Police Blotter

June 6, 2022 9:32 AM

Hello Midtown, Attached is a link outlining our 2022 Summer Traffic Plan. /police/blog/documents/Trafficplanblotter.docx Thank you and drive safely! Captain Jason Freedman Midtown Police District [read more]

July 28, 2021 9:57 AM

Hello Midtown, On 7/27 a team of officers led by one of our TEST (Traffic Enforcement Safety Team) Members worked speed enforcement on the Beltline at Whitney Way. During the course of the project which ran from 6pm to 10pm, 5 stop cars made 29 stops for speeding, with two … [read more]

July 9, 2021 10:07 AM

Please see the attached! /police/blog/documents/MSP2.pdf [read more]

July 6, 2021 3:05 PM

As part of Madison Police Department's continued furtherance of Vision Zero -striving to eliminate traffic deaths and severe injuries- MPD's TEST team and officers participated in a grant on University Ave at Brooks St. From 7 am to 11 am, officers worked this area focusing on pedestrian safety. … [read more]

June 7, 2021 5:53 PM

On Thursday, June 3rd, officers conducted an enhanced enforcement project in the 800 & 900 blocks of E Washington Ave (for reference, this is the area around Breese Stevens Field, a large hotel, several large apartment buildings, a grocery store and numerous small businesses and resturants). … [read more]

June 7, 2021 2:39 PM

Hello East District Community Members, Today marks the beginning of the 2021 East District Summer Strategic Plan. The East District will utilize the Stratified Model to incorporate problem oriented policing, analysis and accountability at all levels. The plan includes three priority areas. … [read more]

May 4, 2021 12:01 PM

This morning the Madison PD conducted an enhanced traffic enforcement project on Hwy 51/Stoughton Rd near Milwaukee St. During the project officers conducted a total of 27 stops for speeding violations. The average speed stopped during this project was 71 MPH in the 55 MPH zone. The highest … [read more]

April 18, 2021 6:12 PM

On Saturday night, 4/17/21, the Madison PD conducted an enhanced traffic enforcement on E Washington Ave focussing on OWI enforcement and other hazardous driving. From 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM Officers conducted 18 traffic stops for a variety of violations including speeding and racing. In … [read more]

April 15, 2021 11:15 AM

The Madison PD will be conducting an enhanced traffic enforcement project this evening on the Beltline. According to the National Safety Council, Speeding was a factor in 26% of all traffic fatalities in 2019, killing 9,478, or an average of over 25 people per day. The total number of fatal … [read more]

April 9, 2021 10:00 AM

On Wednesday, April 7th, the Madison PD conducted an enhanced traffic enforcement project focused on speeding and seatbelt use. From 7:00 a.m. through 11:00 a.m. officers conducted a total of 32 stops in the area of the 200 block of S Whitney way. All stops were for speeding at least 10 MPH … [read more]

March 18, 2021 12:25 PM

Hello Midtown District! Despite the recent snow, spring is coming! Along with warmer weather, MMSD recently announced the return to in-person learning. The change of season and the re-opening of schools provide opportunities and challenges for Midtown PD and our district residents, and I want … [read more]

May 18, 2020 11:14 AM

On 05/16/2020, officers worked a grant westbound on the Beltline near Whitney Wy from 7 pm to 10 pm. With five stop cars there were a total of 27 traffic stops made for speeding. Of those stopped, the highest speed was 88 mph and the lowest was 71 mph. A gentle reminder, the Beltline is 55 … [read more]

March 13, 2020 2:16 PM

On 03/12/20, at 8:30 am, one of our TEST officers was working the Midvale Elementary School Zone. The crossing guard had traffic stopped for kids to cross. Upon releasing traffic, and traffic one again began to flow, a subject opted to use the parking/bike lane to accelerate past the main … [read more]

October 8, 2019 4:33 PM

When a crossing guard is present at Mineral Point Rd and Midvale, NO TURN ON RED!!! Keep our crossing guards, and those in their care, safe!!! [read more]

August 12, 2019 12:22 PM

Madison Police will participate in 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' Campaign August 16 through Labor Day To help save lives and prevent needless tragedies, Madison Police is joining law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin during the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign from Friday, … [read more]

July 31, 2019 12:06 PM

The Madison Police Department, in partnership with the Dane County Sheriff's Office, will be providing extra patrols that specifically enforce alcohol, speed, and seatbelt laws throughout the month of August. These additional enforcement efforts are made possible through traffic overtime grants … [read more]

