Child Abduction Emergency Extreme | Effective 04-04-2026 03:30

Event: 
Child Abduction Emergency
Urgency: 
Immediate
Expires: 
April 4, 2026 - 4:30am
Description: 
A Child Abduction Alert has been issued in Monroe & La Crosse Counties for the following child: Irene J. Lentz, 8 year old white female, brown hair, hazel eyes, and unknown clothing description. Child is missing from Wautoma, WI. Vehicle was last seen in Monroe County near Sparta. Law enforcement authorities believe the child may be in the company of the following individuals: Joseph A. Nicpon Jr., 44 year old white male and Betty J. Lentz, 34 year old white female. They may be traveling in a 2005 Blue Buick Terreza Van with WI license plate BCU3028. The vehicle was last seen heading westbound on I-90 near Sparta. If you have any information on the whereabouts of Irene J. Lentz please contact Wautoma Police Department at 920-787-3321.
Area Description: 
La Crosse - EAS
Forcast Office: 
201794,DCI,WI Department of Justice
Sender: 
201794_DCI_WI_Department_of_Justice