Suspect Arrested After Pointing Firearm at Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, February 16, 2026
 
SUN PRAIRIE, WI — On Friday, February 13, 2026, at approximately 9:00 PM, officers from the
Sun Prairie Police Department responded to a report of a domestic disturbance at the Element
Apartments, located near the intersection of Park Circle and West Main Street.

Upon arrival, officers located the victim and were directed to a suspect who was walking
through the parking lot. A Sun Prairie Police Officer attempted to make contact with the
suspect and detain him. The suspect physically resisted by grabbing the officer.

During the struggle to take the suspect into custody, the suspect armed himself with a firearm
he had on his person and pointed the weapon at the officer's abdomen. The Sun Prairie Police
Officer was able to disarm the suspect without a round being discharged. With the assistance of
a second Sun Prairie Police Officer and the deployment of a conducted energy weapon (Taser),
the suspect was taken into custody.

Neither the Sun Prairie Police Officer nor the suspect sustained injuries during this incident. The
subject was evaluated by Sun Prairie Fire and Rescue Paramedics and transported to the Dane
County Jail. Based on this incident, the Sun Prairie Police Department has referred the following
charges to the Dane County District Attorney:
• Attempted First-Degree Intentional Homicide
• First-Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety
• Altering Identification Marks on Manufactured Property
• Domestic Battery
• Carrying a Concealed Weapon
• Intentionally Pointing a Firearm at a Law Enforcement Officer
• Possession of a Firearm by a Felon

"Our officers' bravery and resolve prevented what could have been a tragedy," said Sun Prairie
Police Chief Kevin Warych. "They acted with professionalism, courage, and valor under extreme
pressure to protect both the victim and our community. We maintain zero tolerance for violent
behavior in Sun Prairie and will hold offenders accountable to the fullest extent of the law."

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available. Domestic
Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS) provides free, confidential support 24 hours a day. You can
reach their Help Line at (608) 251-4445 or their Text Line at (608) 420-4638.

This incident remains under investigation, and additional charges could be added at a future
time.

Media Contact:
Lt. Ray Thomson
Sun Prairie Police Department
rthomson@cityofsunprairie.com
(608) 513-8506