10/14/2026
Friday, October 2, 2026
THEFT COMPLAINT: At 3:24 pm, police received a report of an extension cord, axe, and chainsaw that had gone missing within the past two weeks in the 100 block of Clay Street. The incident was documented and remains under investigation.
ASSIST CITIZEN: At 4:32 pm, police spoke with a male resident who had lost his housing and provided him with information regarding available options. Police also assisted him with obtaining a tent, blanket, and pillow.
TRAFFIC ACCIDENT: At 5:15 pm, police responded to the 1400 block of East Division Street for a reported hit-and-run involving a parked vehicle. Police identified and spoke with both parties involved, who exchanged information. Police documented the vehicle damage and completed a crash report.
TRAFFIC: At 8:48 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 52-year-old Neillsville male for a lighting violation.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
TRAFFIC: At 1:47 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 41-year-old Sparta male for speeding.
ASSIST SHERIFF: At 5:50 pm, police assisted the Clark County Sheriff’s Office with a traffic stop in the 100 block of Grand Avenue.
911 CALL: At 6:25 pm, police responded to an open 911 call in the 1100 block of East Division Street. Police checked the area and determined the call was accidental, and everything was okay.
TRAFFIC: At 6:46 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 23-year-old rural Neillsville female for operating a motor vehicle without an adequate muffler, a registration display violation, and operating without carrying a driver’s license.
TRAFFIC: At 9:15 pm, police issued a traffic citation to a 37-year-old Saint Paul, MN, male for operating while revoked and speeding.
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY: At 9:30 pm, police received a report of an ATV or UTV repeatedly driving around a residence in the 200 block of East Division Street, and possible suspicious activity near the property. The reporting party requested extra patrol in the area.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
911 CALL: At 11:53 am, police responded to the 200 block of Hewett Street for a 911 hang-up. Police patrolled the area and did not find anyone in distress; everything appeared fine.
DOMESTIC CONCERN: At 6:09 pm, police received a report of a possible domestic situation involving a friend of the complainant. The complainant declined to provide identifying information and was provided information for advocacy resources.
TRAFFIC: At 7:07 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 47-year-old female from Saint Paul, MN, for speeding.
TRAFFIC: At 7:50 pm, police issued a traffic citation to a 37-year-old male from Saint Paul, MN, for passing in a no-passing zone.
TRAFFIC: At 8:12 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 30-year-old Black River Falls male for operating a motor vehicle without an adequate muffler and unnecessary acceleration.
Monday, October 5, 2026
ASSIST SHERIFF: At 12:05 am, police assisted the Clark County Sheriff’s Office at a residence on Sherwood Road with an attempt to locate an individual. Police and Sheriff’s deputies were unable to locate the individual, and no further action was taken.
911 CALL: At 8:47 am, police responded to an accidental 911 call from the 500 block of Grand Avenue. Police checked the area and confirmed everything was okay.
ASSIST CITIZEN: At 11:41 am, police received a report regarding text messages exchanged between two property owners. The incident was documented, and the matter remains inactive at this time.
TRAFFIC: At 6:36 pm, police issued a traffic warning to an 87-year-old Neillsville male for a lighting violation.
TRAFFIC: At 7:33 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 53-year-old rural Neillsville male for a lighting violation.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
FRAUD: At 8:45 am, police received a report from a 54-year-old Neillsville male who reported that a check he had written was altered by another individual. This matter remains under investigation.
PROBATION HOLD: At 9:15 am, police responded to the 400 block of Hewett Street and placed a 40-year-old unhoused male into custody on a probation hold. Police transported the individual to the Clark County Jail without incident.
TRAFFIC ACCIDENT: At 11:44 am, police responded to a minor two-vehicle accident in the 300 block of West 5th Street. The accident was not reportable, and the drivers exchanged information.
TRESPASSING COMPLAINT: At 1:07 pm, police responded to the 2400 block of Pitcher Street regarding a trespassing complaint.
911 CALL: At 2:39 pm, police received an accidental 911 call from Boon Blvd. Police checked the area and confirmed everything was okay.
