An Oconto man walking in the middle of the street in Fond du Lac armed with a gun has been taken into custody. Shortly after 3pm Monday police received a 9-1-1 call from a man who said he was armed with a pistol walking in the street at the intersection of Marquette Street and E. Merrill Avenue. When officers arrived the man yelled obscenities and told officers to shoot him. When the man turned toward East Rees Street near a school police used less lethal sponge rounds, used negotiations and eventually took a 23 year old Oconto man into protective custody.
If you are in a mental health crisis, there are many services and support available to you whether you need someone to talk to, you need someone to respond, or you need a place to go. If you are in imminent danger or experiencing a medical emergency call 9-1-1. If you are having thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself, call the Fond du Lac County Crisis Line at 920-929-3535 or 9-8-8 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The Fond du Lac County Crisis Line and 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provide free and confidential support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis. To reach out to the FDLPD Co-Response Team call the Fond du Lac County Communications Center non-emergency line at 920-906-5555. No further details or information are being released at this time. The Fond du Lac Police Department was assisted at the scene by Fond du Lac Fire/Rescue.
