Crash Investigation Unit

The Door County Sheriff’s Office Crash Team responds to fatal, serious injury, multi-vehicle, or strange vehicle crashes within Door County. The Crash Teams objective is to process the crash scene to determine if criminal charges may be filed, and who may be at fault for the crash. During the crash investigation, Crash Team members process the scene for any evidence, including a thorough inspection of the vehicles involved, tires marks, debris, witness, and roadway evidence.

The Crash Team members act as a liaison to the Medical Examiner Office, Door County District Attorney Office, families, and the Insurance companies involved.  The Door County Sheriff’s Office Crash Team has four members who received extensive training in crash investigation, along with yearly training in crash investigations.