Waupaca County Sheriff’s Blotter: November 24 – December 4, 2025

Waupaca County-The Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office responded to a wide range of calls during the final week of November and the start of December, as holiday traffic, winter weather and routine community needs kept deputies busy across the county. From crashes and deer-related incidents to welfare checks, alarms, property complaints and school safety patrols, the reports reflect the day-to-day work done by deputies to keep residents safe. The following is a complete summary of significant and routine law-enforcement activity recorded between Monday, November 24, and the early morning hours of Thursday, December 4, 2025.

Monday, November 24, 2025

7:51 a.m. – Two-vehicle crash, Manawa area

Deputies responded to a two-vehicle motor vehicle crash in the Manawa area. The initial dispatch noted possible injuries.

8:26 a.m. – Suspicious vehicle at Camp Tamarack Baptist Camp, Town of Waupaca

A caller reported a black Ford F-parked truck had no front plate and the rear plate was partially obscured. The caller did not see trespassers but noted a history of trespassing and poaching on the property. Deputies checked the area and closed the call.

9:10 a.m. – Paper service, Waupaca

Civil process was attempted on a respondent at a Waupaca address. No one answered at the residence, though a dog was heard barking inside. Service was not completed.

9:26 a.m. – Welfare check, Hwy 45 area near New London

Deputies conducted a welfare check on a resident who had left a voicemail after midnight saying a furnace noise was frightening her. Records staff contacted her in the morning and she reported the furnace was still making a strange noise. A deputy followed up and cleared the call.

10:01 a.m. – Traffic complaint, Waupaca County

A caller reported a grey SUV that had been crossing both the fog line and centerline while traveling from the Shawano area. The caller was no longer following the vehicle but indicated willingness to provide a statement. Deputies attempted to locate the vehicle.

10:07 a.m. – Controlled burn, Town of Fremont

A controlled burn on County Highway H near Fremont was reported to the Sheriff’s Office. The call was originally entered as a contractor fraud complaint and later changed to a controlled burn after contact with the property owner. The burn was reported complete at 12:37 p.m.

Late morning – Civil process and traffic stops

Deputies handled several paper-service calls with successful in-person service on at least two cases, and they conducted traffic enforcement stops, including one where the driver was identified and released after records checks.

12:19 p.m. – Citizen assist, tanker truck routing

A tanker driver called from the Ware Street area seeking help with routing after discovering that Ware Street was closed. A deputy provided route assistance to keep the truck on appropriate roads.

Afternoon – Traffic complaint and 911 hangup• A traffic complaint was taken about a vehicle that had blown a stop sign in “the Burg” and passed another vehicle with oncoming traffic present. The suspect vehicle was described as a pickup with white under-lighting.• A 911 landline call from a Monona address disconnected after one ring. On callback, the caller confirmed the location and reported no emergency.

5:51 p.m. – Traffic complaint, rural Waupaca CountyA caller reported a pickup truck with underglow lighting that had just run a stop sign and then passed the caller’s vehicle with oncoming traffic. Deputies checked the area; the call was closed.

Evening and late night – Traffic stops, school patrol and follow-upsDuring the evening hours deputies conducted multiple traffic stops in the county and within the City of Weyauwega, a school extra-patrol, and follow-up coordination with a DNR warden. No major incidents were noted in those entries and several calls were closed after status checks and warnings.

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

1:00 a.m. – Welfare concern, Manawa area

A woman reported that relatives in the home were talking about taking her Social Security check and possibly harming her. She told dispatch she was packing her belongings and requested an officer. A deputy responded and the call was closed after contact.

Early morning – Business checks, animal problem, traffic stop

Deputies handled an animal problem call involving a deer in the roadway that needed to be dispatched, conducted business checks, and made a traffic stop around 4:50 a.m. in the Waupaca area.

7:49 a.m. – Traffic complaint, Scandi­na­via area

A red SUV was reported “swerving all over between lanes” near Smokey Valley Road.

7:53 a.m. – Property damage, Countryside Animal Hospital, Town of Waupaca

Staff at Countryside Animal Hospital reported vandalism to their parking lot. They believed a client may have hired someone to paint a handicap parking stall without permission, and they had a plate number for the vehicle involved. A deputy took the report.

8:02 a.m. – School extra patrol

Deputies conducted another extra patrol at a county school, with no incidents reported.

8:42 a.m. – 911 static and callback, Tigerton area

A landline 911 call came in with only static heard. Dispatch noted no concerning prior calls at the address, then called back and spoke with the resident, clearing the call as non-emergency.