June 28, 2019 10:44 PM

On April 18, 2019, we posted information on our blog regarding the marked crosswalk on South Midvale Boulevard near Yuma Drive, where the Southwest Path crosses. This location is a mid-block crossing with marked crosswalks and Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons (RRFB). The blog focused specifically … [read more]

June 26, 2019 3:24 PM

The Madison Police Department, in partnership with the Dane County Sheriff's Office, will be providing extra patrols that specifically enforce alcohol, speed, and seatbelt laws throughout the month of July. These additional enforcement efforts are made possible through traffic overtime grants … [read more]

June 13, 2019 11:10 AM

The Madison Police Department, in partnership with the Dane County Sheriff's Office, will be providing extra patrols that specifically enforce alcohol, speed, and seatbelt laws throughout the month of June. These additional enforcement efforts are made possible through traffic overtime grants … [read more]

May 16, 2019 12:47 PM

During Click It or Ticket May 20 – June 2, our law enforcement officers will be keeping a sharp eye out for unbuckled motorists. The goal is public safety by encouraging voluntary compliance with traffic laws. Please, buckle up, watch your speed, be alert and arrive alive! #ClickItOrTicket … [read more]

May 2, 2019 4:33 PM

The Madison Police Department, in partnership with the Dane County Sheriff's Office, will be providing extra patrols that specifically enforce alcohol and seatbelt laws throughout the month of May. These additional enforcement efforts are made possible through traffic overtime grants provided by … [read more]

April 18, 2019 2:24 PM

Many questions have come up regarding the bike/crosswalk with overhead lights on Midvale Blvd near Yuma. Who has to stop? What about the small stop sign on the bike path? What does “a person riding a bike in a manner which is consistent with the safe use of the crosswalk by … [read more]

April 15, 2019 11:21 AM

The Madison Police Department, in partnership with the Dane County Sheriff's Office, will be providing extra patrols that specifically enforce alcohol and seatbelt laws throughout the month of April. These additional enforcement efforts are made possible through traffic overtime grants provided … [read more]

March 19, 2019 10:05 AM

The Madison Police Department, in partnership with the Dane County Sheriff’s Office, will be providing extra patrols that specifically enforce alcohol and seatbelt laws throughout the month of March. These additional enforcement efforts are made possible through traffic overtime grants provided … [read more]

January 16, 2019 7:10 PM

Thank you to the MPD Traffic Enforcement Safety Team for spending time today on S. Junction Rd, South of Mineral Point Road. This area, formerly Hwy M, has a posted speed limit of 35 mph. 17 cars were stopped for speeding during the two hour initiative with speeds ranging from 48 to 54 miles … [read more]

January 15, 2019 3:42 PM

Today the TEST unit worked the Beltline at the Midtown and West district borders. Over the course of 3 hours, the TEST team made 34 stops, a rate of one every five minutes! The Beltline is a 55 mph roadway although more like the Indianapolis Speedway today. The average speed was 76 mph with … [read more]

January 3, 2019 12:26 PM

Yesterday our Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (TEST) spent about 3 hours in the 200 blk of S Whitney Wy near Marathon. While actively snowing with a 1/2" of accumulation on the roadway, TEST made 25 stops for speeding. The area is posted for 30 MPH. The highest speeder was traveling at 48 MPH … [read more]

December 11, 2018 11:09 AM

Carjacking Safety Tips: How to Avoid Becoming a Victim A carjacking is one of the scariest things that can ever happen to a driver. It’s a violent crime that involves stealing a car by force, often at gunpoint or knifepoint. According to the National Crime Victimization Survey, an average of … [read more]

April 23, 2018 11:32 AM

What: DDATS is an acronym for Data Driven Approaches to Traffic Safety. #DDATS is derived from a nationwide law enforcement strategy aimed at reducing traffic accidents through high visibility policing and citizen contact. Unlike DDACTS, MPD's method has been customized not to include crime … [read more]

July 11, 2017 11:08 AM

Looking for a job where you can help members of your community stay safe? Consider applying to become an adult school crossing guard for the 2017-18 school year today! There are currently seven openings on the west side of Madison for the fall. This is a great opportunity for hard-working … [read more]

May 22, 2017 9:21 AM

City of Madison Police Department Central District Presents: “A Walk on the Wild Side” Safety Tips for Downtown Madison vehicles and pedestrians As we all look forward to warmer weather, outdoor activities, and the multiple markets, fairs, as well as festivals that make downtown … [read more]

March 9, 2017 4:59 PM

Yesterday, Officer Andy Slawek was on routine patrol on the west side of Madison. As he was driving along, the wind blew down a tree limb that smashed the windshield of the squad he was driving, luckily, he was not injured. [read more]

