City of Antigo Police Department

WELCOME FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE

Welcome to the City of Antigo Police Department and our web page. The Antigo Police Department consists of fifteen sworn officers, three civilian support staff, one K9, and four school crossing guards. We have very dedicated employees that will go out of their way to assist you and the community to the best of their ability. We are committed to community-based policing and place a strong value on our partnership with the citizens, businesses, and community organizations. We reside in a city that has maintained the small city safety due to proactive enforcement and community involvement. We will continue to strive to provide the highest quality of service while maintaining public trust, and promoting justice in a fair, compassionate, and impartial manner. I look forward to strengthening the partnership between the community and your police department by communication and working together. If we can be of any assistance, please feel free to contact us at your convenience.

Chief Joe Husnick

MISSION STATEMENT AND VALUES

Mission Statement:

The Antigo Police Department strives to protect and serve our community through dedicated service and a professional work ethic.

Core Values:

Professionalism – We understand that public trust is the foundation of our profession. We are accountable to ourselves, each other, and the community for our actions.

Integrity – We are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards by doing what is right legally and morally.

Leadership – All members are leaders with each offering valuable contributions to our department. We are responsible for the performance, reputation, and morale of the department.

Accountability – We take ownership of our decisions, actions, and will do the job right.

Competence – We are committed to providing high-quality services and strive for continuous improvements through ongoing training and education.

SAFERIDE HOME PROGRAM

Offering a free ride home to keep our roads safe.

The Tavern League of Wisconsin and their members are proud to serve our community. One of their top priorities is to keep our patrons safe. That is why they offer the SafeRide program. The goal of SafeRide is to eliminate drunk driving on Wisconsin’s roadways. 

As always, we encourage you to drink responsibly. However, if you feel like you’ve had one too many, ask your bartender if their establishment is a Tavern League member offering the SafeRide program.

Locate your nearest Tavern League member and SafeRide provider here. Or download the TLW SafeRide mobile app. The app shows you which members are nearby, in order of location. It’s free and available for your Apple or Android device.  To learn more about SafeRide visit here.

 

FREE PARENT TECHNOLOGY SAFETY RESOURCE AVAILABLE

Go to: www.doj.state.wi.us/dci/icac/protect-kids-online-pko-podcast

The Wisconsin Department of Justice, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force presents, Protect Kids Online (PKO) Podcast. This podcast is designed as a resource for parents, grandparents, guardians, or caregivers of children. Get information about the trends and updates on the latest apps, websites, and online activity of children 17 years of age and younger.

DONATE TO THE ANPD K9 UNIT

Donations can be dropped off at Antigo Police Department: 840 Clermont Street Antigo, WI 54409 or Antigo City Hall: 700 Edison Street Antigo, WI 54409.

Please make checks payable to: City of Antigo K9

Mail to: Antigo Police Department; 840 Clermont St, Antigo WI 54409.

ANNUAL POLICE REPORT

2023 Annual Report

2024 Annual Report

Contact Information

Antigo Police Department:

Address:
840 Clermont St.
Antigo, WI 54409

Office Hours:
24 hours a day service
Vehicle registration: Monday-Saturday 8am to 4:30pm

Phone:
(715) 627-6411

Email:
ANPD@antigo-city.org

ANTIGO POLICE DEPARTMENT MEMBERS

 

Joe Husnick

Chief
jhusnick@antigo-city.org

Joe's BIO

Serving Since June 2011

Chief Husnick obtained his associate’s degree in criminal justice from the Nicolet Area Technical College and attended the police academy at Northcentral Technical College. Husnick has been an OWI/SFST instructor, Drug Recognition Expert, and a team lead crisis negotiator for the Antigo Police Department. Husnick completed the FBI-LEEDA Trilogy focusing on leadership development in 2025.

Photo Dan Duley

Kyle Rustick

Captain
krustick@antigo-city.org

Kyle's BIO

Serving Since June 2009

Captain Kyle Rustick joined our department in 2009. Captain Rustick attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for Criminal Justice and the Police Academy at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. Captain Rustick oversees all investigations for our department. Captain Rustick is a death investigator, narcotics investigator, as well as a tactical operator for the Antigo Police Department/Langlade County Sheriffs Office Joint Special Response Team (SRT). He is the Antigo Police Department representative for the Langlade County Drug Endangered Children’s Program (DEC), as well as a member of both the North Central Drug Enforcement Group (NORDEG) task force, and the North East Tri-County Drug Enforcement Group (NETCDEG) task force. Some of his advanced training relates to homicide and death investigations, narcotics and controlled substance trafficking and investigations, and interview and interrogation techniques.