9:00–3:00 p.m. – Disabled vehicle, traffic complaints and routine patrol

Through the late morning and afternoon, the Sheriff’s Office handled a disabled vehicle report, additional traffic complaints including vehicles operating without lights, and routine patrol activity.

4:34 p.m. – Deer in roadway, Scandinavia areaA caller reported a deer in the travel lane that needed to be dispatched. Address information was updated and the call was cleared.

5:08 p.m. – Rear-end crash, Hwy 54 and Hwy 110A two-vehicle crash was reported at the intersection of Highway 54 and Highway 110. The reporting party stated that she had rear-ended another car and was unsure about injuries. Deputies and dispatch updated the location information and handled the crash.

6:00 p.m. – Hit-and-run, Hwy 45

A driver reported being sideswiped while traveling northbound on Highway 45. The impact broke out a window and damaged the bumper on the reporting party’s Dodge minivan. The second vehicle did not stop, and the driver did not have a description of it. The case was entered as a hit-and-run crash.

Evening – Extra patrol and welfare check assist for another agency

Deputies provided extra patrol for the Iola Old Car Show grounds and completed a welfare-check assist on behalf of the Stevens Point Police Department. Both calls were cleared without major incident.

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Early morning – Possible tech-support scam, Town of Waupaca

A caller reported concern that her stepmother might be the victim of a scam after contact with someone claiming to be from “Microsoft.” The report indicated the stepmother was “soon to be out $150,000” and had been told not to tell anyone. A deputy documented the complaint and began looking into the situation.

7:19 a.m. – Tree in roadway, Hwy 22

A tree was reported blocking one lane of Highway 22 near Waupaca. County Highway was advised and the hazard was cleared.

7:24 a.m. – Commercial alarm

Deputies responded to a perimeter door alarm at a business. Dispatch was unable to reach key holders. The responding deputy checked the location, noted a vehicle plate, and cleared the alarm as secure.

7:42 a.m. – Missing cattle, rural Waupaca

A farm reported three black steers and one red Jersey missing since the previous night. The owners had been out on ATVs looking but had not seen the animals. A report was taken.

Morning to afternoon – Citizen assist and transports

Deputies assisted a parent who wanted help setting up parental controls on a child’s phone after switching providers, handled paper service, and completed prisoner transport and related duties.

(Additional Wednesday calls include more traffic stops, welfare checks, business checks, and civil matters.)

Thursday, November 27, 2025 – Thanksgiving Day

Mid-afternoon – Traffic stop, Hwy 10 / Royalton Street

Deputies conducted an afternoon traffic stop on a vehicle later identified as being driven by a local resident. The call closed after checks and contact.

4:20 p.m. – TRO-related contact dispute, Waupaca

A woman reported that the mother of her ex-husband, who is a respondent in a temporary restraining order, messaged her on Facebook about visitation with children. Deputies documented the TRO-related concern and followed up.

5:07 p.m. – Disabled pickup in lane of traffic

A Dodge pickup was reported disabled in the lane of traffic, with occupants standing near the centerline. Deputies responded to address the safety hazard.

8:10 p.m. – Death notification assist, rural Waupaca

The Dane County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance notifying a Waupaca County man of the death of his adult son. Deputies made the notification in person.

8:31 p.m. – Disorderly incident, Weyauwega residence

Deputies responded to a home in Weyauwega for a disorderly conduct complaint. The reporting party said a known woman was at the residence, they had gotten into a verbal argument, and both had been drinking. No weapons were reported. The incident was handled by deputies.

Late night – Traffic stop and car-deer crash

• Around 9:36 p.m. deputies stopped a white Ford Edge near Waupaca; the vehicle and driver were checked and released.

• At 10:49 p.m. a car-deer crash was reported. The vehicle was identified and the driver was noted as “no further services.”

Friday, November 28, 2025

2:30 a.m. – 911 about car-deer crash, Waupaca area

A 911 caller reported that a red car had struck a deer and that the female driver was still on scene. The call originally came in as a traffic complaint and was changed to a 911 hangup call after clarification.

3:38 a.m. – Mental health concern at a bar

A caller reported that a bartender named in the report had made multiple statements about wanting to kill himself while working at a bar. The caller believed the bartender was still at work and requested a welfare check. Deputies responded and handled the mental health call.

3:48 a.m. – Glassbreak alarm, Family Dollar in Iola

Deputies responded to a commercial glassbreak alarm at Family Dollar in Iola. The call was handled and cleared after deputies and dispatch coordinated with local agencies.

4:51 a.m. – Traffic hazardA traffic hazard was reported involving a named driver and vehicle; deputies handled the hazard and cleared the scene.

