The Green Bay Police Department is recommending charges to the Brown County District Attorney’s Office for Michael Destaercke, 31, Green Bay, who was arrested on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, following a more than seven-hour standoff on the City’s west side.
The following charges have been referred to the Brown County District Attorney’s Office:
- Resisting or Obstructing an Officer – Two Counts
- Failure to Comply with Officer’s Attempt to Take Person into Custody
- Probation Violation
The incident on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, began around 12:15 p.m. in the 700 block of South Ridge Road when an officer had identified Destaercke at his home and attempted to make contact as he was wanted on a felony probation/parole warrant. The suspect then proceeded to barricade himself inside, refusing to come out despite police orders. With no surrender, SWAT along with K9 were forced to enter the home to bring Destaercke into custody, which occurred around 7:45 p.m. without further incident.
This remains an active investigation. No additional details will be released, at this time.
Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to call Green Bay Police at (920) 448-3200 and reference case #22-268361. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime stoppers at (920) 432-STOP (7867). You may also submit a tip online at www.432stop.com, or utilize the "P3 Tips" app for crime tips.
