Between September 2021 and January 2023, law enforcement in Wisconsin and Michigan handled several disruptive incidents. In La Crosse, officers arrested 18‐year‐old Desire Burns after she violently resisted arrest during a brawl and was found with a fake ID. In Weston, an intoxicated 18‐year‐old named Anna refused to provide proper identification during a traffic stop. In North Fond du Lac, 26‐year‐old Samara was arrested for driving without a front tire while impaired. In Onalaska, 45‐year‐old Rhonda went on a destructive rampage at a motel. These cases underscore challenges with aggressive, unruly, and intoxicated individuals and highlight the importance of proper identification and safety enforcement.
I. Initial Incident and Officer Response
On September 18, 2021, while on routine patrol in La Crosse, Wisconsin, officers observed a growing crowd gathered around a physical altercation. The disturbance, which had clearly escalated into a brawl, drew the attention of nearby officers. During the chaos, the aggressor was later identified as an 18-year-old female named Desire Burns.
As officers arrived at the scene, they separated the combatants and instructed Desire to remain with the officer. Despite these instructions, Desire began walking away from the scene. An officer calmly directed her to stay, stating that she was not free to leave until further processing was complete.
At this point, the officer attempted to place her in an escort position. The transcript records her protest in a disjointed manner, with phrases such as “let me go” and “I can get in my gold [sic] the handcuffs.” During the maneuver, Desire resisted: she pulled away from the officer and voluntarily relinquished control of her legs in a sudden attempt to escape. When asked if she was okay, she responded in a hostile manner, stating, “I ain’t walking.” The officer, maintaining professional composure, inquired about her identity, asking, “What’s your name?” and “What’s the matter, lady?”
II. Escalation of Physical Resistance
Immediately thereafter, Desire’s resistance escalated. She began kicking and struck an officer in the groin when the officer attempted to sit her down. The officer shouted commands such as “Stop! Let her go. Do not do it like that,” yet Desire persisted. At one point, she exclaimed profanities—including derogatory remarks toward the officer—and even made threats such as “I wish I can kill you” and “don’t touch me.” The officer documented that Desire repeatedly yelled, spat, and continued her aggressive behavior while being escorted to the squad car.
During transport, Desire’s behavior did not subside. In the back of the squad car, she continued to scream, threaten, and hurl racial slurs at the officers. The transcript includes multiple instances of expletives and hateful language, such as “you stupid-ass white” and other derisive insults. Desire’s uncooperative attitude and profane outbursts compelled the officers to maintain a heightened level of control over the situation. One officer remarked, “Ted, hope I can go to sleep,” as Desire continued to make violent gestures and even attempted to injure officers verbally.
III. Discovery of a Fake ID and Subsequent Charges
As officers processed Desire, a search of her person revealed that she was carrying a fake identification document. When questioned further, she failed to produce any valid identification, and her inability to provide a genuine ID led to additional scrutiny by the officers. It was confirmed that Desire’s fake ID was in her possession, and this discovery added a serious charge to her arrest record.
Based on her actions during the fight and subsequent resistance—including physical assault on an officer, verbal threats, and the possession of a false ID—Desire was charged with multiple offenses. The formal charges included:
- Disorderly conduct,
- Battery against a police officer,
- Resisting arrest,
- Threatening a police officer,
- Possession of a false identification,
- Underage consumption of alcohol (as indicated by citations).
These charges reflect the severity of her actions during the incident, and her conduct was documented thoroughly in the officer reports.
IV. Incident: Drunk 18-Year-Old Girl at a Convenience Store
A. Call and Initial Response
On April 25, 2022, officers in Weston, Wisconsin, were dispatched to a convenience store following a report of an intoxicated female found passed out in her vehicle. According to witness statements, two customers discovered the girl sleeping in the back seat, prompting concern for her well-being.
B. Interaction with the Subject
When officers arrived, the subject—who identified herself only by her first name, “Anna”—refused to provide any further identification or additional personal details. The officers attempted to engage her in conversation and secure her cooperation by asking for a photo ID. However, Anna maintained a non-cooperative attitude. She repeatedly refused to open the door for the officer to retrieve her identification and provided vague responses regarding her situation.
At one point, while the officer requested that she shut the door to facilitate the search for her ID, Anna insisted on keeping it open, stating that it was necessary for her to “get my ID.” The dialogue became increasingly disjointed as Anna’s behavior grew erratic. Her speech was slurred, and her pupils were noticeably dilated, classic signs of intoxication.
