Spectrum News reports that Milwaukee police officer Nathan Enk, 33, has been charged with fourth-degree sexual assault and disorderly conduct. According to the criminal complaint, police were called to a South Milwaukee bar because of an intoxicated person, later identified as Enk. Investigators say he was escorted outside, where he asked a woman if he could kiss her and touch her breasts and then grabbed her breasts. The woman said she did not know him. Enk pleaded not guilty at an initial court appearance, and the court set a $5,000 signature bond with no-contact and sobriety conditions. He has been suspended since Sept. 21. Chief Jeffrey Norman called the incident concerning and noted that Enk is presumed innocent. His next court date is Oct. 27.
Why it matters
The case involves a criminal charge against a sworn officer, who has pleaded not guilty and remains presumed innocent. The department has suspended him while the case proceeds.
Charged: Prosecutors filed criminal charges. A charge is not proof of guilt, and the person is presumed innocent unless proven guilty. Researched with AI assistance from the sources listed here and reviewed under our methodology.