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Man threatens to burn house over money dispute, Rice Lake WI

audio iconFamily Offense
Near 20 1/2 Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868

A man with mental health problems threatened to set fire to his house with himself inside if his soon-to-be ex-wife did not give him money. He also threatened to harm her.

Audio|Source: Barron County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Steve to call from a Diane Peterson.
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She's calling concerned about her soon-to-be ex-husband at Gary Peterson.
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He resides at 2120, 20 and a half avenue.
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He contacted Diane this morning and told her that if she does not give him $5,000, he's going to start the house on fire with him inside and try to take her down with him if he can.
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Diane advised he does have some mental health issues unknown if he's taken his medication, and it sounds like he's been making several threats towards Diane recently.

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Near 20 1/2 Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868
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