Woman Arrested in Mondovi on Methamphetamine Charges

Suspect Gives Fake Name and Flees from Officer

MONDOVI, Wis. (WEAU) – An incident in Mondovi on Wednesday morning led to the arrest of a 35-year-old woman, Racquel Krueger, who now faces multiple charges, including possession of methamphetamine. The suspect attempted to evade law enforcement authorities by providing a false identity and fleeing the scene.

Tense Moments Unfold in Parking Lot Encounter

At approximately 8:31 a.m. on January 3rd, an officer attempted to make contact with Krueger in a parking lot. Sensing the presence of law enforcement, she quickly resorted to deception and provided a fake name. In a bid to evade arrest, she then made a hasty escape on foot.

Charges Recommended by Authorities

As a consequence of her actions, Krueger will face charges of resisting and obstructing an officer, possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and violation of probation. These charges will be presented to the Buffalo County District Attorney for further legal proceedings.

Department of Corrections Supervision and Active Warrant

During the incident, it was revealed that Krueger was under the supervision of the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. Furthermore, an active warrant had been issued for her arrest due to probation violations.

Following her apprehension, Krueger was promptly transported to the Buffalo County Jail to await further legal proceedings.

Initial Report Triggers Law Enforcement Response

The Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting a suspicious woman inside a parked van on the 100 block of North Eau Claire Street in Mondovi. Concerns were raised that she may be under the influence of illicit substances.

Responding swiftly to the report, an officer arrived at the scene and initiated contact with the individual. Unbeknownst to the officer, the woman provided a false identity, further complicating the situation.

K9 Unit Assists in Narcotics Detection

To aid in the search for possible drugs, law enforcement deployed a K9 unit to the scene. This specialized team is trained to detect the presence of narcotics with precision and reliability.

During the incident, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were discovered, strengthening the case against the suspect.

Krueger’s Arrest and Identification

Following an intense pursuit, the woman was eventually apprehended and identified as Racquel Krueger. The arrest concluded the alarming events that unfolded in Mondovi that morning.