Town of Delavan Police Department

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Don't forget to stop out Tuesday Aug. 4th from 4:30 - 8:30 at the Walworth County Fair Grounds!We can't wait to see you!
07/31/2026

Don't forget to stop out Tuesday Aug. 4th from 4:30 - 8:30 at the Walworth County Fair Grounds!

We can't wait to see you!

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – ROAD CLOSURE 🚧The Town of Delavan Police Department advises motorists that Mound Road is closed betwee...
07/29/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – ROAD CLOSURE 🚧

The Town of Delavan Police Department advises motorists that Mound Road is closed between County Road F and Hobbs Drive due to ongoing work in the area.

Please follow all posted detour signage and use the following alternate routes:

➡️ Eastbound Mound Road Traffic:

South on Hobbs Drive
East on Wright Street
East on Hwy 50
North back to County Road F

⬅️ Westbound Mound Road Traffic:

Continue north to Hwy 11
Travel west to your destination

🏠 Resident/Business Access: Local resident/business traffic will be permitted to enter via Hobbs Drive only.

The project is expected to continue over the next several weeks. Please plan for additional travel time, obey all traffic control devices, and use caution when traveling through the area. We appreciate your patience and cooperation while this work is completed.

As our community continues recovering from recent storms, many residents are working to clean up fallen trees, branches,...
07/29/2026

As our community continues recovering from recent storms, many residents are working to clean up fallen trees, branches, and other debris. The Town of Delavan Police Department would like to take this opportunity to share information about Town of Delavan Ordinance No. 9.11 – Burning Regulated.

The purpose of this ordinance is to reduce fire hazards, protect property, and promote the health, safety, and welfare of our community. While certain types of outdoor burning are permitted under specific conditions, the ordinance also establishes important restrictions on what may be burned, where burning may occur, and the safety requirements that must be followed.

With the current dry conditions, we encourage all residents to review the ordinance before conducting any outdoor burning and to consider alternative methods of storm debris disposal, such as chipping, mulching, brush collection, or utilizing a licensed tree service when appropriate.

The full ordinance can be reviewed below. 9.11

https://cdn.townweb.com/townofdelavan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Chapter-9-Public-Peace-and-Good-Order.pdf

A big thanks to all who joined us for lunch! 🍔😋Skip the cooking and join us for dinner! The next crew will be there to ...
07/28/2026

A big thanks to all who joined us for lunch! 🍔😋Skip the cooking and join us for dinner! The next crew will be there to greet you starting at 5pm!

City of Delavan Police Department

PRESS RELEASECase #26-005961Type: Fatal CrashDate: July 28, 2026Released by: Chief Stefanie Adams Town of Delavan Polic...
07/28/2026

PRESS RELEASE
Case #26-005961
Type: Fatal Crash
Date: July 28, 2026
Released by: Chief Stefanie Adams
Town of Delavan Police Department

On July 27, 2026, at approximately 6:20 p.m., the Town of Delavan Police Department was dispatched to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 43 southbound near Mound Road in the Town of Delavan, Walworth County.

A preliminary investigation indicates that a 2019 Ford Fusion and a 2010 Dodge Caravan were both traveling southbound on Interstate 43 when the vehicles collided. As a result of the collision, the Dodge Caravan left the roadway and came to rest at the bottom of the embankment near Mound Road.

The driver of the 2010 Dodge Caravan, a resident of San Antonio, Texas, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the 2019 Ford Fusion, a resident of Delavan, Wisconsin, and a passenger, a resident of Elkhorn, Wisconsin, were treated at the scene for minor injuries.

The Wisconsin State Patrol was requested to conduct a full crash reconstruction to assist with the investigation.

This crash remains an active investigation. No additional information will be released at this time.

The Town of Delavan Police Department extends its sincere appreciation to all of our public safety partners who responded and assisted during this incident, including the City of Delavan Police Department, City of Delavan Fire Department, Town of Delavan Fire Department, City of Elkhorn Police Department, Walworth County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin State Patrol, Walworth County Medical Examiner's Office, American Truck Center, and Purcell's Towing.

Their professionalism and cooperation were invaluable in safely managing the scene and supporting the ongoing investigation.
The Town of Delavan Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased and keeps all those involved in this tragic incident in our thoughts.

07/28/2026

Traffic Advisory – Interstate 43 Southbound Closure

The Town of Delavan Police Department advises motorists that Interstate 43 southbound is currently closed between Highway 67 and Highway 50 due to an active crash investigation.

Law enforcement is redirecting southbound traffic off of Interstate 43 onto Hwy 67. Detour south on Hwy 67 to westbound Hwy 50.

The closure is expected to remain in effect for several hours while law enforcement personnel conduct the investigation.

Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area, seek alternate routes, and anticipate travel delays. Please use caution when traveling and follow the directions of law enforcement officers and traffic control personnel.

The Town of Delavan Police Department appreciates the public's patience and cooperation as we work to safely complete this investigation.

07/10/2026

📢Disaster Relief Teams in the Area Tomorrow📢

Town officials met with representatives from the Disaster Response Team (DRT) today and confirmed that disaster relief operations will begin in the Town of Delavan tomorrow.

Authorized personnel from the Disaster Response Team (DRT), Team Rubicon, the American Red Cross, and other partner organizations will be conducting damage assessments of homes in the affected areas.

