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Salem Lakes Man Accused Of Fleeing Deputies At More Than 121 MPH After Lighting Fireworks For Pet Fish “Viking Funeral,” Only $6,500 Cash Bail

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Derek John Harnisch, 23, of Salem Lakes
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

SALEM LAKES, Wis. — Derek John Harnisch, 23, of Salem Lakes, is facing a felony fleeing charge after prosecutors say he led Kenosha County Sheriff’s deputies on a pursuit topping 121 mph because he was scared he would get in trouble for lighting fireworks while preparing an origami “Viking funeral” for his pet fish. Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum set only $6,500 cash bail Monday.

Derek John Harnisch, 23, of Salem Lakes
(Kenosha County Sheriff's Office)

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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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