Late afternoon and evening – Multiple hazards, animal bite, domestic disturbance and traffic activity

Throughout the afternoon and evening of November 28, deputies handled:

• A report of a tree hanging over a power line and into the roadway.

• A traffic hazard involving a deer in the road.

• An animal bite case in the Manawa area, where a homeowner was bitten by her own cat and later treated at the New London ER. The cat was reported deceased.

• A disorderly-conduct complaint involving a male and female yelling and possibly throwing things inside a home where children were present. The caller said this was a recurring problem and that one party often left through a rear door when an officer arrived. Weapons and intoxication were unknown.

• Multiple traffic stops, business checks, and extra-patrol activity, including monitoring a property known for underage parties and later re-checking it when a gate was found open.

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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Saturday saw a sharp increase in weather-related crashes and animal calls as holiday weekend travel continued.

5:53 p.m. – Injured deer near Waupaca

A caller reported a deer struck between Flater Road and County Highway K that needed to be dispatched. Deputies responded and cleared the roadway.

5:58–6:19 p.m. – Several single-vehicle crashes

Multiple calls came in for vehicles sliding into ditches. One involved a “crossover slide-in” crash where the driver was already out of the vehicle, and another involved a vehicle that had reportedly flipped, though the driver was described as okay and trying to right the vehicle. Deputies and dispatch coordinated responses to these crashes.

6:19 p.m. – Pickup in ditch by Waupaca Mobil

A pickup truck went into the ditch near the Waupaca Mobil station on West Fulton Street. A truck stop was already en route; no injuries were reported.

6:21 p.m. – Cattle in the roadway, County Highway A

Deputies responded to multiple reports of cattle in the roadway on County Highway A. One follow-up note mentioned “tons of cows out” and one animal in particular causing concern. Owners and highway officials were coordinated.

6:38 p.m. – One-vehicle rollover near Fremont

Fremont Fire Department reported coming upon a one-vehicle rollover and turning around to check for injuries. Deputies and fire personnel coordinated the response.

7:25 p.m. – Vehicle in ditch near Waupaca Mobil

Another car was reported in the ditch near Waupaca Mobil, with no damage and no injuries. The call was cleared after checks.

7:37 p.m. – Disabled camper on Hwy A

A camper broke down eastbound in the roadway on County Highway A, and County Highway advised it would need to be removed. Deputies responded and coordinated removal.

8:28 p.m. – Suspicious small SUV at duplex, Waupaca area

A resident reported a small SUV that had pulled into a driveway about thirty minutes earlier. Footprints were observed up to both units of a duplex and a pair of men’s flip-flops was found in the driveway. Deputies documented the suspicious activity and cleared the scene.

9:22 p.m. – Crash involving Amherst-area driver

Deputies investigated another motor vehicle crash reported that night, with a named Amherst-area driver. The call was closed after investigation.

Sunday, November 30, 2025

By Sunday, freezing conditions led to multiple crashes, disabled vehicles and medical calls.

3:01 a.m. – Parking enforcement and sign damage

A parking enforcement call led to a report that a “keep right” sign had been struck by a vehicle. The vehicle was driveable and there were no injuries. The crash details were documented.

3:33–4:35 a.m. – Early-morning crashes

Deputies handled several early-morning ditch crashes, including a vehicle identified by plate that had gone off the road, and a separate crash reported by a Clintonville-area resident. These were handled as single-vehicle incidents with no serious injuries reported.

7:32 a.m. – Red Chevy Cavalier in ditch, County Highway A

A red Chevy was found off the road near County Highway A, with tracks leading to the vehicle but nobody inside. Deputies checked the area and noted that the call came in via WPSO.

7:39 a.m. – Ambulance call, Town of Waupaca

An ambulance was requested for a male who had fallen and was bleeding from the head. He was conscious and breathing. Med 12 responded to the scene.

7:57 a.m. – Crash reported by Canadian National Railroad

Canadian National Railroad reported a small gray pickup in the ditch. The driver was identified and reported as stuck but not injured.

8:22 a.m. – Commercial alarm, Waupaca

A commercial burglary alarm sounded at Neuville Motors,Dispatch initially could not reach key holders. Deputies checked the dealership; the alarm was cleared.

11:14 a.m. – Ditch crash involving older female driver

A vehicle went into the ditch. The report noted no apparent injuries and described the driver as an older female.

11:35 a.m. – Disabled vehicle, Waupaca

Deputies checked on a disabled vehicle identified by plate that was found unoccupied with no one around. The call was marked “no further services.”

