Holmen police: Squad struck, suspect jailed; more cases possible

HOLMEN, Wis. (WEAU) - A suspect is in custody after being accused of throwing an object at a patrol vehicle and striking the windshield.

According to Holmen police, on the evening of Oct. 22, 2026, at around 8:12 p.m., an officer was traveling north bound on Sand Lake Road near County Road OT. As the officer passed a vehicle traveling southbound on Sand Lake Road, a passenger in the vehicle threw an object at the patrol vehicle, striking the windshield.

A traffic stop was conducted on the suspect vehicle. The suspect was arrested and booked into the La Crosse County Jail on suspicion of two felony charges.

Holmen police say similar incidents may have occurred earlier that same evening and in the weeks leading up to it, in and around Holmen.

If you have been the victim of a similar incident, you are encouraged to contact the Holmen Police Department.