trust.” You must

Plus +

Teen Previously Convicted in School Shooting Case Faces New Felony Gun Charge

Jason Isom Jr., 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha teenager who was previously adjudicated delinquent in connection with a 2022 shooting near Frank Elementary School is now facing five new criminal charges, including felony possession of a firearm, after police say he was caught with a loaded 9mm handgun and marijuana during a traffic stop on July 1. You must

Neglect Charge Filed After Disabled Uncle Found Malnourished and Soiled in Somers Home

SOMERS, Wis. – A Kenosha man has been charged with negligent abuse of an at-risk individual after deputies found his disabled uncle lying incoherent, half-naked, and surrounded by feces in their shared home. Robert Jeremy Warden, 37, appeared in court Tuesday and was charged with one count of negligently subjecting an at-risk individual to abuse—specifically, conditions not likely to cause bodily harm. The

Plus +

Kenosha Man Accused of Tasing and Slapping Teen at Graduation Party

Jeffery W. Grundman, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) WHEATLAND, Wis. — A 34-year-old Kenosha man appeared in court Wednesday on accusations that he tased and slapped a 17-year-old at a graduation party in the Town of Wheatland, allegedly using a stun gun while intoxicated and then threatening violence when confronted. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Plus +

Neglect Charge Filed After 3-Year-Old Found Wandering Kenosha Street Alone

Mary E. Spates, 35, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 35-year-old Kenosha woman is facing a felony child neglect charge after her 3-year-old son was found outside alone, wearing only underwear, in a high-traffic neighborhood early Sunday morning. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Prospect Heights Man Identified in Fatal Highway 50 Crash

SALEM LAKES, Wis. — Authorities have identified the man killed in last week’s single-vehicle crash on Highway 50 as John B. Douglas, 69, of Prospect Heights, Illinois, according to an update issued Wednesday by the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office. Douglas was driving a full-sized pickup truck eastbound along the 22400 block of State Highway 50 on the evening of Friday, June 27, when

Plus +

Kenosha Judge Rejects Leniency, Jails Former Teacher in Grooming Case

Christian Enwright, 30, of Kenosha Crying in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – Former Kenosha middle school teacher Christian Enwright was sentenced Tuesday to 15 months in jail and three years of probation after pleading guilty to 15 counts of disorderly conduct stemming from what prosecutors described as a months-long grooming relationship with a 14-year-old student. Kenosha County

Plus +

Colorado Man Accused of Sexually Assaulting Minor at Country Thunder

Ronnie O. Crews, 57, of Parker, Colorado(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — A Colorado man appeared in a Kenosha County courtroom Monday to face serious felony charges in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a minor during the 2017 Country Thunder music festival in the Town of Randall. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

KUSD Announces Honor Roll Students for 2024-2025 School Year

It is with great pride that we share our honor roll students with you. Congratulations to each of our students whose hard work and dedication resulted in this amazing achievement. Keep up the great work! – KUSD Bradford High ‘*’ Indicates straight A’s Students in Grade 9 Elaina Barnard, Alexander Bokota, Charlotte Bradley, *Jocelyn Calero, Kaydi Caron, Morgan Christian, Sophia Coniker, *Dominik Dahlberg,

Interstate Car Theft Ring Busted After KDOG Investigation Leads to Federal Indictments

KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. –An abandoned license plate found on a rural Kenosha County highway in 2022 has unraveled what officials say was a highly sophisticated, multi-million-dollar interstate car theft and money laundering operation. The Kenosha County Drug Operations Group (KDOG), working in collaboration with federal and local partners, has helped bring federal charges against 23 individuals, the Sheriff’s Department announced Wednesday. Kenosha County

House Fire Destroys Silver Lake Home — Help the Peterson Family Rebuild

On a tragic day in Silver Lake, Jim and Lisa Peterson lost everything when a fire tore through their home on East Depot Street. The fire moved fast and left behind nothing but devastation. While Jim and Lisa thankfully escaped with their lives, they are now left without a home, clothes, or the basic necessities we so often take for granted. Their family

Plus +

Judge Ends Leniency for Trenton Kmiec with 7-Year Prison Sentence

Trenton B. Kmiec, 24, of Salem Lakes and Defense Attorney Benjamin Schwarz In Court(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. – After years of what many saw as unusually light treatment across multiple counties, 25-year-old Trenton B. Kmiec was sentenced Monday to seven years in prison and another seven years of extended supervision. The son of embattled attorney and former

Man Accused of Choke Slamming Ex-Girlfriend Now Facing Battery Charges

KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha man with a prior felony conviction is facing new misdemeanor charges after allegedly attacking his ex-girlfriend during a violent domestic dispute last week. Deshaun J. Banks, 23, was charged Tuesday with misdemeanor battery and disorderly conduct, both as a repeater due to a 2024 theft conviction. He is next due in court for a district attorney pre-trial hearing

Plus +

High-Speed Chase Ends in Illinois: Kenosha Man Facing Nine Criminal Charges

Marco A. Infusino, 25, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A $75,000 warrant was issued Tuesday for a Kenosha man accused of leading police on a dangerous high-speed chase from Pleasant Prairie into Illinois over the weekend. Marco A. Infusino, 25, was arrested around 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, though it does not appear he made a court appearance the same day. He is

LATEST NEWS

Extra Prosecutors, Tax Cuts, and Dunes Protection: What Kenosha Gets in the New State Budget

MADISON, Wis. – The recently signed 2025–27 Wisconsin state budget includes several key wins for Kenosha County—ranging from added muscle in the District Attorney’s Office to millions in environmental preservation and taxpayer relief. State Rep. Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) touted the package as a hard-fought, Republican-led effort that delivers tax cuts, education investments, UW System reforms, and funding for local priorities long championed

