THORNAPPLE, Wis. (WFRV) – A 56-year-old Wisconsin man was taken into custody and is being charged with attempted first-degree homicide after allegedly shooting someone in the head.
According to the Rusk County Sheriff’s Office, deputies received a call around 10:30 p.m. regarding a man with a possible gunshot wound to the head at Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith.
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Authorities responded to the hospital and learned the victim was involved in a physical altercation at a residence in the township of Thornapple.
Due to the seriousness of the crime and the possible usage of a firearm, the Barron/Rusk County Emergency Response Team was activated. Together, they took 56-year-old William Irvin II into custody.
Court records show that Irvin II is charged with:
- Attempt 1st-Degree Intentional Homicide
- Domestic Abuse – Infliction of Physical Pain or Injury
- 1st Degree Reckless Injury
- Domestic Abuse – Infliction of Physical Pain or Injury
- Possess Firearm-Convicted of a Felony
- Substantial Battery-Intend Bodily Harm
- Domestic Abuse – Infliction of Physical Pain or Injury
- Disorderly Conduct
Irvin II made his first court appearance on Thursday, May 2, for a bail/bond hearing. During court, prosecutors argued for a $25,000 cash bond while the defense countered with a $2,000 bond. Ultimately, the Judge opted for a $20,000 cash bond with conditions of no contact with the victim.
Following Thursday’s court appearance, Irvin II was scheduled for an initial appearance on May 6. There was no update regarding the victim’s status.
No additional details were provided.