911 CALL: At 3:18 pm, police responded to an accidental 911 call in the 500 block of Hewett Street. Police checked the area and confirmed everything was okay.
HARASSMENT COMPLAINT: At 7:11 pm, police received a report from a female regarding ongoing verbal harassment and threats from a neighbor in the 300 block of Court Street. Police provided the complainant with information on how to obtain a restraining order.
TRAFFIC: At 7:17 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 31-year-old Fond du Lac male for a lighting violation.
FOUND PROPERTY: At 11:07 pm, police located a set of vehicle and house keys left in a lock at a local building in the 400 block of East Division Street. The keys were turned over to the appropriate individual, and the building was secured.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY: At 3:09 am, police received a report of a male running near a residence and possible suspicious activity around a vehicle in the 300 block of Hewett Street. Police checked the area but were unable to locate anyone suspicious.
TRAFFIC: At 7:55 am, police issued a traffic citation to a 42-year-old Neillsville female for operating while suspended.
PARKING COMPLAINT: At 8:15 am, police located the owner of a vehicle parked in the municipal lot and needed to be removed for Public Works. The vehicle owner advised she would remove it immediately.
TRAFFIC: At 9:44 am, police issued a traffic warning to a 41-year-old Marshfield male for speeding.
TRAFFIC: At 2:05 pm, police issued a traffic citation to a 28-year-old Neillsville male for operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license.
TRAFFIC: At 3:20 pm, police issued a traffic warning to an 80-year-old Neillsville female for a lighting violation.
TRAFFIC: At 3:30 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 38-year-old rural Neillsville female for a lighting violation.
TRAFFIC: At 3:34 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 49-year-old rural Neillsville male for a lighting violation.
TRAFFIC COMPLAINT: At 3:40 pm, police received a report of vehicles attempting to drive around a school bus while children were exiting in the 400 block of Clay Street. Extra patrols were requested.
TRAFFIC: At 5:08 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 47-year-old rural Neillsville male for a lighting violation and an illegible license plate.
CIVIL COMPLAINT: At 5:58 pm, police received a request from a female seeking assistance to retrieve personal property left at another individual's residence in the 200 block of East 4th Street. Police attempted to contact the individual but were unsuccessful. The complainant was advised to attempt to resolve the matter directly and to contact police if further assistance was needed.
PROPERTY DAMAGE: At 6:38 pm, police received a report of damage to a bicycle in the 300 block of Ferguson Street. Police met with the owner, who made arrangements to place the bicycle in storage for safekeeping.
TRAFFIC: At 8:14 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 45-year-old Loyal female for speeding.
TRAFFIC: At 8:20 pm, police issued a traffic warning to a 36-year-old Granton female for a lighting violation.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
TRAFFIC: At 4:33 am, police issued a correction notice/warning to a 21-year-old rural Neillsville male for operating a motor vehicle without proof of insurance and an inadequate muffler. The male was also issued a traffic warning for operating without proof of insurance and for unnecessary acceleration.
PROBATION HOLD: At 2:45 pm, police responded to Boon Blvd. and took a 30-year-old Antigo male into custody on a probation hold. The individual was transported to the Clark County Jail without incident.
ASSIST SHERIFF: At 10:20 pm, police assisted the Clark County Sheriff’s Office with an OWI arrest by monitoring an individual in custody while a search warrant for a legal blood draw was secured. The assistance was completed without incident.
Friday, October 9, 2026
ASSIST SHERIFF: At 12:05 am, police assisted the Clark County Sheriff’s Office with a traffic stop and an OWI arrest.
FOUND PROPERTY: At 8:52 am, police recovered a wallet from the 10 block of Clay Street. Police were able to identify the owner, and the wallet was returned.
DISABLED VEHICLE: At 10:35 am, police responded to a disabled vehicle parked in a private driveway near a local business in the 100 block of East Division Street. Police assisted the motorist, and arrangements were made for the vehicle to be towed.
The above is some, not all, of the criminal arrests, referrals, and traffic violations handled by the Neillsville Police Department.
Jim Mankowski
Chief of Police
City of Neillsville Police Dept. (NVPD
