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3 days ago
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Wisconsin deputy hospitalized after exposure to meth smoke during search warrant
WHEATLAND, Wis. (WFRV) – A Vernon County deputy was hospitalized Thursday evening after being exposed to second-hand methamphetamine smoke while executing a search warrant in the town of Wheatland. According to the Vernon County Sheriff's Office, the deputy was treated at a nearby hospital and has since been released. Officials say the deputy is expected to return to duty. Loaded AR-15 found during traffic stop in Wisconsin; one arrested During the incident, Kyle J. Backlund, 35, of Viroqua, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and felony bail jumping. Authorities noted that Backlund's arrest was unrelated to the original warrant being served. Backlund had previously been arrested in a drug-related case on May 29. He was released from custody on June 4 on a $1,000 signature bond—just 33 hours before the deputy was exposed. Two teens arrested after early morning burglary in Fond du Lac The Vernon County Sheriff's Office says the investigation remains ongoing and additional arrests may be forthcoming. 'This is poison affecting our community, and we will put forward our best effort to locate the source,' the Sheriff's Office stated. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
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Deputies: Driver crashes into postal worker in Wisconsin after waiving to Amish farmer
CASHTON, Wis. (WFRV) – Deputies in western Wisconsin say two people suffered minor injuries when one driver crashed into the back of a postal worker while allegedly waving to an Amish farmer. Around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 6, deputies with the Vernon County Sheriff's Office responded to a two-vehicle crash on Oneida Road in Cashton, just outside the Town of Clinton. Deputies say a pickup truck was driving north when he reportedly looked out his passenger window to wave at a 'farmer in the Amish community.' At the same time, a postal worker was pulling away from a mailbox after making a delivery. WisDOT: Deer crashes rise during late spring, officials urge drivers to stay alert The pickup truck reportedly braked and steered left while the postal worker accelerated and turned right. However, the truck crashed into the left rear of the postal worker. Vernon County Sheriff's Office Vernon County Sheriff's Office Both drivers were wearing seatbelts and were treated by first responders but refused additional treatment. The crash remains under investigation. No additional information was provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WFRV Local 5 - Green Bay, Appleton.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
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California man identified as source of threat to Wisconsin non-profit, charges possible
LA FARGE, Wis. (WFRV) – A California man has been identified as the alleged source of a threatening phone call made to a Wisconsin-based non-profit, and possible charges are under review. Authorities say 23-year-old Gabriel Anthony Autio Ramirez of Santa Cruz, California, made a threatening call to leadership at OrganicEye, a La Farge area watchdog organization focused on oversight in the organic farming industry. Boat capsizes on Wisconsin River, search for two missing boaters continues Before the call in February 2024, the Vernon County Sheriff's Office had also received reports of threatening emails sent to the group in late 2023. Working alongside OrganicEye's technical staff, investigators obtained and executed search warrants on two service providers. The information led detectives to Ramirez, who is employed by CCOF, the nation's largest USDA-accredited organic certifier. The threats reportedly began shortly after OrganicEye filed a formal complaint against CCOF, alleging federal law violations related to conflicts of interest. CCOF has cooperated with the investigation and is not believed to be involved beyond Ramirez. Brown County Tavern League significantly expands SafeRide program for 2025 NFL Draft The case has been referred to the Vernon County District Attorney's Office. Ramirez has not been charged, but he could face felony charges for threats to injure and a misdemeanor for unlawful use of a telephone. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Vernon County Sheriff's Office at (608) 637-2123. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
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Wisconsin sheriff arrests two suspects for stealing $30k worth of various property, includes sawed-off shotgun and drugs
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) – Crawford County Sheriff Dale McCullick reported that a lengthy investigation into a burglary led to the arrest of two individuals on Saturday According to a Facebook post from the Crawford County Sheriff's Office, authorities executed a search warrant at a property located at 53604 CTH S in the Township of Seneca, where stolen items were believed to be hidden. Officials report that 44-year-old Charles Kirch, and 42-year-old Angela Ziegler who live at the location, are suspected of burglarizing a cabin and stealing an estimated $30,000 worth of various property. The stolen items included firearms, tools, electronics, furniture, a wood-burning stove, a ladder, and more. Wisconsin sheriff's department arrests two suspects for child porn and bestiality charges During the search, law enforcement officers reportedly found several stolen items, including a sawed-off shotgun, methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and a stolen rifle. Kirch and Ziegler were arrested and taken to the Crawford County Jail. Kirch faces multiple charges, including burglary, theft, felon in possession of a firearm, possession of a sawed-off shotgun, and bail-jumping. Ziegler is charged with burglary, theft, possession of a sawed-off shotgun, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and bail-jumping. The investigation was assisted by the Vernon County Sheriff's Office, Richland County Sheriff's Office, and Crawford County Highway Department. No further information has been provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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26-02-2025
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Wisconsin woman with 2-year-old passenger arrested for 5th OWI after multiple traffic violations
WESTBY, Wis. (WFRV) – A woman from western Wisconsin was arrested on her fifth OWI offense after committing multiple traffic violations while driving with a 2-year-old child on Tuesday afternoon. According to the Vernon County Sheriff's Office, dispatch was notified of a car driving erratically on US Highway 14 around noon on February 25. It was reported that the vehicle crossed the centerline at 'varied speeds' and was following another vehicle too closely while traveling east through Coon Valley. After deputies requested help from the Westby Police Department, the vehicle was stopped on US Highway 14 near the intersection of Sherpe Road in Viroqua. Metro bus crashes into Wisconsin restaurant after passenger attacks driver, suspect flees After an investigation, the driver, later identified as 35-year-old Kelli E. Doughman of La Crosse, was taken into custody for OWI – Fifth Offense around 1:30 p.m. Deputies say that Doughman had been driving with a 2-year-old passenger. Due to a child being in the car, the Vernon County Department of Human Services was called to assist with the incident. It was noted in the release that a search warrant was sought to obtain further evidence and was authorized by the Vernon County Circuit Court. No additional information was provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