January 17, 2017 11:30 AM

This week, January 16 through 20, has been declared "Adult School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week" by the state of Wisconsin! Now is a wonderful time to say thank you to those who devote a couple hours every day to keep our children safe. We all seem to know one or many of them and you may have … [read more]

September 15, 2016 10:50 AM

This afternoon, members of MPD's TEST Unit, along with the Wisconsin Dept of Transportation, the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Railroads, the Federal Railroad Administration, Wisconsin State Patrol, and several major railroad companies, will be joining with Operation Lifesaver's … [read more]

August 31, 2016 8:13 AM

Madison Public Schools open soon for the 2016-17 school year. To help insure the safety of students walking to school or getting dropped off near schools, we would like to remind drivers to be particularly alert to crossings staffed by Adult School Crossing Guards. As a driver, if you are … [read more]

May 24, 2016 7:49 AM

This week, the Madison Police Department is partnering with Safe Communities Madison-Dane County in promoting the annual Slow Down yard sign campaign. The faster a vehicle is travelling, it is more likely that a crash will occur and injuries will be more severe. Children are especially vulnerable … [read more]

November 23, 2015 9:03 AM

The Madison Police Department believes in educating and enforcing all pedestrian and motor vehicle laws in our city and relies on voluntary compliance from all users of our roadways. The Madison Police Department has a traffic unit dedicated to our mission. The Traffic Enforcement Safety Team's … [read more]

June 3, 2015 1:37 PM

Today, the Traffic Enforcement Safety Team undertook several projects around the city. This morning, officers were at S Carroll St and W Doty St doing crosswalk violation inforcement as part of a pedestrian safety grant. 13 citations were issued. Later in the morning, officers went to the … [read more]

December 17, 2014 3:45 PM

Last Friday, MPD participated in a statewide traffic enforcement effort called “Booze & Belts” in an attempt to reduce impaired driving crashes and injuries to people who elect to not wear their seat belt. Booze & Belts focuses on high-visibility enforcement of all traffic violations, but … [read more]

December 4, 2014 9:54 AM

Most of us learned about the “right-of-way” while in Driver’s Education, but it was commonly in reference to stop signs and traffic lights. A lesson that may not have stuck with you is the rules of right-of-way when it comes to different and less frequent circumstances. It is important to know … [read more]

November 14, 2014 11:20 AM

We have all seen that vehicle racing down the road that just makes us shake our heads at how fast they are going, knowing that it is extremely unsafe. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA), an average of 1,000 Americans are involved in fatal car accidents … [read more]

September 12, 2014 11:26 AM

With anywhere from 40,000 to over 60,000 cars driving on East Washington Avenue on a daily basis, it is no surprise that this stretch of road sees one of the highest rates of crashes in the East District. Another major thoroughfare for car accidents is Stoughton Road (Highway 51). We find … [read more]

January 6, 2014 10:28 AM

The Madison Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (T.E.S.T.), in addition to other enforcement efforts, will be specifically addressing traffic violations this week in the following areas:    ? Tuesday, January 7, 2014 South District– 600 John Nolen Drive (35 MPH Zone) (Speed … [read more]

November 11, 2013 2:36 PM

The City of Madison Police Department Crossing Guard program has seen a 25% increase in the number of tickets written so far this school year over the same time period last year. These $88.80 tickets are issued to owners of vehicles observed to have not stopped, remain stopped, or stopped … [read more]

August 26, 2013 9:44 AM

On Tuesday, August 20, Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (TEST) officers participated in red signal enforcement at the corner of University Av and N Brooks St. Officers were out to monitor correct and safe stops at the red traffic signal at that intersection. The team had 30 stops: three were … [read more]

August 2, 2013 11:54 AM

The Madison Police Department would like to remind motorists that August 4 – August 10, 2013 is National Stop on Red Week.  National Stop on Red Week takes place the first week of August each year and is dedicated to educating Americans about the dangers of red-light running through education … [read more]

August 1, 2013 9:19 AM

Roundabouts are becoming a common aspect of traffic design.  Two of the newer roundabouts in the West District (Mineral Point Road & Pleasant View Road and County Highway M & Valley View Road) have seen a fair number of accidents since they opened. Fortunately, most of these accidents have … [read more]

July 15, 2013 3:19 PM

Traffic complaints continue to be one of the top concerns of residents living in the West District.  With seemingly more traffic volume every week, the complaints we receive from citizens continue to increase.  So what can you do when you notice traffic violations in your neighborhood or in … [read more]

