Lieutenant Kyle Bergner’s interest in law enforcement originally stemmed from witnessing his father, who retired as a deputy chief of police, contribute to the community at every opportunity. Then, when his community came together to mourn and honor an officer killed in the line of duty, Lieutenant Bergner realized that public service was his calling.  

Lieutenant Bergner has accomplished much in his 13-year career, leading both the Patrol Division and Criminal Investigations Division, as well as becoming a use-of-force, firearms, and narcotics trainer and a Taser master instructor. Additionally, as a member of the Waukesha Police Department Tactical Team, he was promoted to sniper team leader.   

For the last four years, Lieutenant Berger has overseen his department’s Narcotics and Vice Unit. This position carries much responsibility and liability, yet Lieutenant Berger has exceeded his command staff’s expectations and led his team to be recognized as the Wisconsin Narcotic’s Officers Association Drug Unit of the Year. His Narcotics Unit has worked tirelessly to put together large-scale, complicated investigations that have impacted the health and safety of the community, including a prominent multiagency investigation that gained national attention.   

Lieutenant Bergner continues to serve as a part-time trainer at the Police Academy and finds motivation and fulfillment in being a mentor and role model while developing future law enforcement leaders. He also represents law enforcement in the community as a volunteer coach for youth wrestling, baseball, and football in the area.  

“I am extremely humbled each day that I am afforded the opportunity to serve the community I took an oath to protect.”