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Lafayette County Sheriff: November 21, 2024
Police Blotter

On October 31:

● 1:21 a.m. Andrea M Winckler-Mendez, 37, Woodman reported striking a coyote on USH 151, Belmont Township. No injuries were reported. Winckler-Mendez’s 2018 Ford received disabling damage and was towed from the scene.

● 7:00 a.m. Mitchell J Brant, 31, Benton reported striking a deer on STH 11, Wayne Township. No injuries were reported. Brant’s 2013 Nissan received moderate damage and was driven from the scene.

● 7:51 p.m. A deputy responded to USH 151, Belmont Township for an escort. 

● 11:34 p.m. Bhogilal D Patel, 62, Lancaster reported striking a deer on USH 151, Belmont Township. No injuries were reported. Patel’s 2015 Toyota received functional damage and was driven from the scene. 

On November 1:

● 1:25 p.m. A deputy responded to CTH P, Gratiot Township for a two vehicle accident. Rodimiro Gutierrez-Lorenzano, 57, Darlington was traveling westbound on Leahy RD in a 2020 Ram. Keegan J Kent, 26, Warren, IL was southbound on CTH P in a 2025 Kenworth. Gutierrez-Lorenzano entered the roadway, crossing the centerline and striking Kent. No injuries were reported and both vehicles were towed from the scene with disabling damage.

● 1:52 p.m. A deputy responded to Galena ST in the Village of Benton for a theft.

● 6:28 p.m. A deputy responded to Trotter RD, Wiota Township for suspicious activity.

● 7:55 p.m. Fredy M Colindres-Rodriguez, 44, Darlington was cited for Speeding, Open Intoxicants, and Operating without a valid Driver’s License on STH 11, Shullsburg Township

On November 2:

● 3:33 a.m. A deputy responded to N State ST in the Village of Argyle for a one vehicle accident. Dakotah J Peterson, 26, Chicago was traveling southbound in a 2023 Subaru when he fell asleep and left the roadway, striking a mailbox and fire hydrant. No injuries were reported and Peterson’s vehicle was towed from the scene with disabling damage. Peterson was cited for Failure to Maintain Control.

● 12:17 p.m. A deputy responded to Hidden Valley LN, Argyle Township for a scam.

● 3:11 p.m. A deputy responded to Blake ST in the Village of Blanchardville for fraud.

● 6:23 p.m. Herbert E Renner, JR, 60, Janesville reported striking a deer on STH 11, New Diggings Township. No injuries were reported and Renner’s 2008 Jeep received moderate damage and was driven from the scene.

On November 3:

● 10:00 a.m. A deputy responded to CTH XX, Belmont Township for a one vehicle accident.

● 4:47 p.m.  Krin ML Broshus, 24, Argyle reported striking a deer on STH 81, Argyle Township. No injuries were reported and Broshus’s 2017 Toyota received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

● 6:33 p.m. A deputy responded to E Main ST in the Village of Benton for a hit and run.

● 8:26 p.m. Jamie L Stanton-Dillman, 26, Shullsburg reported striking a deer on STH 81, Darlington Township. No injuries were reported and Stanton-Dillman’s 2021 Chevrolet received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

On November 4:

● 6:21 a.m. Cody A Ames, 36, South Wayne reported striking a deer on STH 23, Willow Springs Township. No injuries were reported. Ames’ 2018 Ford received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

● 10:27 a.m. Deputies responded to S Park ST, Village of Belmont for a disorderly dispute.

● 6:19 p.m. Emmett J Reilly, 68, Shullsburg reported striking a deer on STH 23, Darlington Township. No injuries were reported. Reilly’s 2015 Chevrolet received functional damage and was driven from the scene

On November 5:

● 8:38 a.m. A deputy responded to 2nd AV, Village of Benton for fraud.

● 11:05 a.m. A deputy responded to Bridge ST, Village of Gratiot for harassment

● 11:19 a.m. Lafayette County EMS and Darlington Fire responded to East ST, City of Darlington for a dryer on fire. Darlington Police assisted on scene. 

