Stop Stick®Hit of the Month November 2024: Brookfield Police Department [WI]

February 6, 2025

By: Zach Madden

Stop Stick® Hit of the Month:

Stop Stick Hit of the Month November 2024

Read about the exceptional police officers who used Stop Stick to safely end pursuits in September and earn a nomination for Stop Stick Hit of the Month

The “Hit of the Month” is Stop Stick, Ltd.’s program to recognize outstanding performance results from the successful deployment of the Stop Stick® Tire Deflation Device in ending pursuits. In fact, every month Stop Stick, Ltd. receives hundreds of reports from across the country documenting successful deployments of Stop Sticks®. Furthermore, these reports detail stories of exceptional police work and proper deployment of the Stop Stick® Tire Deflation Device to bring pursuits to an end safely. Consequently, below are the departments nominated from the hundreds of submissions and those selected as the “Hit of the Month”.

Stop Stick Hit of the Month November 2024 Winner:

Midwest

Brookfield Police Department
Brookfield, Wisconsin

# of Cars Deployed on: 1
# of Tires Deflated: 2 (R/Front, L/Rear)
Device: Stop Stick®
Pursuit Speed:61-70 mph
Time of Pursuit: 7 minutes
Miles Traveled After Deployment: 1 Mile
Target Vehicle Make: 2011 Honda Pilot
Deploying Officer(s): Officer White

Stop Stick® Deployment Brings Drunk Driver Pursuit to a Safe End, Protects Children

Waukesha, WI –

A dangerous high-speed pursuit ended safely thanks to the Brookfield Police Department’s strategic deployment of Stop Stick®.

The incident initially began after police received multiple reports of a gray Honda Pilot driving erratically in Waukesha County. A deputy attempted a traffic stop, but the driver, whom police suspected of drunk driving, ignored the signals and continued driving recklessly.

Subsequently, as the chase entered Brookfield, officers strategically deployed the Stop Stick®. Consequently, the suspect struck the device, effectively disabling two tires.

With the vehicle disabled, it came to a stop. Officers then apprehended the driver, who showed signs of severe impairment. Alarmingly, officers found three children, including an unrestrained 5-year-old, inside.

Ultimately, this incident highlights the critical role Stop Stick® plays in public safety. By safely disabling the vehicle, it not only prevented further danger but also ensured the safety of the children and other motorists.

Supporting Articles:
https://www.gmtoday.com/the_freeman/news/man-allegedly-drove-drunk-with-young-kids-in-car/article_90419199-6774-56e6-97d5-bf5532f9b30b.html

Stop Stick Hit of the Month October 2024 Nominees:

South*
Honorable Mention

Lewisville Police Department
Lewisville, Texas

# of Cars Deployed on: 2
# of Tires Deflated: 2 (L/Front, L/Rear), 3 (R/Front, R/Rear L/Rear)
Device: Stop Stick®
Pursuit Speed: 51-60 mph
Time of Pursuit: 4 Minutes
Miles Traveled After Deployment: < 1
Target Vehicle Make: 2019 Jeep Cherokee, 2013 Nissan Rogue
Deploying Officer(s): Officer Q. Quintero

Lewisville Police Officer Stops Two Fleeing Vehicles with a Single Stop Stick® Deployment

Lewisville, Texas –

In a remarkable display of skill and resourcefulness, Officer Quintero of the Lewisville Police Department brought two separate high-speed pursuits to a safe conclusion with a single strategic deployment of Stop Stick® tire deflation devices.

The incident initially unfolded in the early morning hours of November 23rd, 2024, at a time when Lewisville Police officers became involved in two separate pursuits that converged on the same stretch of road. To clarify, one pursuit involved a suspected drunk driver, while simultaneously the other involved a suspect wanted in connection with a narcotics operation.

Crucially, both suspects engaged in reckless driving behavior, thereby posing a significant risk to public safety. Therefore, recognizing the imminent danger, Officer Quintero strategically positioned themselves ahead of the converging pursuits and promptly deployed Stop Stick® across the roadway.

Consequently, the first vehicle struck the Stop Stick® deployment, effectively disabling three of its tires. Almost immediately thereafter, the second vehicle encountered the exact same Stop Stick® deployment, which resulted in two flat tires. Ultimately, and most importantly, both vehicles were brought to a safe stop, and officers apprehended the suspects without further incident.

