Crime & Safety
Man Charged After Swearing At Cop
Suspect told officer he was in the wrong while arguing with his girlfriend, but ended up getting arrested anyway.
A 19-year-old Cedar Grove man is facing charges after he refused to listen to a Port Washington police officer while fighting with his ex-girlfriend.
Ty D. Wendorf was charged in Ozaukee County Circuit Court on Feb. 6 with one count of disorderly conduct. If convicted he faces up to 90 days in prison and $1,000 in fines.
According to the criminal complaint:
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On Feb. 4, Wendorf was fighting with his ex-girlfriend in front of her residence in the 200 block of East Pier Street when officers were called to the scene. He admitted he was in the wrong and suffers from bipolar mania.
The officer was trying to calm the situation down and was planning to let Wendorf walk away from the scene, but he continued to try to talk to his ex. When the officer tried to stop him again, Wendorf swore at the officer and was then arrested.
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He’s currently free from jail on a $250 signature bond while awaiting trial.
