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Day: May 1, 2025

MERRILL POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT WEEK ENDING APRIL 27

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Police Department responded to 10 incidents last week. There was one call regarding a domestic disturbance, and one report of damage to public property. A traffic stop resulted in a driver operating with a revoked license being arrested for felony bail jumping. There was one call regarding a vehicle getting stuck in a car wash. Three incidents took place involving open warrants and probation violations.  There were two instances of theft, and one call for possession of illegal substances where students were found to be using…

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WPS WARNS OF NEW PHONE SCAM TARGETING NORTHERN WISCONSIN CUSTOMERS

Steve Dillon

Local residents are being urged to stay alert for a new phone scam targeting utility customers. Wisconsin Public Service warns of a sudden increase in scammers posing as WPS representatives and attempting to collect payments. Calls have been reported across northeast and north central Wisconsin. Scammers typically use familiar tactics, such as threatening customers with disconnection if they refuse to make a payment. Some customers have even been asked to provide banking information, or to use payment methods not authorized by WPS, such as direct payment or third-party apps. Anyone…

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