Police Report: Dirt Bikes and Dogs Mating

As Wisconsinites throw open windows for fresh air and sun, two Brookfield residents say their peaceful evenings have been marred by loud dirt bike noises.

An Oak Hill Lane resident told police Wednesday that every evening from about 3 to 6 p.m. she hears dirt bikes operating without mufflers. Another resident said it has been an ongoing problem.

Police warned a homeowner who said it could be her son or her daughter's boyfriend. They were not home. Officers said if the problem continues, citations will be issued.

In other calls to police this week: 

Trespass in Sileno's Pit: Police warned two males to leave the private property surrounding the quarry after they got a complaint about a pickup truck with camping gear parked near 3130 Old Lantern Drive. The males were fishing in a canoe about 9 p.m. Wednesday.

Stealing a grocery cart full of food: Police were viewing security tapes after a man in his 60s pushed a full grocery cart out of , 15170 W. Greenfield Ave., without paying about 3:30 p.m. May 29. 

Stealing spare tires: Someone lowered and removed the spare tires from the rear of 11 Ford Econoline vansat , 18900 W. Capitol Dr., sometime before May 6, the dealership reported Wednesday.

Don't leave cars unlocked: A Waukesha woman told police someone stole her purse from her unlocked vehicle parked Wednesday evening in the lot. 

Crossing dog: A dog crossed busy Blue Mound Road during the noon-hour Wednesday, causing a traffic backup and at least two motorists to call police. The dog — described as a German shepherd or golden retriever mix — was last seen running in the ditch near Menards and then by the I-94 fence line near the Larkspur subdivision.

Defecating dog: Police were attempting to reach the owner of a dog who a witness said allowed his dog to run unleashed in and didn't clean up after his dog's defecating around the park about 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Mating dogs: A resident in the 4100 block of Kamala Lane called police Wednesday evening to say two dogs were in her yard "mating," first under her pine tree and then near the house. The was called about the German shepherd and spaniel. But before animal experts could arrive, a man pulled up with a van, worked to leash the dogs and took them away.

Bounced check: A check for $1,891 written by a customer at , 3950 Lilly Road, came back with insufficient funds. The business told police it tried to contact the 42-year-old customer but calls were not returned.

Employment theft: A 26-year-old employee at in Brookfield Square was arrested on suspicion of theft by virtue of employment Wednesday evening. Police say she alleged scanned merchandise from the shelf as a return and pocketed more than $300. Detectives are continuing to investigate the extent of thefts.

Sewer backup: A resident said sewer was coming up through the basement shower and toilet about 5:30 p.m. Wednesday in the 15000 block of W. North Ave. The city's sewer department called off police and fire officials, saying city workers would respond.

Getting hosed: Someone stole a 25-foot hose and nozzle from a house in the 13000 block of Kent Ave about midnight to 1 a.m. Wednesday. There were no suspects.

How much you bench? Police were called to , 12575 W. Capitol Dr., about 7:12 p.m. Wednesday when two people were loudly arguing about a bench near a bus stop. A woman wanted a man to make room for her to sit down as well, but he didn't allow it. They separated after officers arrived.

Bike found: A specialized bike was found in a driveway in the 20400 block of Tennyson Drive on May 31. Police put the bike in their storage inventory in case someone comes forward to claim it.

Marijuana? A caller reported smelling a strong odor of marijuana about 10 p.m. Wednesday near 2460 Memorial Drive. Officers arrived and smelled a strong odor but it wasn't marijuana. It was burned leaves and brush.