Photo Bruce Brown

Brady Goeks

Detective Sergeant
bgoeks@antigo-city.org

Brady's BIO

Serving Since August 2008

Detective Sergeant Goeks went to UW Eau Claire, earning a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. He then attended the Police Academy at Chippewa Valley Technical College. Detective Sergeant Goeks is an Evidence Technician for our department.  His specialty training includes investigator and NORDEG.

Photo Kyle Rustick

Andrew Hopfensperger

Sergeant
ahopfensperger@antigo-city.org

Andrew's BIO

Serving Since January 2013

Sergeant Hopfensperger grew up in Clintonville and joined the Antigo Police Department in January of 2013.  He graduated from Fox Valley Technical College in 2008 with an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement.  Prior to working at the Antigo Police Department, Sergeant Hopfensperger started his career in January of 2009.  He worked part time at Marion Police Department, Manawa Police Department, Iola and Waupaca Police Departments.  He also worked Water Patrol for the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department.  He is the Departments Evidence Custodian, the 3rd shift Field Training Officer, one of the department’s armorers and on The Langlade County and City of Antigo Police Department’s Special Response Team.  When Sergeant Hopfensperger is not at work he enjoys deer hunting, fishing and trap shooting.

Levi Barske Patrolman

Levi Barske

Sergeant
lbarske@antigo-city.org

Levi's BIO

Serving Since 2019

Levi, an Antigo native and graduate of Antigo High School made the decision to stay true to his roots and return to his hometown where he wants to make a difference. Levi earned his bachelors of arts in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from Lakeland University where he also played football for four years. He then graduated from the academy at the Fox Valley Technical College where he honed his policing skills and learned the trades of the profession. Levi comes to us with prior law enforcement experience from another agency in Wisconsin.

Aside from the demanding work that we have been putting him through during his field training, Levi enjoys watching Wisconsin sports, hunting, fishing, and listening to a variety of music. He also tells us that he makes for a good host since he can play the guitar and enjoys grilling out.

 

Kyle Schilling Patrolman

Kyle Schilling

Patrol Officer/School Resource Officer
kschilling@antigo-city.org

Kyle's BIO

Serving Since 2017

Officer Schilling attended the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point where he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Resource Management and Law Enforcement. He attended the Police Academy at Mid-State Technical College where he was elected vice president of his class. After college he worked for the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point Police & Protective Services for a year and a half before coming to Antigo in 2017.  In 2019, he was appointed the School Liasion Officer.

Julie Powell

Patrol Officer
japowell@antigo-city.org

Juile's BIO
David Treleven Patrolman

David Treleven

K9 Officer/Dare Officer
dtreleven@antigo-city.org

David's BIO

Serving Since 2019

David is originally from Hobart, Wisconsin, just outside of Green Bay. Staying close to home he obtained his Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. David then attended the police academy at Fox Valley Technical College. David comes to us with prior law enforcement experience from a small community. David will be completing his field training this week and has shown a great work ethic, an eagerness to learn and appears to be having fun while doing so. When David is not dressed in blue he loves being on a boat in the summer relaxing, and duck hunting in the fall. 

Dillon West

Patrol Officer
dlwest@antigo-city.org

Dillon's BIO

A 2017 graduate of Antigo High School, Officer West went on to serve in the United States Marine Corps as an infantry rifleman, where he developed a strong foundation in discipline, teamwork, and leadership. In 2022, Officer West completed the Law Enforcement Academy at Northcentral Technical College and began his career in law enforcement serving the Antigo community.

Officer West is a member of the Northcentral Drug Enforcement Group (NORDEG) and has received specialized training in drug investigations, Advanced Roadside Impairment Enforcement (ARIDE), and crisis intervention. Dedicated to public safety and community service, Officer West takes pride in proactive policing and making a positive impact in the community.

Outside of work, Officer West enjoys the outdoors and spending time with family and friends.

Timothy Fitzpatrick

Patrol Officer
tfitzpatrick@antigo-city.org

Timothy's BIO

Serving since June 2023

Tim was born in Merrill, Wisconsin, and moved to Oklahoma at a young age. He graduated from Rush Springs High School in 2006 and began serving his community in fire and emergency medical services, which helped shape his passion for helping others.

