The Green Bay Police Department (GBPD) is aware of the cell phone videos circulating on social media showing an arrest made by our officers on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
This arrest occurred at Bay Beach Amusement Park following the report of a suspicious person who allegedly made uncomfortable comments to a park employee and caused fear.
During the encounter, officers determined a need to arrest. The suspect subsequently resisted, and force was used to take him into custody.
The Brown County District Attorney’s Office charged John Alexander, 38, on June 13, 2025:
- Disorderly Conduct
- Resisting an Officer
Per GBPD policy, all use of force is reviewed for policy compliance:
https://www.greenbaywi.gov/1223/Policy-Manual.
In addition, we can confirm that the camera crew at the scene of the incident is from COPS TV.
No further details are currently planned for release.
Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to call Green Bay Police at (920) 448-3200 and reference case #25-227673. 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.
