Green Bay Woman Arrested After High-Speed Chases in Fond du Lac County

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A 28-year-old Green Bay woman is in custody after leading police on two high-speed chases in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, reaching speeds of up to 130 mph, driving through a farm field, and resisting arrest. The woman was eventually apprehended after a 13-mile pursuit that involved multiple law enforcement agencies and resulted in damage to three squad cars.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of high-speed police chases and the risks they pose to public safety. It also raises questions about the suspect's motivations and mental state, as well as the effectiveness of law enforcement tactics in safely apprehending fleeing suspects.

The details

According to the Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office, deputies were notified around 2:20 a.m. on Wednesday of a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed in Winnebago County that had exited onto State Highway 26. Deputies located the vehicle and clocked it at 130 mph in a 55 mph zone, initiating a pursuit. The driver ignored attempts to pull her over and continued speeding, reaching 100 mph in the village of Rosendale. Deputies were able to deploy tire deflation devices, but the driver continued to flee, eventually entering a farm field. A moving roadblock technique was used to bring the vehicle to a stop, but the driver remained non-compliant and resisted arrest, even after a stun gun was deployed.

• The incident occurred early Wednesday morning around 2:20 a.m.
• The high-speed chase lasted approximately 13 miles

What’s next

The suspect is currently in custody and will likely face charges related to the high-speed chases and resisting arrest. The Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office may also review its pursuit policies and tactics to determine if any improvements can be made to enhance public safety during such incidents.