Tim completed the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) academy in Oklahoma and began his law enforcement career in 2010 with the Marlow Police Department in Oklahoma, where he served until returning to Wisconsin in 2022. After transferring his law enforcement certification, he joined the Antigo Police Department, where he also serves as a crisis negotiator and teaches traffic education classes. Tim brings years of experience to his role and is committed to protecting the public, supporting individuals in crisis, and building trust within the community.

When he’s not working, Tim enjoys spending time with his family and being outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.

Orlin Foat

Patrol Officer
ofoat@antigo-city.org

Orlin's BIO

Serving Since 2024

Officer Orlin Foat is a familiar face with a deep-rooted passion for public service. Before joining the City of Antigo Police Department in 2024, Orlin spent years of patrolling at different agencies in Waukesha County as a police officer. After taking a break to focus on his family—during which he remained engaged in his community as a volunteer library board member—Orlin relocated to the Northwoods in 2021.

When not in uniform, you can often find Orlin on his family’s hobby farm, where he raises poultry and grows fresh produce for his neighbors. Whether he’s providing local food or protecting our community, Orlin is dedicated to making Antigo a better place to live.

Jesse Mullins

Patrol Officer
jdmullins@antigo-city.org

Jesse's BIO

Serving Since 2026

Officer Jesse Mullins is a member of the Antigo Police Department. Prior to joining the department, he served as a corrections officer. He has an interest in continued learning within the field of law enforcement and is dedicated to serving the community in a professional and respectful manner. In his free time, Officer Mullins enjoys spending time outdoors, playing video games, and appreciating the art of blacksmithing. He values hard work and building positive relationships within the community he serves.

Conner Adams

Patrol Officer
cadams@antigo-city.org

Conner's BIO

Serving Since 2026

Officer Adams, an Antigo native and graduate of Antigo High School, Conner, is not only committed to his family but is also committed to serving his hometown and its community members. He strives to serve with compassion, respect, and understanding. Conner is devoted to working alongside his department to help keep Antigo safe. 
When he is not in blue, you’ll find Conner unwinding on the patio with his family and staying grounded in the things that matter. Conner also fits in fishing and hunting when he is off shift. 

Caty Sowinski

Patrol Officer
csowinski@antigo-city.org

Caty's BIO

Serving Since 2026

Officer Sowinski has dedicated her life to public service. She graduated from Antigo High School in 2016 before enlisting in the U.S. Navy as a Master-At-Arms. In 2024, she obtained her Bachelor’s in Public Administration with an emphasis in Emergency Management from UW-Green Bay.  Prior to joining the department, she served as a Patrolman for the Hampton Police Division, Virginia. Officer Sowinski brings extensive Public Safety experience and certifications to the department including: Emergency Operations, Incident Command, Firefighting, Technical Ropes Rescue, and Search and Rescue. Currently, she attends Oregon State University pursuing a Master’s in Natural Resources. Officer Sowinski prides herself in being a continual learner, and her strong roots to the community. She carries herself with a high standard and strives to foster positive relationships with those in the community.
In her free time, Officer Sowinski spends her time training her 4 (soon to be 5) working dogs, participating in search and rescue deployments, paddleboarding, hiking, and learning the fine art of relaxing. In addition to her “free time” she’s designing and building her own homestead.

Jordi Pasch

Patrol Officer
jpasch@antigo-city.org

Jordi's BIO

Serving Since 2026

Officer Pasch is originally from La Crosse Wisconsin and is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, where she earned her degree in Criminal Justice with a Forensic Investigation minor. Shie is committed to expanding her knowledge and continuing her education within the field of law enforcement. In her free time, Officer Pasch enjoys playing rugby, painting and scrapbooking, which allows her to stay active, creative, and connected to the people around her.

Riggs

K-9

Sherry Piraino

Clerical Resource Assistant
spiraino@antigo-city.org

Heather Rustick

ANPD Office Manager
hrustick@antigo-city.org

Charlene Gregurich

Clerical Resource Assistant
cgregurich@antigo-city.org

Crossing Guards

The Antigo Police Department has four part-time crossing guards. They provide service to the school crossings zones before and after school.
They play a vital role in helping keep our kids safe to and from school.

August Belling

Crossing Guard

Dwaine Packard

Crossing Guard

Robert Fritsch

Crossing Guard

Ed Brahm

Crossing Guard

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