Incident Type: OWI Arrest - 5th Offense
Incident Date: May 24, 2025
Incident Number: FP25-11357
Prepared By: Sergeant Logan Brown
Fitchburg Police Arrest 5th OWI Offender Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
On May 24, 2025, at 12:39 a.m., a Fitchburg Police Officer conducted a traffic stop on a motorist who was found to be impaired. During the investigation, officers learned that the driver had four prior arrests for Operating While Intoxicated. A preliminary breath test indicated a result of .16—twice the legal limit.
The driver, Wendell Davis of Madison, was arrested and booked into the Dane County Jail on felony charges related to 5th offense Operating While Intoxicated.
The Fitchburg Police Department remains committed to proactively enforcing OWI laws to ensure the safety of our roadways. As we enter Memorial Day weekend, we urge everyone to plan ahead: If you choose to drink, don’t drive. Your choices can save lives.