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Vernon County Sheriff’s Report 8-24 thru 8-31
2 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in State News
8/24 The sheriff’s office responded to a disorderly conduct call in the Town of Franklin. The suspect was no longer at the residence but was later contacted and arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Battery.
8/24 A deputy responded to the scene of a vehicle versus dog crash on US Highway 14 south of the roundabout. The dog died as a result of the accident.
8/24 A traffic stop was initiated on Liberty Street in the Town of Wheatland. The driver was taken into custody and processed for Felony Bail Jumping, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Methamphetamine. The passenger was processed for Carrying a Concealed Weapon and Fail/Label Prescription-Patients Name. Both occupants were transported to the Vernon Couty Detention Center.
8/25 A call was received reporting that horses were running down Cherry Grove Road in the Town of Viroqua. A deputy was dispatched to the area, but no horses were observed.
8/26 Kickapoo Kwk Stop in Readstown reported an apparent accidental gas drive-off. A deputy contacted the driver at their residence, and the matter was resolved.
8/27 A deputy conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the Town of Bergen. The driver was given a warning for speeding and not having proof of insurance.
8/27 A dog owner on West Street in the Village of Stoddard called to report their dog had been attacked by two neighborhood dogs and needed veterinary attention for its injuries. The owner of the two dogs was located and received a citation due to multiple recent reports regarding the dogs running at large.
8/28 Sheriff’s deputies and the La Farge Police Department responded to a residence on Mill Street in the Village of La Farge for a domestic disturbance. A female was arrested on a probation hold and transported to the Sheriff’s Office Detention Center.
8/29 A package delivery driver reported being bitten by a dog while on his delivery route on County Road N in the Town of Sterling. The driver sought medical care. Following the rabies control policy and state statutes, the owners were served the Vernon County Animal Bite Order.
8/30 Sheriff’s Office 911 Dispatch received notice from Richland County that a male was found lying in the grass on North Main Street in the Village of Viola and EMS was dispatched. Deputies from both counties also responded. The male was evaluated and declined medical care but was taken into custody for active warrants and drug paraphernalia.
8/30 A sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to County Road SS in the Town of Viroqua for report of a male cashing some stolen checks. The male was taken into custody and transported to the Vernon County Detention Center.
|
Call Type |
This Week |
2025 Year to Date |
|
Alarm Responses |
10 |
393 |
|
Animal Related Issues |
38 |
928 |
|
Assisting Municipalities |
35 |
1161 |
|
Crimes Against People |
11 |
574 |
|
Crimes Against Property |
20 |
451 |
|
Domestic Crimes |
4 |
108 |
|
Fire Responses |
25 |
1663 |
|
K9 Calls |
1 |
46 |
|
Medical Responses |
45 |
1301 |
|
Mental Health Cases |
0 |
131 |
|
Missing Person Investigations |
1 |
56 |
|
Public Talks |
3 |
78 |
|
Safety Escorts |
5 |
152 |
|
School Walk Throughs |
1 |
318 |
|
Search and Rescues |
1 |
13 |
|
Security Checks |
115 |
4205 |
|
Serving Legal Documents |
14 |
549 |
|
Suspicious Activity |
22 |
606 |
|
Threat Investigations |
1 |
52 |
|
Traffic Accidents |
12 |
686 |
|
Traffic Related Investigations |
79 |
3974 |
|
Vehicle Lockouts |
4 |
223 |
|
Weapons Investigations |
0 |
9 |
|
Unclassified Calls for Service |
53 |
1960 |
|
TOTAL CALLS FOR SERVICE |
532 |
20841 |
|
COUNTY JAIL ADMISSIONS |
14 |
432 |
Free Health Screenings with free healthy breakfast to be held in Wonewoc September 23rd
2 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Emplify Health by Gundersen Hillsboro Area is offering free health screenings as part of their commitment to community health. The screenings will take place at the Wonewoc Public Library between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. Appointments are required.
Screenings will consist of a free cholesterol panel and fasting blood glucose test – both of which require a single finger prick of blood and could help indicate unknown health conditions such as high cholesterol or risk of diabetes. Individuals can also have their blood pressure and BMI checked, chat one on one with a diabetes educator, and enjoy a free healthy breakfast.