Plus +

Man Faces New Felony Charges Including Possession of Child Pornography, Escape

Jeremy D. Walker, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 34-year-old Kenosha man with a prior felony conviction is facing four new criminal charges after authorities allege he fled from police during a probation check and was later found in possession of child pornography. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Plus +

Man Charged with Possessing Image of Naked Child; $10,000 Bail Set

Thomas P. Moffat, 62, of Salem Lakes(Kenosha County Sheriff) SALEM LAKES, Wis. – A 62-year-old Salem Lakes man is facing a felony charge after authorities say he possessed a sexually explicit image of a naked child on his cell phone. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Steil Votes for Bill to Cut Taxes, Strengthen Border, and Protect Seniors

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Bryan Steil (R-Wis.) cast a key vote this week in favor of H.R. 1, sweeping legislation aimed at reducing costs for families, delivering tax relief to seniors, and bolstering border security. The bill, which passed both chambers of Congress, now heads to President Trump for signature. “This bill is a win for Wisconsin workers, families, and seniors,” said Steil

Another Judge Steps Aside in Vanderzee Murder Case, Citing Past Contact with Defendant

KENOSHA COUNTY, Wis. — Yet another twist unfolded in the high-profile Vanderzee murder case when Judge Jason Rossell formally recused himself on June 24, citing prior contact with one of the defendants during his time as a prosecutor. According to the court record, Rossell stepped down from presiding over the case due to “prior contact with the defendant as an ADA.” Rossell served

Plus +

Third Arrest in Less Than a Month for Kenosha Man Accused of Repeatedly Violating Court Orders

Ryan M. Phillips, 40, of Kenosha in Court(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A 40-year-old Kenosha man who already faced charges in two felony cases was arrested for a third time in just over three weeks—this time for allegedly violating a domestic abuse no-contact order and making illegal jailhouse calls to the victim. You must be logged in to

Plus +

Mother Accused of Threatening Officers, Neglecting Children at Pool While Allegedly Intoxicated

Lauren M. Leipzig, 37, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha woman is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly passing out at a public pool while responsible for three young children, including her own, and later threatening to have police officers killed. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Plus +

Kenosha Inmate Charged Again After Second Alleged Jail Assault

Kristina Faith Sargeant, 28, of Kenosha In Court(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A Kenosha County Jail inmate already facing felony charges for a previous cell block assault has been charged again—this time for allegedly striking a different inmate in another altercation inside the jail. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Plus +

City Employee Who Stole Rebate Funds Sentenced to 45 Days in Jail

Jamie D. Watkins, 54, of Kenosha and Defense Attorney Terry Rose In Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – A former City of Kenosha arborist who admitted to stealing rebate checks from the city’s Parks Department was sentenced to 45 days in jail Wednesday by Judge Gerad Dougvillo, who called the theft “a betrayal of public trust.” You must

Plus +

Teen Previously Convicted in School Shooting Case Faces New Felony Gun Charge

Jason Isom Jr., 18, of Kenosha(Kenosha Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A Kenosha teenager who was previously adjudicated delinquent in connection with a 2022 shooting near Frank Elementary School is now facing five new criminal charges, including felony possession of a firearm, after police say he was caught with a loaded 9mm handgun and marijuana during a traffic stop on July 1. You must

Neglect Charge Filed After Disabled Uncle Found Malnourished and Soiled in Somers Home

SOMERS, Wis. – A Kenosha man has been charged with negligent abuse of an at-risk individual after deputies found his disabled uncle lying incoherent, half-naked, and surrounded by feces in their shared home. Robert Jeremy Warden, 37, appeared in court Tuesday and was charged with one count of negligently subjecting an at-risk individual to abuse—specifically, conditions not likely to cause bodily harm. The

Plus +

Kenosha Man Accused of Tasing and Slapping Teen at Graduation Party

Jeffery W. Grundman, 34, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) WHEATLAND, Wis. — A 34-year-old Kenosha man appeared in court Wednesday on accusations that he tased and slapped a 17-year-old at a graduation party in the Town of Wheatland, allegedly using a stun gun while intoxicated and then threatening violence when confronted. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Plus +

Neglect Charge Filed After 3-Year-Old Found Wandering Kenosha Street Alone

Mary E. Spates, 35, of Kenosha(Kenosha County Sheriff) KENOSHA, Wis. — A 35-year-old Kenosha woman is facing a felony child neglect charge after her 3-year-old son was found outside alone, wearing only underwear, in a high-traffic neighborhood early Sunday morning. You must be logged in to view the rest of this article.

Prospect Heights Man Identified in Fatal Highway 50 Crash

SALEM LAKES, Wis. — Authorities have identified the man killed in last week’s single-vehicle crash on Highway 50 as John B. Douglas, 69, of Prospect Heights, Illinois, according to an update issued Wednesday by the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office. Douglas was driving a full-sized pickup truck eastbound along the 22400 block of State Highway 50 on the evening of Friday, June 27, when

Plus +

Kenosha Judge Rejects Leniency, Jails Former Teacher in Grooming Case

Christian Enwright, 30, of Kenosha Crying in Court Today(Photo by Kevin Mathewson, Kenosha County Eye) KENOSHA, Wis. – Former Kenosha middle school teacher Christian Enwright was sentenced Tuesday to 15 months in jail and three years of probation after pleading guilty to 15 counts of disorderly conduct stemming from what prosecutors described as a months-long grooming relationship with a 14-year-old student. Kenosha County

Categories
Archives
Authors

Wake Up to What You Missed

Get notified of new articles. We'll never share your email address.