June 17, 2013 1:49 PM

The Madison Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (T.E.S.T.), in addition to other enforcement efforts, will be specifically addressing traffic violations this week in the following areas:    Tuesday, June 18, 2013 Central District– 1400 E. Johnson St. (Speed Enforcement … [read more]

June 14, 2013 9:51 AM

We know that traffic is a huge issue no matter where you live. Unfortunately, we cannot possibly assign a police officer to do speed enforcement in all of the areas that might benefit from such attention! With that in mind, we are able to offer the presence of our trailer mounted speed … [read more]

June 10, 2013 10:14 AM

The Madison Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (T.E.S.T.), in addition to other enforcement efforts, will be specifically addressing traffic violations this week in the following areas:    Tuesday, June 11, 2013 South District– 700 Block W. Washington Av.  (30 MPH Zone) … [read more]

June 5, 2013 8:41 AM

The Central District Station has a limited number of the Safe Communities - Slow Down Yard Signs available for citizens to pick up and place in their yards.  Signs can be picked up at the address below. Central District City County Building GR 22 211 S. Carroll … [read more]

May 28, 2013 3:37 PM

Over the long Memorial Day holiday weekend, members of the Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (TEST) participated in extra patrol operations in an effort to identify intoxicated drivers, address speed violations, and correct safety belt issues. On Friday, May 24th, the TEST team patrolled in … [read more]

May 17, 2013 8:07 AM

Thursday May 16, 2013: TEST conducted a Pedestrian Safety Initiative at the intersection of Williamson St and S. Dickenson St. between 0800 and 1145. This intersection has been the subject of complaints from area residents and business owners due to a lack of motorist compliance yielding … [read more]

May 13, 2013 1:25 PM

The Madison Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (T.E.S.T.), in addition to other enforcement efforts, will be specifically addressing traffic violations this week in the following areas:    Tuesday, May 14, 2013 South District–  3700 Speedway Road.  (30 MPH Zone) (Speed … [read more]

May 13, 2013 8:47 AM

On Thursday May 2, at the height of prom season, Madison Police Department participated in a traffic crash demonstration at Lafollette High School to show students the possible tragic consequences of intoxicated driving. Lafollette High Educational Resource Officer Ken Mosley and members of … [read more]

May 7, 2013 2:21 PM

This morning, officers from the MPD's Traffic Enforcement & Safety Team (TEST) conducted a pedestrian "duck" operation in the Monroe Street corridor., The Dudgeon Monroe and Vilas Neighborhood Associations continue to report to MPD their concerns with pedestrians being able safely crossly … [read more]

May 3, 2013 1:15 PM

When:  May 11, 9am - 12pm (This event will be held rain or shine. The building will be used if it rains. Bathrooms indoors available to all.) Where: 1702 S. Park St (the old Thorstad's lot at Wingra Creek and S. Park St) Stop by this free clinic to see if your car seat is installed … [read more]

April 22, 2013 5:30 PM

Today, members of the Traffic Enforcement Safety Team conducted a seatbelt compliance check of motorists in the 700 block of W.Washington Av. The project resulted in 44 motorists being stopped for failure to wear a seatbelt and 4 motorists being stopped for illegal window … [read more]

April 22, 2013 8:07 AM

The Madison Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (T.E.S.T.), in addition to other enforcement efforts, will be specifically addressing traffic violations this week in the following areas: ? Tuesday, April 23, 2013 ? North District– 900 Packers Av. (35 MPH Zone) (Speed … [read more]

April 5, 2013 3:57 PM

The Madison Police Department's Mounted Patrol Unit is "back in the saddle" as of April 1st. You will see the unit doing neighborhood, bike path and parks patrol city-wide. Today, motorists took a double take as Officer Mulry and his partner "Bubba" monitored traffic in the Monroe Street area … [read more]

March 20, 2013 11:30 AM

Over St Patrick's Day weekend, the Traffic Enforcement Safety Team provided additional patrol in an effort to identify impaired drivers, as well as to address speed violations and safety belt use issues. Historically, we do see an increase in impaired driving and alcohol-related crashes over … [read more]

January 29, 2013 2:44 PM

The Madison Police Department's Traffic Enforcement Safety Team (T.E.S.T.), in addition to other enforcement efforts, will be specifically addressing traffic violations this week in the following areas: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 South District- 1800 Fish Hatchery Rd (30 MPH Zone) (Speed … [read more]

October 1, 2012 8:36 AM

1. Don’t text and drive – it can kill you or someone else. Don’t text and walk – you can get hurt badly. Pay attention to the world and the people around you – you mobile devices can intrude on personal relationships. 2. Never send nude or suggestive pictures of yourself or talk or text … [read more]