C. Escalation and Arrest
As the officers tried to secure her into the vehicle, Anna’s resistance escalated. She became physically combative—kicking at officers and attempting to prevent them from obtaining her identification. Ultimately, the officers had no alternative but to place her under arrest. The charges against Anna included:
- Operating while intoxicated (OWI),
- Disorderly conduct,
- Resisting arrest.
The incident was later documented as a case in which the subject’s inability to comply with basic identification requests and her aggressive resistance complicated the arrest process.
V. Incident: Drunk Driver Without a Front Tire
A. Observations on Patrol
On January 19, 2023, an officer on patrol in North Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, was alerted to an unusual sound—an object being dragged along the street. Investigating the source of the noise, the officer soon discovered a black vehicle traveling with its front passenger-side tire missing. The exposed rim was in direct contact with the road surface, creating hazardous sparks.
B. Interaction with the Driver
The driver of the vehicle, a 26-year-old female named Samara, exhibited signs of significant intoxication. Her speech was slurred, and her demeanor was lethargic. Inside the vehicle, an open bottle of Budweiser was discovered on the center console, further substantiating concerns regarding alcohol consumption.
A review of her driver’s license revealed that Samara’s driving privileges had been revoked following an earlier OWI conviction in December 2022. When approached, she was instructed to turn off the vehicle for safety reasons. Despite the officer’s repeated requests, Samara’s behavior remained erratic, and she did not offer a coherent explanation for the missing tire.
C. Arrest and Charges
Due to the dangerous condition of her vehicle, her intoxicated state, and her previous driving record, Samara was arrested. She was charged with:
- Operating while intoxicated (OWI),
- Additional traffic violations related to the missing tire and unsafe driving,
- Possession of an open alcohol container.
Her arrest highlighted the significant risks posed by impaired driving and the failure to maintain proper vehicle safety standards.
VI. Incident: Woman’s Motel Rampage
A. Disturbance at the Motel
On November 11, 2022, police were dispatched to a motel in Onalaska, Wisconsin, following a reported disturbance. The motel manager reported that a guest had been acting erratically and was in the process of destroying her room. The disruptive individual was soon identified as a 45-year-old woman named Rhonda.
B. Description of Behavior
Upon arrival, Rhonda was observed to be under the influence of a substance. Her behavior was loud, agitated, and incoherent. She stated that she had been drinking earlier that day, though witnesses indicated that her current behavior was far more extreme than usual. During the incident, Rhonda began to physically damage property. At one point, she crouched under a desk while mumbling and making odd noises. In another instance, she forcefully entered the manager’s residence uninvited, further escalating the disturbance.
C. Escalation and Apprehension
The situation escalated when Rhonda’s behavior grew increasingly erratic. She destroyed items within her motel room and continued to defy requests from motel staff and police officers. Despite several attempts by officers to calm her, Rhonda was uncooperative. Eventually, she was taken into custody. During the processing, Rhonda’s behavior in the jail cell remained problematic; she engaged in actions such as banging her head on the cell divider and kicking the seat.
D. Charges and Sentencing
Rhonda faced multiple charges as a result of her actions. The formal charges included:
- Criminal damage to property,
- Disorderly conduct,
- Resisting arrest (as observed during her tumultuous behavior in custody).
After legal proceedings, Rhonda was sentenced to 108 days in county jail. This outcome reflects the severity of the disturbances and the significant property damage caused during her motel rampage.
VII. Conclusion
These incidents, spanning from September 2021 to January 2023, highlight a series of dangerous and disruptive events in various communities across Wisconsin and Michigan. The cases involve an 18-year-old female, Desire Burns, whose violent resistance and possession of a fake ID led to multiple charges; an intoxicated 18-year-old, Anna, who was uncooperative during a traffic stop; a 26-year-old female driver, Samara, who operated a vehicle without a front tire while intoxicated; and a 45-year-old woman, Rhonda, whose motel rampage resulted in significant property damage and disorderly conduct.
Each incident demonstrates the challenges faced by law enforcement when confronted with unruly, aggressive, or highly intoxicated individuals. These events also underscore the importance of proper identification, responsible behavior, and adherence to legal protocols—both on the part of citizens and law enforcement officers. The outcomes of these cases serve as a reminder of the ongoing public safety concerns related to substance abuse, inadequate vehicle maintenance, and the failure to properly control aggressive behavior in residential or public spaces.