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flag Former Wausau fire chief pleads guilty to stealing over 1,000 painkiller vials, including fentanyl, from department between 2024 and 2025.

flag Jared Thompson, former Wausau Fire Division Chief, has reached a plea deal after being accused of stealing over 1,000 vials of pain medication, including fentanyl and hydromorphone, from the department between early 2024 and mid-2025. flag Officials say he diverted the drugs while responsible for ordering supplies, with coworkers reporting suspicious behavior, including off-duty visits and evidence of drug use. flag An audit revealed a massive discrepancy, far exceeding the department’s typical annual usage. flag Thompson, who was terminated in September 2025, faces three felonies and two misdemeanors, with a potential sentence of over 10 years. flag A plea and sentencing hearing is scheduled for March 9, 2026, and he remains free on a $25,000 bond.

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