This extraordinary incident clearly highlights the effectiveness and versatility of Stop Stick® in critical situations. Indeed, by strategically deploying Stop Stick®, Officer Quintero not only brought two dangerous pursuits to a safe conclusion but also successfully prevented potential harm to the public and law enforcement officers.

East

Broome County Sheriff’s Office
Binghamton, New York

# of Cars Deployed on: 1
# of Tires Deflated on: 3 (R/Front, L/Front, L/Rear)
Device Used: Stop Stick®
Pursuit Speed: 51-60 mph
Time of Pursuit: 21 minutes
Miles Traveled After Deployment: < 1
Target Vehicle Make: 2003 Honda Accord
Deploying Officer(s): Deputy J. Rossie, Deputy C. Scepaniak

Stop Stick® Deployment Brings Dangerous Pursuit to a Safe End in Broome County

Fenton, NY –

A high-speed pursuit involving a suspect with a history of evading law enforcement came to a safe conclusion largely due to the strategic deployment of Stop Stick® tire deflation devices by the Broome County Sheriff’s Office.

The incident initially began when a Broome County Detective attempted to stop a vehicle driven by a known suspect with a history of fleeing from law enforcement. Predictably, however, the suspect refused to yield. Instead, he immediately engaged in a dangerous high-speed pursuit, driving recklessly and consequently endangering the public.

Recognizing the imminent danger, pursuing officers strategically deployed Stop Stick® devices along the suspect’s anticipated route. Consequently, the suspect’s vehicle struck multiple Stop Stick® deployments, effectively disabling the tires. Despite the vehicle’s disabled condition, the suspect initially attempted to continue the pursuit. However, since the vehicle was rendered inoperable, the pursuit was brought to a safe and controlled stop. Ultimately, officers apprehended the suspect without further incident.

In summary, this successful operation highlights the critical role Stop Stick® plays in public safety. Specifically, by safely disabling the fleeing vehicle, Stop Stick® helped to minimize the risk to the public, pursuing officers, and the suspect.

West

California Highway Patrol
Valencia, California

# of Cars Deployed on: 1
# of Tires Deflated: 2 (R/Front, L/Front)
Device Used: Stop Stick®
Pursuit Speed: 41-50 mph
Time of Pursuit: 9 minute
Miles Traveled After Deployment: < 1 mile
Target Vehicle Make: 2000 Dodge Caravan
Deploying Officer: Trooper T. Kirby

California Highway Patrol Brings Shooting Suspect to Justice with Strategic Stop Stick® Deployment

Los Angeles, CA –

A dangerous high-speed pursuit involving a suspected shooter came to a safe conclusion by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) primarily through the strategic deployment of Stop Stick® tire deflation devices.

The incident initially began with a shooting in Los Angeles, a situation that prompted the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) to pursue the suspect vehicle. Throughout the chase, the suspect, demonstrating a complete disregard for public safety, engaged in erratic driving behavior, which included evading multiple police vehicles.

Eventually, as the pursuit progressed onto the 5 Freeway, CHP officers took the lead. In doing so, they immediately recognized the need for a safe and controlled resolution. Therefore, Trooper Kirby strategically positioned himself ahead of the suspect vehicle and promptly deployed Stop Stick® across the freeway.

As a direct result, the Stop Stick® deployment effectively disabled the suspect’s vehicle, thereby forcing them to stop. Subsequently, following a brief standoff, law enforcement apprehended the suspect without further incident.

Ultimately, and most significantly, this incident highlights the crucial role Stop Stick® plays in public safety. Specifically, by safely disabling the fleeing vehicle, Stop Stick® allowed law enforcement to apprehend a dangerous suspect while simultaneously and effectively minimizing the risk to the public and pursuing officers.

To register for Stop Stick® Hit of the Month, please submit a Deployment Report using the Link: https://stopstick.com/deployment-report/
You can be considered for Video of the year by uploading Dashcam, or Bodycam footage after submitting your Deployment Report.
If you know an officer who should be nominated for Hit of the Month please submit a pursuit report: https://stopstick.com/home/pursuit-reporting

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