On September 8th, 2024, at approximately 6:09 PM, the Sheboygan Police Department responded to a report from a citizen of a man appearing to wave a gun around in the 1500 block of N 13th Street. When officers arrived, they approached a 23-year-old Sheboygan man who fit the description given by the caller.
While officers were attempting to determine who the man was, the suspect suddenly lunged at one of the officers, assaulting the officer and taking the officer’s handgun from the officer’s duty belt. A second officer fired at the suspect with his duty weapon striking the suspect. The suspect was taken into custody at the scene and provided medical aid by officers and Sheboygan Fire Department paramedics who responded following the incident.
The suspect was taken to a local hospital and was stabilized. He has since been taken by flight for life to a Green Bay-area hospital for treatment and is expected to undergo surgery. The officer who was assaulted received minor injuries as a result of the suspect’s actions. No other injuries were reported.
The incident has been turned over to the West Bend Police Department for investigation, and there is no ongoing risk to the public. We appreciate the community’s patience while investigative work continues at the scene.
