Milwaukee Man Accused of Intentionally Swerving at Kenosha Police Squad During 100 MPH Chase Held on $10,000 Cash Bail

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Joshua J. Waldow Jr., 18, of Milwaukee
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

KENOSHA, Wis. — Joshua J. Waldow Jr., 18, of Milwaukee, is facing six criminal charges after prosecutors allege he led Kenosha police on a high-speed chase through city streets, repeatedly ran stop signs and red lights, and intentionally swerved toward a marked police squad at approximately 70 mph. Liberal Activist Supplemental Court Commissioner Tracey "Low-Bail" Braun ordered Waldow held on a $10,000 cash bail Wednesday after prosecutors sought $25,000. Defense attorney Chad Shamali requested a no-cash bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for July 8.

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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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Incident Response says:

July 1, 2026 at 7:34 PM

Video of this pursuit can be viewed on our Incident Response YouTube Channel.

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July 1, 2026 at 8:38 PM

Guess we don’t need to be playing Where’s Waldo(w)!

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