On November 6:

● 11:42 a.m. Deputies responded to STH 81 in the City of Darlington to assist Darlington Police with disorderly conduct.

● 7:08 p.m. Bradley J Hofmann, 49, Platteville reported striking a deer on USH 151, Belmont Township. No injuries were reported and Hofmann’s 2002 Buick received moderate damage and was driven from the scene.

On November 7:

● 10:02 a.m. A deputy responded to Mound Avenue RD, Belmont Township for fraud.

● 11:59 a.m. A deputy responded to E Center ST in the Village of South Wayne for suspicious activity.

● 2:10 p.m. A deputy responded to Center Drive RD, Elk Grove Township for fraud.

● 5:11 p.m. A deputy responded to Summit RD, Shullsburg Township for harassment.

● 7:13 p.m. Eric L Redfearn, 48, Shullsburg reported striking a deer on Palfrey RD, Shullsburg Township. No injuries were reported and Redfearn’s 2024 Chevrolet received moderate damage and was driven from the scene.

● 7:39 p.m. A deputy responded to Pond View LN, Willow Springs Township for suspicious activity.

On November 8:

● 10:19 a.m. A Deputy assisted Darlington Police with a Civil Dispute.

● 4:13 p.m. Daniele R. Halfhill, 32, Argyle reported hitting a deer on North Road, Town of Wiota. Her Jeep Renegade received minor damaged and was driven from the scene.

On November 9:

● 4:47 p.m. Janet K Garrison, 64, Gratiot reported striking a deer on STH 78, Blanchard Township. No injuries were reported. Garrison’s 2022 Chevrolet received disabling damage and was towed from the scene.

● 9:35 p.m. Walter S West, 73, Darlington reported striking a deer on CTH F, Fayette Township. No injuries were reported. West’s 2008 Chrysler received functional damage and was driven from the scene.

On November 10:

● 1:40 a.m. Shullsburg EMS responded to Heller Ct, City of Shullsburg for a medical emergency. As a result, Wynter B Sudo, 24, Shullsburg was arrested for Disorderly Conduct (x2). Sudo was transported to the Lafayette County Jail where she was booked and released. Deputies, Shullsburg Police, and Darlington Police assisted.

● 5:08 p.m. Ryan D Komprood, 43, Darlington reported striking a deer on CTH F, Darlington Township. No injuries were reported. Komprood’s 2007 Chevrolet received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

● 5:46 p.m. Kathryn A Gillen, 79, Belmont reported striking a deer on USH 151, Belmont Township. No injuries were reported. Gillen’s 2018 Chevrolet received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

● 6:07 p.m. Logan L Hardyman, 18, Belmont reported striking a deer on USH 151, Belmont Township. Hardyman’s 2011 Chevrolet received functional damage and was driven from the scene.

● 6:49 p.m. Deputies responded to Willow Branch RD, Seymour Township for a check welfare. As a result, Nathan S Reichling, 43, Darlington was arrested on a Probation and Parole Hold. Reichling was transported to the Lafayette County Jail where he was booked and currently remains. Darlington Police and Belmont EMS assisted on scene.

● 8:23 p.m. A deputy responded to College Farm RD, Elk Grove Township for suspicious circumstances.

On November 11:

● 5:51 a.m. Shawn M. Ryan, 42 Darlington, reported striking a deer on CTH K & Redrock Rd., Darlington Township. His 2002 Ford Pickup received moderate damage.

● 6:30 a.m. A Deputy responded to Apple Grove Church Rd., Town of Argyle for a Civil Dispute.

● 2:48 p.m. A Deputy responded to Riverside Rd & Silver Rd, Gratiot Township for a report of Theft.

● 4:05 p.m. Ashley N. Buss, 40 Blanchardville reported striking two deer on CTH G & CTH N, Argyle Township. Her 2019 Honda Odyssey received moderate damage. She was escorted back home from the scene.

