Police Blotter

August 25, 2024 12:26 PM

The Latino Youth Academy (LYA), sponsored by the Madison Police Department Community Outreach Unit in partnership with Amigos En Azul, Fitchburg Police Department, UW-Police, the Madison Community Policing Foundation, and other partners, concluded this year with remarkable success. LYA brought … [read more]

August 5, 2024 11:13 AM

Greetings! We hope to see you out during National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6th from 4-7PM. Communities throught the city will be hosting events in partnership with the Madison Police Department. Come out and meet officers from our specialized teams (K-9; Mounted; Drone; SWAT; and … [read more]

November 15, 2017 7:27 PM

MPD is following in the footsteps of the Savannah-Chatham Police Department, among others nationwide, which just started a social media campaign called #NighlyLockup to remind people of the importance of LOCKING THEIR DOORS, specifically their car doors. The City of Madison has … [read more]

November 1, 2017 1:08 PM

Thanks to Officers Wipperfurth and Ward who were out on patrol last night in the Raymond Road area helping kids feel safe! [read more]

October 2, 2017 8:51 AM

“National Coffee with a Cop Day” Open House You’re invited to a special open house on Wednesday, October 4th to celebrate National Coffee with a Cop Day! Stop in at Steep N Brew West (6656 Odana Road – Market Square Shopping Center) from 3:30 to 4:30pm to enjoy free coffee and treats and meet … [read more]

August 24, 2017 12:59 PM

Several of us from MPD were fortunate to take part in the first annual (I hope) Back to School Picnic that was organized by Officer Theresa Magyera and Jenifer Vondrak from the West Middleton Elementary School. As I mentioned in previous blogs, there are about 140 kids who live in The … [read more]

June 11, 2017 7:01 AM

Every year, Special Olympics WI holds the WI State Games in Stevens Point, WI. Athletes from around the state compete in a variety of events similar to the Olympics. Several of our officers assist in the softball throw event which is sponsored by the WI Professional Police Association, which we … [read more]

March 8, 2017 12:11 PM

As I am sure many of you know, the City Council voted last year to bring in a group to study the Madison Police Department. That group, OIR is taking public input now. We look forward to studying the results of the study. It is crucial that you give feedback as to how we are doing. We … [read more]

March 3, 2017 9:51 AM

Yesterday was the National Read Across America Day which celebrates reading. A number of our officers took part in different schools around the city. Here are a few pictures with Off. Luedtke, Off. Magyera and Asst. Chief Williams. The reports from these officers and Asst. Chief, were very … [read more]

September 27, 2015 8:33 PM

Every year, many persons in our Madison community become a victim of a violent crime. Yet often times, many victims simply are not aware of the many resourses which exist in the community to support them at this critical time in their lives. On Tuesday evening, September 29th, the MPD … [read more]

September 9, 2015 10:18 AM

Early Tuesday morning, 09/08/15 @ 3:06 a.m., MPD officers responded to 3200 block of Waunona Way (lake side) for a burglary which was possibly in progress. The owner of the home was monitoring his home while away via an internal security camera and called 911 to report someone in the home and … [read more]

June 17, 2015 12:47 PM

This Saturday, June 20th, local community leaders from "Kujichagulia" and the Madison Center for Self Determination have once again organized a "Juneteenth Day" celebration. There is actually a number of different events taking place around Juneteenth Day, but two of the main features of this … [read more]

June 10, 2015 12:11 PM

One of the great things about policing Madison's South Police District is the abundance of green space and open water we are able to take in everyday as we protect and serve. On Saturday, June 27th, the Union Sportsmen's Alliance will be hosting a "Take Kids Fishing Day" at Vilas Park on the … [read more]

March 18, 2015 11:06 AM

This Saturday, March 21st, 15 Madison police officers will be heading to the West High School basketball court to test their skill set against some of the best "ballers" from the Memorial, West and LaFollette varsity basketball teams. Tip off is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Cap Times reporter Steve … [read more]

February 26, 2015 9:08 AM

In collaboration with Pastor Alex Gee's Nehemiah organization, Chief Koval has put out a call for a cast of MPD officers to assemble and begin preparing for the inaugural "Play it Forward" all-star basketball game. This "epic battle" will pit aging MPD basketball "all stars" against some of … [read more]

February 16, 2015 3:03 PM

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December 22, 2014 10:58 AM

  This morning South District officers have been responding to numerous "Theft from Auto" complaints in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood.   So far this month, we have recieved over 30 "Theft from Auto" complaints, and 50 since November 1st (full listing below). Please be on the look out for … [read more]

October 24, 2014 3:11 PM

The Madison Professional Police Officers’ Association hosted its inaugural Hot on the Trail 5K and Kids Donut Dash this past Saturday, October 18. Playing on the stereotype of “cops and donuts” – and with the help of East District Officer Emily Samson – the Association set up this event … [read more]

June 11, 2013 3:21 PM

With the increased reliance we all have on technology to keep us connected to our friends, conduct business, and obtain news and information, it is important for us to remember not to invite criminal activity into our homes through our electronic devices. In order to help people understand … [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]

March 6, 2013 12:58 PM

Just like adults, teens use Facebook to connect with friends—through chat, personal messages and sharing photos, videos, and other kinds of information. They use Facebook to announce achievements, wish each other a happy birthday and plan social events - like going to a movie or a friend’s … [read more]