HorsePatrol

The original Milwaukee Police Horse Patrol began on April 13, 1929. The horses and all of the equipment were donated by the United
States Army. The patrol worked the downtown areas of Milwaukee and were assigned to the Traffic Bureau. The original patrol
lasted until September 20, 1948.
In 1996, Sergeant Fred Tice and Police Officer James Storney were able to bring back the patrol. Named the Historic Horse Patrol the
officers were used in parades and were involved in patrol at high profile events. In March 1999, the Horse Patrol returned as a full
time unit to the Milwaukee Police Department where it continues today.

A March 31, 1929 news article announces the formation of
Milwaukee's Horse Patrol.

Sgt. Fred Tice and P.O. James Storney outside
of City Hall as part of the "Historic Horse
Patrol." Photo courtesy of Sgt. Fred Tice

1936 Ptlm. Frank Kowalski, Capt. William Huebner, Ptlm. Harry
Kridler, Ptlm. Warren Fidlin, Ptlm. George Williams, and Ptlm.
Joseph Wedor photographed on Milwaukee's lakefront. Photo courtesy of Sgt.
Fred Tice

"The Four Hosremen"
This photo was taken on October 4, 1929 and is believed to be the
original four patrol horses. Lake Michigan is in the background. Photo
courtesy of Sgt. Fred Tice