Crime & Safety

Waukesha Woman Grabbed Harasser By Wrist Until Police Arrived

The woman took matters into her own hands - literally - by holding onto the boy by his wrist until police showed up.

WAUKESHA, WI — A Waukesha mom grounded her son for the next two weeks after the boy reportedly was caught harassing another woman on the 2100 block of Macarthur Road just before 8 p.m. Tuesday.

According to police reports, a young man was cursing at the woman and harassing her in what was described as an ongoing problem.

The woman took matters into her own hands - literally - by holding onto the boy by his wrist until police showed up.

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The woman dialed 911 and informed police of the situation, and they responded to the scene several minutes later.

When police talked with the offending juvenile's mother, they were both advised of local nuisance ordinances.

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