May 10, 2025 – Ozaukee Co., WI – Update – Dangerous Weapons Discharge Incident in Village of Fredonia.
On Saturday, May 10, 2025, at approximately 12:30 pm, a combined law enforcement effort concluded peacefully in the Fox Glen neighborhood after nearly 38 hours of an intensive tactical response. The incident began on Thursday, May 8, when multiple gunshots were heard coming from a residence. The suspect barricaded himself inside the residence, armed with multiple firearms, and made repeated threats kill to law enforcement officers.
The Ozaukee County Special Response Team (SRT), with support from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team, Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team, and 2 members of the Franklin Police Department’s SWAT Team engaged the suspect for an extended period of time. Despite repeated commands to surrender, the suspect remained non-compliant and continued to display hostile behavior. Tactical measures were deployed to de-escalate the situation; however, the suspect remained armed and refused to exit the residence peacefully.
On Saturday, May 10, at approximately 10:50 a.m. the suspect ultimately surrendered peacefully after being affected by non-lethal tactical resources that impaired his ability to resist.
The suspect was taken into custody and transported to a local hospital for minor injuries and a mental health evaluation. Criminal charges are pending.
All roads in the Fox Glen neighborhood have now been reopened and residents may now safely return to their homes.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the residents of Fox Glen for their patience and understanding during this challenging period.
We recognize the inconvenience caused by the inability to access your homes and the surrounding areas. Please know these measures were implemented with your safety as our top priority.
The situation involved a suspect who was actively shooting fully automatic rifles from his residence and made numerous threatening statements for nearly 38 hours, including threats to harm law enforcement officers. The suspect was heavily armed and barricaded within his residence, which further complicated the response efforts. Throughout the incident, law enforcement exercised extreme caution and strategic planning to ensure a peaceful resolution.
We understand that the duration of the incident raised questions. However, the decision to proceed with a measured approach was made to safeguard all individuals involved, including community members, law enforcement, and the suspect. Rushing into the situation could have resulted in unintended consequences.
The successful conclusion of this incident was made possible through the collaborative efforts of our law enforcement and fire department partners. Their professionalism and dedication were instrumental in ensuring the safety of our community. Thank you to the following departments:
• Washington County Sheriff’s Office SWAT
• Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office SWAT, EOD and Drone Team
• Franklin Police Department’s SWAT members
• Saukville Police Department
• Port Washington Police Department
• Wisconsin State Patrol
• Fredonia Marshals
• Fredonia Fire Department
• Port Washington Fire Department
• Ozaukee Central Fire Department
• Belgium Fire Department
• Waubeka Fire Department
• Ozaukee County Emergency Management
• Ozaukee County Drone Team
It was a humbling experience to witness our community come together in support of the dedicated men and women who worked tirelessly to bring this incident to a successful resolution. To the many individuals who dropped off refreshments—thank you for your kindness and generosity. A heartfelt thank you to the Fredonia Fire Department for your exceptional care and support as you opened up your home to us. We are also deeply grateful to Casey’s of Fredonia, Miriam’s Bakery, Kwik Trip Saukville, The Pasta Shoppe, and the generous community members for providing meals during this time. Your contributions are a powerful reminder of the strength and compassion that define our community here in Ozaukee County.
May 10, 2025 – Fredonia, WI – Following the arrest of the suspect in the standoff in Ozaukee County the Village President Peter Lenz sent a note of thanks to the community and law enforcement.
Good afternoon, Fredonia,
As you are no doubt aware, the difficult events of the past two days have come to a resolution—thankfully, without loss of life or injury to law enforcement or members of our community.
On behalf of the Village of Fredonia, I want to extend our sincere gratitude to the first responders—both law enforcement and emergency medical personnel—who worked tirelessly to bring this situation to a peaceful conclusion.
Their professionalism, dedication, and compassion for both the affected individual and the surrounding neighborhood are deeply appreciated.
We also extend heartfelt thanks to the residents of the Fox Glen neighborhood.
Your patience and cooperation allowed law enforcement to carry out their duties safely and effectively, even in the face of understandable frustration and inconvenience.
Finally, thank you to all members of our community who offered support—whether to neighbors or to the first responders—during this challenging time.
Your willingness to step up and stand together exemplifies the spirit that makes Fredonia such a special place to live. It is in these moments that we are reminded of the strength and kindness that define our village.
Sincerely,
Peter Lenz
May 10, 2025 – Ozaukee Co., WI –
**UPDATE: May 10, 2025 1130am Village of Fredonia**
The suspect has been taken into custody. There is no longer a threat to the public.
The scene is still an active investigation with local road closures. Residents only are allowed back into the area.
Thank you to the Village of Fredonia for your support during this incident.
A news release will be forthcoming.
May 10, 2025 – Ozaukee Co., WI – An update from Ozaukee County Sheriff’s as the standoff moves into Saturday in Fredonia, WI.
May 9, 2025 – Ozaukee Co., WI – A tactical situation is occurring on Fox Glen Road in the Village of Fredonia. All residents on Fox Glen Road are asked to remain in your basements until the threat has been controlled.
******UPDATE: May 9, 2025 9:15am*****
Circumstances have not changed. The subject remains in his residence, refusing to cooperate with law enforcement orders.
Washington County SWAT is temporarily relieving Ozaukee County SRT due to the lengthy duration of the incident. Milwaukee County SWAT will also be assisting as the situation continues.
Residents have been leaving the area and we appreciate your cooperation as this active situation continues.
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Those who live on Edmaro may leave going south on Edmaro but use extreme caution when driving out.
****UPDATE:,May 9, 2025 5:57am****
St. John’s church and daycare are closed today due to the proximity of this incident.
Sheriff’s Office staff will be calling all residents on Fox Glen Road, Pheasant Lane and Partridge Lane providing them with 2 options this morning:
1. Stay in your home and not go outside
Or
2. Officers will escort you/ your family out of the area. Direction of travel will be north to Martin Ave.
The situation remains volatile as the subject refuses to cooperate.
****UPDATE: May 9, 2025 5:20am*****
Electrical power has been restored to the Fox Glen neighborhood. All other circumstances remain the same.
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A tactical situation is occurring on Fox Glen Road in the Village of Fredonia. All residents on Fox Glen Road are asked to remain in your basements until the threat has been controlled.
Fox Glen, Pheasant Lane and Partridge Lane all have been closed until further notice. Electrical power has been turned off in this neighborhood.
The subject remains in his residence, however, he is considered extremely dangerous as he’s heavily armed with firearms.
Ongoing attempts are being made to de-escalate the situation. Updates to the incident will be made here so the residents in this area can be informed of the situation.
Fox Glen, Pheasant Lane and Partridge Lane all have been closed until further notice. Electrical power has been turned off in this neighborhood.
The subject remains in his residence, however, he is considered extremely dangerous as he’s heavily armed with firearms.
Ongoing attempts are being made to de-escalate the situation. Updates to the incident will be made here so the residents in this area can be informed of the situation.