Milwaukee, WI
Harsh winter conditions keep tow truck companies busy
WEST ALLIS, Wis. — The frigid temperatures mixed with snow and excessive winds stored tow truck corporations within the Milwaukee space busy.
Speedy Peedy Towing and Restoration in West Allis responded to greater than 40 calls inside 8 hours on Friday in southeastern Wisconsin. They helped with towing, jumpstarting automobiles, winching out autos and accident emergency calls.
Jeff Blaha is among the tow truck drivers that responded to calls.
Blaha stated throughout the final two days he has jumpstarted automobiles and towed different autos that crashed due to snow and excessive winds.
“That made the job, I suppose you’ll say, somewhat bit on the tough aspect, nevertheless it’s one thing that we have now to do in an effort to guarantee that individuals are completely satisfied and we are able to get them taken care of as shortly and as safely as doable,” stated Blaha.
The tow truck driver with 30 years of expertise additionally stated that even in these extraordinarily chilly circumstances, there may be nothing else he would fairly be doing.
“It’s nearly being out right here doing my job and making an attempt to have enjoyable. I don’t really matter what number of calls. You simply attempt to preserve going from one name to the opposite to do one of the best you’ll be able to,” stated Blaha.
Blaha additionally identified that it’s vital that motorists transfer to the aspect for tow truck autos when they’re flashing their lights to allow them to reply to calls as shortly as doable.
Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee Christmas Day stabbing; man arrested
MILWAUKEE – A 25-year-old was stabbed in Milwaukee on Wednesday, Dec. 25.
The Milwaukee Police Department said it happened at approximately 1:15 p.m. near 36th and Sarnow. The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment of non-fatal injuries.
The suspect, a 30-year-old man, stabbed the victim during a fight. Police said the incident was domestic violence related.
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The suspect was arrested.
Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office.
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