The free health screenings are designed to help individuals learn more about managing their health and reducing their risk of developing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure – all of which can lead to major conditions such as heart disease, stroke, heart attack, chronic kidney disease and more.
Cholesterol and fasting blood glucose tests require nine hours of fasting prior to taking the test. Free health screenings last approximately 20 minutes and are by appointment only. There are a limited number of appointments available, so participants are encouraged to call early to schedule their appointment. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (608) 464-3575.
Juneau County Sheriff Sales
2 weeks
3rd Annual Dirty Turtle Golf Outing Taking Place this Saturday
2 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
The 3rd Annual Dirty Turtle Golf Outing
? Saturday, September 6, 2025 | ? Hiawatha Golf Course – Tomah, WI
? Benefiting the Russell Dillin Memorial Fund
? We’re looking for:
– Raffle basket donations
– Silent auction items
– Hole prizes
– Event sponsors (Bronze $100, Silver $250, Gold $500)
? Open to the public – golf, donate, or get involved!
? For details or to register/donate, use the link below:
? https://events.golfstatus.com/…/2025-the-3rd-annual…
? Questions? Call/text Chloe at (608) 547-2404
Let’s make this event the biggest yet in Russell’s honor! ? #DillinStrong
Rural Wonewoc Youngster Steals Vehicle Before Crashing It
2 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Chief Patrick Clark of the Hillsboro Police Department reports that on August 29, 2025, the Hillsboro Police Department and Vernon County Sheriff’s Office investigated a single-vehicle crash on the 1200-block of High Ave, in the City of Hillsboro. The vehicle left the road, damaging an unoccupied building.
At 2:43 a.m., Vernon County Dispatch received an automated crash detection, followed by a call from a male party reporting that his friend had crashed a stolen vehicle but was unsure of the crash location or his friend’s identity. At 3:20 a.m., Hillsboro Fire Department members located a white Kia Sorento that had crashed into an unoccupied building near the intersection of High Avenue and Darcy Drive, with significant damage to the vehicle and building.
Dispatch contacted an Officer with the Hillsboro Police Department, who recognized the caller and noted he was with a known juvenile and an unknown male earlier that night. A deputy later stopped two males walking near the crash scene matching their descriptions. One was identified as the juvenile; the other refused to identify himself but would ultimately be identified as Evan D. Harrison, 20, of rural Wonewoc.
Law enforcement gathered evidence linking Harrison to the crash and theft of the Kia Sorento. He was arrested and booked into the Vernon County Detention Center on charges of Criminal Damage to Property, Operating a Vehicle Without Owner’s Consent, Reckless Driving, and Operating While Under the Influence. A Probation Hold was also placed on him through the Wisconsin Department of Corrections.
The investigation is ongoing. Additional charges may be forthcoming through the Vernon County District Attorney’s Office. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Assistance at the scene was provided by:
- Hillsboro Area Fire Department
- Hillsboro Area Ambulance Service
- Peterson Towing
- Alliant Energy
Tomah Fire Department Responds to Early Morning Fire at Windy Ridge Care Facility
3 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
At approximately 2:33 a.m. on August 29, 2025, the Tomah Fire Department was dispatched to 321 Butts Avenue, the Windy Ridge Care Facility, for a report of a fire in the cafeteria area.
Upon arrival, firefighters found that an activated sprinkler head had already suppressed the fire. Crews confirmed the fire was fully extinguished and conducted an investigation into the cause. The fire was determined to have originated in a trash can, and the cause is believed to be the careless use of smoking materials.
Thanks to the quick actions of staff members, residents were safely evacuated from the immediate area, and no injuries were reported. After the situation was under control, all residents were allowed to return to the building.
Assisting at the scene were the Monroe County 911 Communications Center, Tomah Area Ambulance Service and the Tomah Police Department.
The Tomah Fire Department commends the facility staff for their swift response and the effectiveness of the building’s fire sprinkler system in preventing further damage.
