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Woman captured after Mauston Police sought public’s help

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5 years ago

May 20, 2019

A Mauston woman, convicted of substantial battery in 2017, has been charged again with a similar crime.

Linda Heyroth was charged in Juneau County with aggravated battery, false imprisonment and recklessly endangering safety, among other offenses for an incident that occurred Sunday afternoon.

A report of the incident was not immediately available.

The Mauston Police Department asked for the public’s help in finding the
57-year-old woman Sunday evening, posting a message on its Facebook page.

The New Lisbon Police Department took her into custody early Monday afternoon.

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Drew Kelly

Born in Decorah Iowa. I've been a news reporter for the last 10 years, starting right out of college in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Other professional opportunities led me to Marshalltown, Iowa and Antigo Wisconsin, before I finally was afforded the opportunity here in La Crosse. I've been here since 2016. I also act as the voice of local sports, doing play by play of high school and college football and basketball. When not working I enjoy golfing.