11:52 a.m. – Hit-and-run crash, Town of Mukwa / New London area

A two-vehicle crash initially entered as a standard motor-vehicle crash was reclassified as a hit-and-run after one vehicle left the scene. Both vehicles had been drivable and there were no injuries, but one driver left before law enforcement arrival. The case was left in pending status.

12:35 p.m. – Crash on glare ice, Town of Waupaca

A crash was reported in an area where the town chair had already been advised of “glare ice.” The involved vehicle and plate were documented; conditions were noted as icy.

Afternoon – Extra patrol, traffic stop and follow-up

Deputies performed extra patrols, a traffic stop, and followed up with a DNR warden regarding a prior case.

9:27 p.m. – Pickup in ditch, tow en route

A pickup went into the ditch. A tow company from Oshkosh was already en route with a 25-minute ETA to pull it

out. Deputies responded and cleared the call once the vehicle was removed.

9:48 p.m. – Welfare check leads to death investigation

A welfare check was requested on a man with recent health issues who had not been heard from in about 24 hours. Deputies responded and the call resulted in a “Deaths” report, indicating that the subject was found deceased. The case was documented as a death investigation.

10:02 p.m. – Vehicle in ditch tied to earlier call

Deputies investigated another ditch crash involving a vehicle whose plate matched an earlier incident. The call noted the vehicle in the ditch and referenced it as the same vehicle from a prior crash number.

After midnight (December 1, 12:00–3:10 a.m.) – Business checks and Taco Bell alarm

Shortly after midnight deputies conducted business checks and extra patrols. Around 3:10 a.m. an alarm call came in from Taco Bell on West Fulton Street in Waupaca. Deputies checked the restaurant and addressed the alarm.

Monday, December 1, 2025

The Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office began the week with a mix of crashes, deer strikes, welfare checks, trespassing complaints, alarms, and routine patrol.

Traffic hazard and car deer crash near Symco

Around 6:45 a.m., a driver reported hitting a deer about a quarter mile east of an intersection near Symco. The deer was left in the lane of traffic and the incident was logged as a traffic hazard and car deer crash.

Delayed crash report from previous night

Just after 7:45 a.m., a driver called to report a motor vehicle crash that had occurred the previous evening around 7 p.m. Tags had advised the driver to contact the Sheriff’s Office. No obvious injuries were reported, but the damage was documented.

Medical 911 misdial resolved

At about 8:23 a.m., a 911 call initially came in for a woman who was reportedly unable to get up. When deputies followed up, she was able to move on her own and was not injured. The call was closed as a misdial.

Hunting trespass complaint via email

Shortly after 8:30 a.m., the Sheriff’s Office received an email from a hunter who leases land for hunting. He reported a party trespassing on the property he has leased since 2017 and wanted the matter documented.

Aggressive driving on Highway 45

Around 8:35 a.m., a caller reported a red Honda heading north on Highway 45 that had been tailgating and passing multiple vehicles in an unsafe manner. The vehicle information was passed on to deputies on patrol.

Citizen assist about zoning and permit issues

Later in the morning, deputies documented an emailed complaint tied to a conditional use permit and related concerns, after a resident reached out through the Waupaca County Sheriff email.

Hunting boundary dispute near property line

At about 9:16 a.m., a hunter called to report a trespassing concern tied to a neighboring hunter set up close to the property line. The caller stated they had permission from the landowner to hunt that property, while another person was hunting nearby. Deputies documented the dispute.

Car versus semi crash on westbound highway

Around 9:30 a.m., deputies responded to a crash where a black Chevrolet Impala was struck by a semi on a westbound highway. Initial dispatch notes indicated unknown injuries or entrapment. The crash was investigated and documented.

Landlord reports property damage by former renter

A landlord in contacted the Sheriff’s Office around 9:34 a.m. to report damage done by a previous renter and arranged to meet with a deputy later that day to file a property damage complaint.

Inmate transport to correctional facility

Around 10:25 a.m., a deputy transported one person from the Waupaca County Jail to Dodge Correctional. The trip and return were logged as a transport call.

Multiple 911 misdials and hangups checked

Late morning saw several 911 related calls. One was an accidental dial confirmed by a woman whose call came from a deactivated cell phone, and another came from a care facility in Embarrass where staff checked and reported no issues. All were closed after verification.

Disabled vehicle near roadway

Shortly after 11:15 a.m., deputies checked a disabled vehicle whose driver had pulled over to answer a phone call, then left once the call was finished.

Deer needing dispatch

At approximately 11:50 a.m., a caller reported a deer near a residence that needed to be dispatched. Deputies responded and handled the animal complaint.

