Man who stole vehicle in Fort Winnebago arrested in Marquette County

FORT WINNEBAGO, Wis. – A man who the Columbia County Sheriff's Office says stole a vehicle in Fort Winnebago was arrested Tuesday afternoon in Marquette County.

A Fort Winnebago resident called 911 around 1:55 p.m. to report his vehicle was stolen from his driveway. A Columbia County Sheriff's Office detective was able to locate the vehicle traveling north on Highway 51 leaving Portage around 2:37 p.m.

The detective followed the vehicle and worked with the Marquette County Sheriff's Office to stop it along I-39.

Officers in Marquette County were able to stop the vehicle near Endeavor. The driver, 37-year-old Justin Susnik of Arkdale, was arrested without incident. Officials said he showed signs of impairment during the arrest.

He is charged with operating a motor vehicle without the owner's consent, driving under the influence of alcohol, fourth offense and bail jumping.

Susnik also had warrants out of Portage and Adams counties.

In Portage County, Susnik is charged with operating while revoked and failing to install an ignition interlock device. Online court records show a warrant was issued for his arrest after he failed to appear for an adjourned initial appearance on Aug. 19

In Adams County, Susnik is charged with two counts of bail jumping, two counts of assault, including one related to a domestic violence assessment, and disorderly conduct during a domestic violence assessment.

The vehicle was returned to its rightful owner. Adams was taken to the Columbia County Jail.