If DRT volunteers come to your residence or business to provide assistance, they will be clearly identifiable by official credentials and a colored wristband. Representatives from all participating organizations will also carry organization-issued identification.

For your safety, please do not engage with individuals offering assistance who cannot provide proper identification. We also encourage residents to use caution when making donations and to verify that any organization requesting financial support is a legitimate disaster relief organization.

Thank you for your continued patience and cooperation as our community recovers.

07/08/2026

📢Disaster Relief Assistance Update📢

The Town of Delavan would like to inform residents that additional disaster relief resources are available to assist our community following the recent severe storms.

Over the next several days, teams from the American Red Cross, Team Rubicon, and the Disaster Response Team will be conducting door-to-door assessments in the areas most impacted by the storm.

These teams will be evaluating structural damage, identifying homes still affected by power outages, and determining whether residents have immediate needs, including temporary housing assistance. They will also help connect residents with available disaster relief resources and recovery services based on their individual needs.

For your safety, all personnel will be wearing organization-issued identification or credentials identifying the organization they represent.

We are grateful for the support these organizations have brought to our community and appreciate their commitment to helping our residents through the recovery process.

As a reminder if your property sustained storm damage or you experienced a loss, please report it by dialing 2-1-1. Reporting damage helps local and state officials better understand the overall impact of the storm and supports ongoing recovery efforts.

If you are in need of disaster relief services or assistance, please contact the Disaster Response Team at (262) 308-1105.

The Town of Delavan will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available.

Date: July 6th, 2026Community Wide Notification/Placement of S*x OffenderRelease by Chief Stefanie AdamsWisconsin Chapte...
07/08/2026

Date: July 6th, 2026

Community Wide Notification/Placement of S*x Offender

Release by Chief Stefanie Adams

Wisconsin Chapter 980 Supervised Release

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has notified the Town of Delavan Police Department that a violent s*x offender will be placed on supervised release pursuant to a court order under Wisconsin Chapter 980, the S*xually Violent Persons Law.

Scott R. Schmidt will be released on July 9, 2026, and will reside at:

6436 Mound Road
Town of Delavan
Walworth County, Wisconsin

Schmidt has been placed on supervised release by order of the court under the direction of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services partners with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) for the control, care, supervision, and treatment of individuals on supervised release in accordance with the court-approved release plan.
Individuals committed under Chapter 980 can petition their committing court for release every twelve (12) months. If the court determines an individual has progressed to the point where they are no longer more likely than not to commit acts of s*xual violence, the court orders either community living on supervised release or discharge with no supervision from their commitment.
The decision to grant supervised release is made by the committing court after considering evidence presented by qualified professionals and determining that the statutory requirements under Wisconsin Chapter 980 have been met. The Town of Delavan Police Department does not determine the placement of individuals on supervised release but is committed to protecting the community through proactive monitoring, public awareness, and collaboration with its state partners.

The Town of Delavan Police Department is responsible for conducting the community-wide notification required under Wisconsin Chapter 980.
Convictions

Scott R. Schmidt's convictions include:
Four (4) counts of First-Degree S*xual Assault
False Imprisonment
Burglary
Intimidation of a Witness

In Schmidt's case, the adult female victim was unknown to him.
Upon release, Schmidt is required to register on the Wisconsin S*x Offender Registry for life, will be subject to lifetime GPS monitoring, and, whenever he is away from his approved residence, must be accompanied by an approved monitor in accordance with the conditions of his supervised release.
In addition to the supervision provided by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections, the Town of Delavan Police Department will conduct periodic compliance and residence visits as part of its S*x Offender Monitoring Program. These additional contacts are intended to enhance public safety, reinforce compliance with court-ordered conditions, and provide an increased law enforcement presence to help ensure adherence to the restrictions imposed as part of Schmidt's supervised release. The Town of Delavan Police Department is committed to working collaboratively with the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services to promote compliance and maintain the safety of our community.
The purpose of this notification is to promote public awareness and community safety by informing residents when an offender qualifying for community notification under Wisconsin Chapter 980 is placed into the community. This notification is intended solely to provide factual information to the public.
Residents are reminded that this information may not be used to threaten, intimidate, or harass Schmidt. Misuse of this information may result in criminal prosecution or civil liability. The Town of Delavan Police Department encourages residents to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious or criminal activity, and continue to practice sound personal safety habits.
If you observe criminal activity or believe Schmidt has violated the conditions of his supervised release, please contact the Town of Delavan Police Department immediately. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergency assistance, contact the Town of Delavan Police Department at (262) 728-8787.
Additional Information is available at the Wisconsin Department of Corrections S*x Offender Registry Website located at https://sort.doc.state.wi.us/.

⚠️ Community Update – Town of Delavan⚠️Many residents remain without power following the recent severe weather. Please c...
07/05/2026

⚠️ Community Update – Town of Delavan⚠️

Many residents remain without power following the recent severe weather. Please continue to check on your neighbors, especially older adults and those with medical or mobility needs.

As crews continue conducting damage assessments throughout the Town today, we are asking residents to review the attached flyer. If your home or property sustained storm damage, please call 211 to report it. Reporting damage helps emergency management assess the overall impact, identify resource needs, and determine eligibility for additional assistance.

Thank you for your continued patience, cooperation, and support as recovery efforts continue. Please continue to use caution around downed trees, power lines, and other storm-related hazards.

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5625 Town Hall Road
Delavan, WI
53115

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(262) 728-9777

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