Sexual Assault Investigation(child) 
Date: October 28, 2021
No: 21-27 Subject: Sexual Assault of Children Investigation
ARRESTED: James A. Wicht 51 years old of Pewaukee, WI
-1st degree sexual assault of a child 4 counts
-child abuse-intentionally cause harm 2 counts
-child sexual exploitation- videos, records
On October 26th, 2021 the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department assisted the Racine Police Department with the execution of a search warrant in Pewaukee, WI. The investigation resulted in the arrest of James Wicht for multiple charges involving sexual assault of a child. Wicht allegedly used the guise of illegitimate physical exams to gain access to the victims. Investigators believe Wicht assaulted multiple children dating back many years. The Racine Police Department and Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department are looking to identify and speak to possible victims. If you or someone you know has had a similar contact with Wicht please contact Racine Police Investigator Melissa Diener at 262-635-7764, Waukesha County Detective Aaron Hoppe at 262-896-8143, or Waukesha County Detective Mark Conrad at 262-691-6038.
Those who wish to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers by phone at (262) 636-9330, or through the Crime Stoppers app by using the p3 app.
All media inquiries regarding this incident should be directed to my attention at (262) 635-7772.
Lt. Chad Melby
Public Information Officer
Address/Location
Racine, WI Police Department
730 Center St
Racine, WI 53403
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 262-635-7700
