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Cole Criminal Complaint

PRESS RELEASE

 

UPDATED INFORMATION AS OF JUNE 15, 2010

Tammy S. Cole  waived extradition this morning, June 15, 2010.  She will be transported by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department Transport Team from the Boone County Jail in Illinois back to the Monroe County Jail in Sparta.

A bond hearing will be held on Thursday, June 17, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. at the Monroe County Courthouse, Sparta, Wisconsin

UPDATED INFORMATION AS OF JUNE 10, 2010

The Wisconsin Crime Laboratory personnel completed a thorough examination of the victim’s residence on April 27, 2010. Numerous evidentiary items  were found at the location of the homicide; most of which have been examined by laboratory personnel.  Investigators have spent several days conducting interviews and gathering information in Kane and Boone Counties in Illinois.

A forensic autopsy was completed. The findings determined that Vance Evans died as the result of a single gunshot wound to the back of the head.

Today we announce that we have concluded that Vance Evans was the victim of a Homicidal act. As a result of the investigative findings, and in consultation with Monroe County District Attorney Dan Cary, we have filed a Criminal Complaint and Arrest Warrant for:

Tammy S. Cole of 8S918 Dugan Road, Big Rock, Il  Tammy Cole’s  Date of Birth is January 31, 1964.

Tammy S. Cole is charged with First Degree Intentional Homicide; Use of a Dangerous Weapon in the death of Vance L. Evans, a Homicide that occurred on or about Tuesday, April 27, 2010, in the City of Tomah.

Throughout this investigation, Investigator Robert Walensky of the Tomah Police Department and Special Agent John Christophersen of the Wisconsin Division of Criminal Investigations have conducted numerous  interviews and gathered information pertaining to the  death of Vance Evans. A incident of this magnitude calls for a great deal of investigative focus and resources. Smaller agencies such as ours have the luxury of calling on the Wisconsin Department of Justice and their resources as needed. Their investigative, analytical and technological expertise have played a significant role in this homicide investigation.

At approximately 6:30 p.m. on  June 10, 2010,  Tammy S. Cole,  turned herself in to law enforcement officers at the Boone County, Il. Sheriff’s Department.

Tammy S. Cole is charged with First Degree Intentional Homicide; Use of a Dangerous Weapon in the death of Vance L. Evans, a Homicide that occurred on or about Tuesday, April 27, 2010, in the City of Tomah.

UPDATED INFORMATION AS OF MAY 11, 2010

As of May 11,2010 Investigators are continuing to conduct interviews and gather information pertaining to this death investigation. A special agent from the Wisconsin Department Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation is working with Investigator Rob Walensky from the Tomah Police Department. This investigative resource enhances the efficiency and timeliness of the large volume of investigative activities that need to be completed.

The Wisconsin Crime Laboratory personnel completed a thorough examination of the victim’s residence on April 27, 2010. The evidentiary items that were gathered at the location of the incident are at the Wisconsin Crime Laboratory and being processed.

Investigators have spent several days conducting interviews and gathering information in and around the area of Illinois where Mr. Evans resided for approximately thirty years. Investigators are also waiting for responses related to information being obtained via subpoenas.  More information will be provided as the investigation progresses.

 

UPDATED INFORMATION AS OF APRIL 28, 2010

As of April 28, 2010, an autopsy of the victim has been performed. At this time, the cause of death was as the result of a gunshot wound. Investigators are continuing to conduct interviews and gather information pertaining to this death investigation.

 

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Date of Release:        April 27, 2010
Date/Time of Incident:   April 27, 2010  1:24 a.m.
Type of Incident:        Death Investigation
Place of Occurrence:     316 Woodard Ave, Tomah WI

Victim:    Vance L. Evans, M/W, 53 yoa. The victim was found dead at this residence.


Summary of Incident:
On April 27, 2010 at 1:24 a.m., the Monroe County Communications Center received a 911 call requesting officers to respond to 316 Woodard Avenue in the City of Tomah.  Officers found Vance L. Evans dead.

The Tomah Police Department requested assistance from the Wisconsin Crime Lab, Field Response Unit, along with the Monroe County District Attorneys Office. The Field Response personnel arrived at the Tomah Police Department at about 6:30 a.m. During the preliminary scene investigation, investigators found that Evans appeared to have suffered from a gunshot wound.

The body of the victim will be transported to Madison for an autopsy and toxicology. The death remains under investigation.  Anyone with information related to this matter is encourage to contact Investigator Rob Walensky of the Tomah Police Department at (608) 374-7400 or (608)374-7410

 END OF NEWS RELEASE

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Initial Press Release

Date of Release:        April 27, 2010
Date/Time of Incident:   April 27, 2010  1:25 a.m.
Type of Incident:        Death Investigation
Place of Occurrence:     300 Block, Woodard Ave, Tomah WI

Deceased:      53 year old, white male

Summary of Incident:
On April 27, 2010 at approx 1:24 a.m. the Monroe County Communications Center received a 911 call requesting officers to respond to a residence on the 300 block of Woodard Ave in the City of Tomah.  Upon arrival officers located a white male, 56 years of age, deceased.

The Wisconsin Crime Lab, Field Response Unit, along with the Monroe County District Attorneys Office are assisting the Tomah Police Department.

The death remains under investigation.

 END OF NEWS RELEASE