August 9, 2026 – Washington Co., Wi – On August 8, 2026, at approximately 10:58 p.m., a Washington County Sheriff’s Deputy was monitoring traffic on Interstate 41 north of Highway 167 when a northbound Chevrolet Tahoe was observed traveling 88 mph in a posted 70 mph zone.
The deputy initiated a traffic stop on I-41 near Western Avenue. As the deputy was initiating the traffic stop, the deputy observed a small baggie being thrown from the driver’s side of the vehicle. The multicolored pressed tablets were recovered and field-tested positive for methamphetamine.
With assistance from the Grafton Police Department and its K9 unit, a free-air sniff was conducted around the vehicle, resulting in a positive alert. The search of the vehicle only resulted in locating open intoxicants.
The driver, a 44-year-old Racine man, was taken into custody for possession of methamphetamine. He has a previous conviction for possession with intent of distributing cocaine and is also on federal probation.
He was also cited for:
• Speeding on freeway, 16–19 mph over the limit
• Operating after suspension/revocation of registration
• Possession of open intoxicants in a motor vehicle
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office thanks the Grafton Police Department for its assistance.
This incident is another reminder of the importance of traffic enforcement. Sheriff Martin Schulteis said, “Proactive patrol is one of the most effective tools we have to keep Washington County safe. What may begin as a speeding violation or other traffic stop can uncover impaired driving, illegal drugs, wanted individuals, or other criminal activity. Our deputies are not just enforcing traffic laws — they are preventing harm, protecting families on our roadways, and removing dangerous substances before they can impact our communities.”
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