● 5:40 p.m. A Deputy responded CTH XX, Town of Belmont for a Disorderly.

● 6:19 p.m. Elizabeth N. Mcgranahan, 43 Town of Lamont reported striking a deer on STH 81 & Wildcat Rd. Her 2022 Ford Explorer received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

On November 12:

● 6:50 a.m. A Deputy Responded to CTH F, Town of Blanchardville for suspicious activity.

● 1:01 p.m. A Deputy responded to White School Rd, Town of Monticello for a Trespassing complaint.

● 2:43 p.m. John T Mowry, 63 Benton Township reported an accident. His 2021 Chevy Silverado received moderate damage and was towed form the scene.

● 7:21 p.m. Robert L Laeser, 80 Argyle Township reported striking a deer on CTH G, Town of Fayette. His Nissan Rogue received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

On November 13:

● 9:35 a.m. Lafayette County EMS and Darlington Fire responded to E Catherine ST, City of Darlington for the smell of natural gas. Darlington Police assisted on scene.

● 2:17 p.m. A deputy responded to STH 81, Seymour Township for suspicious circumstances.

● 4:07 p.m. A deputy responded to Sheldon ST, Village of Gratiot for suspicious circumstances.

● 5:19 p.m. Sarah M Allen, 27, Belmont reported striking a deer on CTH E, Darlington Township. No injuries were reported. Allen’s 2010 Ford received moderate damage and was driven from the scene.

● 9:57 p.m. Jaylin K Hartwig, 19, Argyle was cited on STH 81, Elk Grove Township for Absolute Sobriety and Speeding. Furthermore, the passenger, Kyleah R Mick, 19, Argyle was cited for Underage Drinking and Possession of a False ID.

On November 14:

● 7:25 a.m. Sean C Adkins, 51, Fennimore reported striking a deer on CTH N, Argyle Township. No injuries were reported. Adkins’ 2019 Ram received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

● 9:05 a.m. A deputy responded to Sale Barn RD, Elk Grove Township for trespassing.

● 4:46 p.m. Edis A Salgado-Diaz, 21, Darlington was arrested on W Harriet ST, City of Darlington for Bail Jumping (x2) and Operating without Valid License (3rd). Furthermore, Salgado-Diaz was cited for No Insurance, Unnecessary Acceleration, and Operating after Suspension. Salgado-Diaz was transported to the Lafayette County Jail where he was booked and later posted bond.

● 5:31 p.m. Brian D Kohn, 61, Dubuque reported striking a deer on STH 11, Shullsburg Township. No injuries were reported. Kohn’s 2022 Chevrolet received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

● 6:03 p.m. Devon A Ferguson, 23, Argyle reported striking a deer on STH 11, Shullsburg Township. No injuries were reported. Ferguson’s 2008 Chevrolet received minor damage and was driven from the scene.

● 7:17 p.m. Heather L Hinman, 19, Hazel Green reported striking a deer on STH 11, Gratiot Township. No injuries were reported. Hinman’s 2020 Chevrolet received functional damage and was driven from the scene.

● 8:03 p.m. Tina M Ludlum, 44, Platteville reported striking a deer on STH 11, Gratiot Township. No injuries were reported. Ludlum’s 2011 Honda received disabling damage and was towed from the scene.

On November 15:

● 5:27 p.m. Nicole E. Zimmerman, 38 Blanchardville reported striking a deer on CTH N and Old Q Road. Her vehicle received minor damage and she was able to drive it home where a Deputy was able to meet her.

On November 16:

● 9:16 p.m. A Deputy responded to S Holland Rd, Town of Gratiot for a Check Welfare. Dylan D Gile, 33 Gratiot was arrested for OWI 2 (Operating While Intoxicated 2nd Offense) and Felony Bail Jumping.

On November 17:

● 3:46 a.m. Harold Iglesias, 26, Monroe was cited on STH 81, Argyle Township for Operating while Intoxicated, Operating without Valid License, and Failure to Stop at Stop Sign.