Welfare check on possible elder abuse in Waupaca

Around 11:56 a.m., a woman called to report concerns about her father being abused by his wife, alleging claw marks on his face and incidents where she struck him with a cane. The father had reportedly told her he wanted his wife out of the house and wanted a divorce. Deputies conducted a welfare check and documented the allegations.

Aggressive driver brake-checking and blocking passing

Near noon, deputies took a traffic complaint on a Chevy TrailBlazer reported to have passed in a no passing zone, driven slowly, and brake-checked other drivers. The information was given to patrol units.

SUV and trailer crash near railroad tracks in Weyauwega

Just after noon, deputies responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a GMC Envoy towing a trailer near the railroad tracks in Weyauwega. The caller turned around to ensure the vehicle was unoccupied and to update dispatch.

Technical assist for phone and video evidence

Around 2 p.m., deputies assisted another agency with a cell phone extraction and video surveillance request tied to an ongoing investigation.

Fence struck in crash

About 2:21 p.m., a property owner called to report that a vehicle had struck their fence and appeared to be trying to leave. Deputies responded and investigated the crash.

Christmas tree in the roadAt 2:27 p.m., a caller reported a Christmas tree lying in a lane of traffic, creating a hazard. A deputy responded and had the obstruction removed.

Dog bite case brought to hospital

Around 2:32 p.m., parents brought a child to the hospital for a dog bite. Hospital staff notified the Sheriff’s Office and planned to call again once they returned home, so animal control requirements could be addressed.

Harassment complaint involving a neighbor with dementia

Just before 3 p.m., a resident came to the Sheriff’s Office lobby, hesitating to share details at first, and eventually reported ongoing problems with a neighboring person with dementia allegedly trespassing on his property and harassing him for several years. This was documented as a harassment complaint.

School extra patrol and radar enforcement

Deputies conducted an afternoon school safety patrol and radar enforcement along county roadways, with no major incidents noted.

Single-vehicle crash off roadway, no injuries

At about 3:42 p.m., deputies responded to a crash in which a Chevrolet Impala went off the roadway. No injuries were reported.

Domestic disturbance in downtown Waupaca

At 4:01 p.m., deputies were dispatched to a downtown Waupaca apartment for a domestic disturbance. A caller reported a man yelling at a woman and later saw a man walking away and a woman backing out in a SUV. The disturbance was handled by responding deputies.

911 hangup with no callback

Around 4:04 p.m., a 911 call came in with no voice contact and no location data. Dispatch was unable to call the number back, and the incident was documented as a 911 hangup.

Mustang in the ditch near Fremont

Just after 4:05 p.m., a Ford Mustang was reported in the ditch with no injuries. A wrecker was already on scene. Deputies confirmed the situation and cleared the call.

Evening paper service and additional crashes

Between 4:18 and 5:00 p.m., deputies carried out civil paper service and responded to another crash where a four-door SUV was found upright 40 to 50 feet off the roadway, with another driver apparently stopped to check on it.

Loose hound dog near Bridge Bar in Fremont

Around 6:00 p.m., a loose hound dog was seen near the Bridge Bar in Fremont. Deputies contacted the owner, who reported that the dog had just returned home. The animal complaint was closed.

Controlled burn reported

A controlled burn at a rural Waupaca address was reported to the Sheriff’s Office and documented.

Evening traffic enforcement and paper service

Around 6:16 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on a Ford Taurus and completed additional civil paper service later in the evening.

Disorderly conduct at Rawhide

At about 8:18 p.m., staff at a Rawhide facility reported that one youth had spit on a staff member. By the time deputies were notified, the youth was calm, and staff requested evaluation for a possible referral. The incident was documented as disorderly conduct.

Dollar General burglary alarm in Waupaca

Around 8:37 p.m., a burglary alarm sounded at Dollar General on West Fulton Street. The alarm was audible and key holders were initially unreachable. Deputies checked the business and cleared the scene.

Late night patrols, business checks and traffic stops

From about 9 p.m. through 10:30 p.m., deputies completed a series of school extra patrols and business checks at county facilities and local businesses, plus several traffic stops. No major issues were reported from those contacts.

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Overnight and into Tuesday, deputies handled animal calls, additional crashes, alarms, warrant transports, school patrols, hit-and-run complaints, and bar-related disturbances.

Deer dispatched in early morning hours

Around 1:13 a.m., a deputy documented dispatching a deer at the request of another officer.

