Three dead in New Lisbon, armed man at large, police department confirms

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Three people were reported dead after a large police presence was seen in New Lisbon Monday, the New Lisbon Police Department reported.

The three were found inside a home in new Lisbon around 4:30 p.m., the police department explained.

Virgil Thew, 47, is wanted in connection to the deaths. He is 5′10″ and 150 lbs. He was last seen wearing a dark brown colored coat and hat.

Thew is considered armed and dangerous. If you see him, do not approach him, and call 911.

WMTV 15 crews reported seeing a significant number of police cars near W Bridge St. in the Juneau Co. city.

The police department said more information would be released Tuesday.

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