December 17, 2024 – Bluejay 96.3FM 730AM

MERRILL POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 15

December 17, 2024December 17, 2024 Steve DillonMERRILL POLICE DEPARMENT REPORT

MERRILL – The Merrill Police Department responded to nine incidents last week. There was one report of theft, and one report of fraud. There were two reports of probation violations, two instances of domestic disturbances and three calls for disorderly conduct, with all three occurring at local residences. There were two reports of property damage, one of those where an individual’s tires were slashed.

WISCONSIN DNR URGES OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS TO BE CAUTIOUS DURING WINTER ACTIVITIES

December 17, 2024December 17, 2024 Steve DillonDNR ICE AND SNOWMOBILE SAFETY

NORTHERN WISCONSIN – The Wisconsin DNR is urging residents to remain cautious of quickly changing ice conditions on lakes and waterways, which are especially common during the early and late parts of winter. Additionally, snowmobilers are advised to slow down, stay on marked trails, dress appropriately, carry a first aid kit, and never travel alone. State law prohibits those over the age of 12 and born after January 1st of 1985 from operating a snowmobile without a valid safety education certificate. You can visit dnr.wisconsin.gov/Education/OutdoorSkills/IceSafety for more information.

MERRILL FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 15

December 17, 2024December 17, 2024 Steve DillonMerrill Fire Department Report

MERRILL – The Merrill Fire Department responded to 36 calls last week, bringing the total for 2024 to 2,196 calls. There were 31 calls requesting EMSservices. There were two reports of carbon monoxide incidents in Merrill during the week, one on North Thomas St on Tuesday December 10th and the second on Lark St on Friday December 13.