Crime
Murder-Suicide: Man shot his wife at Apple Rehab Cromwell center before turning the gun on himself
The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
A devastating incident occurred at the Apple Rehab facility in Cromwell on Friday morning. A man fatally shot his wife, an 81-year-old resident, before turning the gun on himself.
Michael Landi, Apple Rehab’s vice president of operations, confirmed the tragic event.
The shooting took place at 11 a.m. in the victim’s private room, where there were no witnesses present.
Emergency services were immediately notified, and both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. The victim’s name has not been publicly released.
Landi stated that there were no known threats or indications of violence prior to the incident.
The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
Apple Rehab is providing comprehensive support and counseling services to its staff and residents in the wake of this tragedy.
KinderCare, located next door to Apple Rehab, implemented a lockdown procedure as a precautionary measure.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
Crime
Charges filed in Manitowoc County against Jesse Vang and Katrina Baur in the death of Elijah Vue
Manitowoc County, WI – Authorities have announced charges against two individuals in connection with the tragic death of Elijah Vue, a young toddler who was previously reported missing from Two Rivers.
Jesse Vang, 39, the boyfriend of Elijah’s mother, Katrina Baur, faces the following charges:
- Physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death (felony)
- Hiding a corpse (felony)
- Obstructing an officer (misdemeanor)
Katrina Baur, 31, has been charged with:
- Chronic neglect of a child, consequence is death (felony)
- Neglecting a child, no harm and child < 6 years (felony)
- Resisting or obstructing an officer (misdemeanor) x2
Manitowoc County District Attorney Jacalyn LaBre stated, “This has been a complex investigation involving a meticulous review of hundreds of pages of police reports, video evidence, and other materials. The charges we have filed today reflect that diligent and thorough work.”
The charges against Vang and Baur come following an extensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Elijah’s disappearance and subsequent death. Vang had initially reported the toddler missing on February 20, 2024.
Previously, Vang and Baur had been charged with child neglect related to events prior to Elijah’s disappearance and death.
Elijah’s remains were tragically discovered on September 7, 2024.
Vang and Baur are scheduled to appear in court on Friday to face the newly filed charges.