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Fire crews responded to smoke and fire at a downtown Stevens Point mixed-use building on Main Street. The Stevens Point Police Department and Wisconsin Division of Criminal Investigation are handling the criminal investigation into this incident. This ongoing investigation affects businesses operating in the downtown area.
WSAU · Oct 9, 2026Jacob W. Turner, age 23, was arrested on arson charges related to a fire that happened on October 9th in Stevens Point. The blaze was reported at 920 #A Main Street and required help from multiple agencies to put out. This arrest relates to the safety concerns within the community's downtown area.
WSAU · Oct 11, 2026Only 2 publishable local items were found for this period. No unrelated stories were added.
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Jacob W. Turner, 23, was arrested on arson charges following a fire that occurred on October 9th in Stevens Point. The fire was reported at 920 #A Main Street and required the assistance of multiple agencies to extinguish.
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Fire crews responded to smoke and fire at a downtown Stevens Point mixed-use building on Main Street. One person was treated for injuries, and two tenants are receiving assistance from the Red Cross. The Stevens Point Police Department and Wisconsin Division of Criminal Investigation are handling the criminal investigation into the incident.
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Police are investigating a fire that occurred Friday morning at a downtown Stevens Point apartment building, considering it a possible crime.
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