Crime & Safety
Door County, WI Fraud Case: 3 Arrested in Alleged $1.8M Scheme
STURGEON BAY, WI — Three people are in custody following a major fraud investigation spanning more than a decade, with authorities identifying 14 victims and approximately $1.8 million in combined fin
By Sophie Caldwell · 2026-11-06T18:28:10.890Z
STURGEON BAY, WI — Three people are in custody following a major fraud investigation spanning more than a decade, with authorities identifying 14 victims and approximately $1.8 million in combined financial losses across northeastern Wisconsin.
According to the Door County Sheriff 's Office, Thomas Kaczmarek, Jean Kaczmarek and Justin Kaczmarek were taken into custody Wednesday, Nov. 4, in connection with an alleged large scale theft and money laundering operation.
Investigation Uncovers $1.8 Million in Losses Investigators identified 14 victims during the investigation, with estimated combined losses totaling approximately $1.8 million.
Authorities applied for four search warrants and three seizure warrants as part of the case.
On Thursday, Nov. 5, law enforcement executed the warrants in the town of Nasewaupee in Door County and the town of Pembine in neighboring Marinette County.
The Sheriff's Office has not publicly detailed how the alleged operation functioned or specified the individual losses attributed to each victim.
Three Suspects Remain in Custody All three individuals appeared in Door County Circuit Court on Friday, Nov. 6, after being held at the Door County Jail.
The court established the following cash bond amounts:
Thomas Kaczmarek: $25,000 Jean Kaczmarek: $5,000 Justin Kaczmarek: $10,000 According to the Sheriff's Office, all three remained in custody following their court appearances.
Investigators Ask Fuel Customers to Come Forward The investigation remains active, and authorities are seeking additional information from people who conducted business with the individuals.
Specifically, investigators want to speak with anyone who paid Thomas, Jean or Justin Kaczmarek directly by cash or check for fuel delivery.
Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact Investigator Jon Gilson at 920 746 2555 .
Authorities have not announced a final victim count or the full extent of the alleged financial losses.
The three individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.