Single-vehicle crash to avoid a deer

At about 1:32 a.m., a driver reported having gone off the road into a ditch to avoid a deer. The driver had already left the scene with a family member and planned to arrange a tow using roadside assistance. Deputies documented the crash and location.

Alarm at an office building near Highway 54

Just after 3:00 a.m., a burglary alarm activated at an office building. The alarm reported motion in an office hallway and at a main entry. Deputies and dispatch attempted to contact key holders and checked the building.

Vehicle into a tree with no one around

Around 3:56 a.m., county highway staff reported a white vehicle that had hit a tree, with no one around the car. A deputy responded, confirmed the vehicle appeared unoccupied, and documented the crash.

Daytime activity

Multiple school extra patrols

Around 9:00 a.m., deputies conducted several school extra patrols in Waupaca and Clintonville, including playground and parking lot checks during recess. Staff reported no issues, and deputies cleared without incident.

Controlled burn near Iola

Shortly after 9:14 a.m., a controlled burn was reported at a rural Iola address. The burn was logged and monitored as needed.

Disabled vehicle needing fuel at truck stop

Around 10:03 a.m., a disabled vehicle at a highway truck stop requested help after running low on fuel. Deputies responded and confirmed that a tow or assistance was on the way.

Transport on warrant and multiple paper services

Throughout late morning, deputies transported one person on a warrant, recorded several civil paper service attempts and c

ompletions, and recorded vehicle plate numbers for service verification.

Traffic complaint on semi crossing lanes

Just before noon, a driver reported a semi trailer that had been crossing both lanes of traffic and driving into the rumble strips, nearly running another semi off the road. Deputies documented the complaint for patrol units.

Afternoon

Mailbox and fire number knocked down

Around 3:52 p.m., a resident on Virginia Drive reported their mailbox and fire number had been knocked down the previous night. A license plate was left behind at the scene. Deputies followed up on the damage and vehicle information.

Hit-and-run in school parking lot

At about 3:54 p.m., a driver reported a hit-and-run in the parking lot at Readfield Elementary School. The reporting driver’s vehicle was struck on the driver’s side rear bumper area, with paint transfer left behind. A witness had seen the hit-and-run but had already left. The incident was documented as a hit-and-run crash.

Bail jump violation documented

Shortly after 4 p.m., a deputy documented probable cause to arrest a subject on two counts of misdemeanor bail jumping, after confirming an existing warrant through New London Police.

Car in ditch, unoccupiedAround 5:01 p.m., a blue vehicle was reported partially in the roadway in a ditch at Rural Road and Sanders Road. The vehicle was unoccupied, and the crash was documented.

Pedestrian welfare check near dark rural roadway

At 5:11 p.m., a caller reported two people wearing all black walking along the edge of the road, expressing concern they might be hit. Deputies responded and conducted a welfare check.

Paper service and warrant check

Later in the early evening, deputies continued civil paper service and checked an address to see if a wanted person was present, placing the warrant call in a hold status after initial attempts.

Car deer crash requiring a tow

Around 6:05 p.m., a driver reported hitting a deer and requested a tow. No injuries were reported.

Agency assist for New London burglary alarms

At about 7:02 p.m., deputies assisted New London Police with an alarm call involving multiple burglary motion alarms at a retail location, with key holders not yet reached.

Dead deer causing traffic hazard

Shortly before 7:45 p.m., a caller reported a dead deer in the roadway causing drivers to swerve. Deputies responded to remove the hazard.

Evening traffic stops, school patrol and business checksThroughout the evening, deputies performed several traffic stops, a school extra patrol, and multiple business checks at county facilities. One stop involved a vehicle with no headlights; another involved plate checks and status “hold” or “no further follow-up.”

911 call about nonfunctioning medical bed

Around 8:56 p.m., a man called 911 because his wife’s medical bed was not working. He declined an ambulance and said he was looking for someone to fix the equipment. Deputies documented the call and resolved it without medical transport.

Crash in Waupaca Mobil parking lot

Around 9:15 p.m., deputies responded to Waupaca Mobil on West Fulton Street for a vehicle that had tried backing out of a driveway and backed over a phone box. The vehicle, and the damage were documented.

Disorderly conduct at a bar

Just after 10 p.m., a bar patron reported being pushed by another person inside a bar on. Both parties were still on scene but separated, and the reporting party was outside, declining medical attention. Deputies responded and handled the disturbance.

Late night traffic enforcement and school patrol

From about 10:08 p.m. to just before midnight, deputies conducted multiple traffic stops, including checks on a vehicles, and continued school extra patrol and business checks at county facilities.

