Westby Police Department

09/24/2026

**OWNER HAS BEEN LOCATED**
Found at the corner of Washington Street and Ramsland Street. We have her at the police department. Call 608-634-4411 if you are or know the owner.

09/24/2026

Press Release

09/22/2026

09/15/2026

Today, September 15th, there was an incident reported to Law Enforcement which was close to the Westby Area Schools. As a result the school went into “secure” status. The incident has been taken care of and there is no danger to the public. Unfortunately, that is all the information we can share at this time. Thank you all for your patience and understanding.

Chief Scott C. Stuber

08/17/2026

PRESS RELEASE *Edited*

08/13/2026

PRESS RELEASE

On August 12, 2026, at approximately 9am a call came into the Vernon County dispatch regarding a female that had been admitted into the emergency room at Emplify Health in Lacrosse with multiple stab wounds. The suspect in the case has been arrested and is awaiting formal charges. The victim of in stable condition. This is case is still under investigation and there is no danger to the public as it was an isolated incident. Assisting with the investigation is the Vernon County Sheriff’s Department. Names and further information are being withheld at this time.

Chief Scott C. Stuber

07/21/2026

Over the course of the next couple weeks, representatives with FEMA will be in town to assist residents with their storm damage. They will be going door to door making contact and working out of Our Saviors Church.

07/16/2026

Next Saturday, July 25th, the City of Westby will once again be hosting the Sweet Rides & Sweet Pies car show. We will placing No Parking signs on Bekkedal Avenue, East State Street and First Street. We will also need the municipal lot clear of all vehicles and trailers. Thank you!

07/09/2026

***Female has been located***

Westby Fire, along with numerous other agencies, is currently assisting with a search near a residence on Rognstad Ridge Road.

Crews are searching for 15-year-old Hope Sanwick, who has been missing from her residence since approximately 2:30 p.m. Her direction of travel is unknown.

The attached photo shows Hope and the clothing she was last seen wearing.

Anyone with information regarding Hope’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office immediately.

07/01/2026

Commemorating 250 years of this great nation. We extend warm wishes for a safe and enjoyable 4th of July weekend to all. Additionally, we remind residents of the restrictions on fireworks, as outlined in Westby ordinance 7-6-1, which prohibits their use within city limits without a permit.