Suspicious gunshot heard near Clintonville

After midnight, at about 12:10 a.m. on December 3, a resident near Clintonville reported hearing a gunshot that sounded close by, possibly coming from a neighbor’s house. The sound had occurred about five minutes earlier. Deputies responded and checked the area.

Residential alarm near Manawa

Around 3:20 a.m., deputies responded to a residential alarm near Manawa that indicated an exit error at a garage door. Deputies checked the property and cleared the alarm.

Vehicle in ditch against power pole

At about 4:30 a.m., a county highway worker reported a gray-green Nissan in the ditch up against a power pole with no visible damage to the pole and no one at the vehicle. Deputies confirmed the situation and documented the crash.

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Wednesday brought more crashes on slick roads, animal calls, alarms, neighbor disputes, a hit-and-run, and a number of animal welfare and child welfare checks.

Van in the ditch on county highway

Around 6:06 a.m., deputies received a report of a van in the ditch on the southbound side of a county highway near the Highway Department. The driver had reportedly called once already and was out shoveling around the vehicle. Deputies checked the crash.

Object in the roadway becomes crash

Shortly after 6:13 a.m., a caller reported “something in the roadway.” Minutes later, another caller reported striking the object. Deputies logged a traffic hazard and a crash tied to the same incident, with a vehicle now damaged after hitting debris in the road.

Truck fire near Marion

Around 6:38 a.m., a caller on County Highway G near Marion reported that the dual rear wheels of a truck were on fire. The driver had attempted to put the fire out with an extinguisher but could not. Fire and law enforcement responded to the scene.

Vehicle slides down hill into power pole

At 8:24 a.m., a driver reported sliding down a hill and striking a power pole, seeing sparks at impact. Dispatch advised the driver to stay inside the vehicle until responders could make sure the scene was safe. Deputies and utility personnel followed up.

Reckless red Mazda speeding 80–100 mph

Just after 8:26 a.m., a caller reported a hatchback with a wolf design on the plate speeding between 80 and 100 mph, passing unsafely and nearly running the caller off the road. Deputies documented the complaint and attempted to locate the vehicle.

Deer dispatched

Around 9:40 a.m., a caller reported a deer that needed to be dispatched. Deputies responded and handled the animal complaint.

Lengthy citizen assist tied to prior domestic case

At about 9:39–9:50 a.m., a caller asked to speak to a deputy about a domestic situation and expressed frustration that someone was being released. She described health issues, mobility problems, and concerns about past events. The call was handled as a citizen assist.

Complaint about vehicle passing stopped school bus

Around 9:47 a.m., school transportation staff reported a blue or black Nissan Pathfinder that had passed a stopped school bus on Highway 45 near a residence the previous afternoon. The bus had its flashing lights on at the time. Deputies documented the complaint.

Business check and disabled vehicle

At 10:33 a.m., a deputy completed a business check. Around 10:47 a.m., deputies checked on a disabled vehicle pulled far enough off the road while it waited for a tow from Appleton.

Garage entry alarm near Scandinavia

At about 10:50 a.m., a garage entry sensor alarm went off at a residence near Scandinavia. Dispatch contacted a keyholder who provided an entry code, and deputies ensured there were no issues at the property.

Lost envelope containing cash

Just before 11:00 a.m., a caller reported losing approximately $1,200 in cash, likely in an envelope labeled with two first names. The caller believed it may have been lost at a Fremont bar, a boat landing, or near the local hotel. The loss was documented as a lost and found call.

Multiple paper services and traffic complaints

Late morning, deputies completed several civil paper services and took a traffic complaint on a westbound white semi whose black tarp was tearing and losing pieces onto the roadway.

School extra patrols, traffic stops, controlled burnsAround midday, deputies conducted a school extra patrol, multiple traffic stops, recorded another controlled burn in the Waupaca area, and continued paper service efforts.

Neighbor dispute involving damaged bushes and tractor pushing

At about 12:39 p.m., a Waupaca-area resident reported ongoing issues with a neighbor who allegedly ran over bushes and at one point jumped on a tractor and pushed the caller around. A deputy responded and documented the neighbor dispute.

Agency assist on traffic stop and 911 hangup from veterans home

Around 12:44 p.m., a deputy assisted another officer during a traffic stop. At 12:50 p.m., a 911 call came from a line at the Wisconsin Veterans Home. On callback, security transferred dispatch to a nurse, who explained they had misdialed while trying to call out. No emergency existed.

Welfare check on driver slumped against window

At about 12:57 p.m., a caller reported a man sitting in a newer truck with his head against the driver’s side window. Deputies checked the vehicle and occupant and closed the call as a welfare check.

911 hangup during workplace game

Around 1:24 p.m., a 911 hangup was traced to a workplace where a man later told dispatch he had accidentally dialed while playing a game with coworkers. There was no emergency.

Warrant transport from jail

At about 1:40 p.m., a deputy picked up one person on a warrant and transported them from the Waupaca County Jail to another facility.

Disabled vehicle and controlled burn

Shortly after 1:42 p.m., deputies checked on a disabled vehicle and documented it as “status OK,” and another controlled burn was reported along West Silver Lake Drive.

Message delivery from ThedaCare New London

Around 1:48 p.m., the Sheriff’s Office was asked to make contact with a man and have him call a specific nurse at ThedaCare New London. A deputy went to find the person, who was known to drive a gray Ford truck.

Report of silver SUV swerving

At 1:48 p.m., another caller reported a SUV swerving and nearly driving off the shoulder several times. Deputies noted the partial plate and complaint.

Minivan hits Fleet Farm service center wall

Just after 2:03 p.m., deputies responded to Fleet Farm in Waupaca where a minivan had struck the service center. The driver was seen limping and stumbling. The crash and the driver’s condition were checked.

DNR follow up and gas drive-off at Royalton Station

At 2:10 and 2:17 p.m., a deputy coordinated follow-up with a DNR warden on an unrelated case and assisted Royalton Station in New London after a customer drove off without paying for $32.26 in fuel.

One-vehicle rollover near Lind Center

Around 2:43 p.m., a 911 caller reported a one-vehicle rollover near the intersection of Lind Center and County Highway EE, with unknown injuries or entrapment. Deputies, fire and EMS responded

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Transport from jail to hospital

Around 3:24 p.m., deputies transported a person from the jail to ThedaCare Waupaca for medical care.

Gold Cross on standby

Mid-afternoon, Gold Cross EMS was placed on standby at ThedaCare New London at the request of a deputy involved in an ongoing case.

Evening 911 hangups, transports and citizen assists

Between 4:21 p.m. and 4:35 p.m., deputies handled a 911 hangup where a woman answered on callback and denied dialing, conducted another inmate transport, and spoke with a caller worried about a family cat being left alone at home while its owner was in custody in another county. A welfare check on the animal was requested.

Animal welfare and deer dispatch calls

Late in the afternoon, a caller reported a black dog left outside repeatedly and believed the dog had been outdoors about 40 minutes at that time. Deputies checked on the dog. Another caller reported a deer needing to be dispatched; the incident was held for night shift to complete.

Welfare check on children with parent in custody

Soon after, a caller requested a welfare check on a house where one parent was in custody in another county, worrying that children might be home alone. Deputies responded to verify that the children were not left without an adult.

Hit-and-run involving pickup near Bear Creek

Around 5:54 p.m., a driver reported that a smaller truck had struck them and left the scene. No injuries were reported, and the caller was now at a Bear Creek gas station. Deputies documented the hit-and-run.

Multiple deer and animal calls in Tigerton area

From about 6:02 to 6:23 p.m., several callers in the Tigerton area reported injured deer along the roadside that needed to be dispatched. In at least one case a passing motorist reported that the deer had already been taken care of by another person.

Evening 911 hangup, business checks and traffic stops

After 7:37 p.m., a 911 call came in with the sound of a child and adult talking in the background and no clear emergency. Deputies attempted callback and documented the call as a hangup. Deputies also completed business checks, several traffic stops and a school extra patrol throughout the evening.

Teen bitten by family dog

Around 9:17 p.m., ThedaCare Waupaca reported that a teen had been bitten by a family dog and was in triage. Deputies documented the animal bite and prepared to follow up with the family regarding quarantine procedures.

Late night deer hazard and early morning agency assist

Near 10:54 p.m., a caller reported a deer carcass in the right lane of a highway north of Manawa, creating a traffic hazard. Deputies had it removed. Just after midnight, the Sheriff’s Office handled an administrative agency assist with Shawano County tied to a data message.

Overnight school patrols, traffic hazards and stops

Between 2 a.m. and 5:30 a.m. on December 4, deputies completed school extra patrols, multiple traffic stops on Highway 10 and other roadways, and responded to a report of a tree partially blocking Black Lake Road. Vehicles could still get around, but the hazard was logged and addressed.

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This period brought a steady mix of weather-related crashes, animal calls, disturbances, welfare checks and routine patrol work, showing the wide scope of situations deputies handled across Waupaca County. As winter conditions settle in and holiday travel continues, residents are encouraged to stay alert on local roads and report concerns when needed.

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