5/27/2025

MARINETTE COUNTY - Ten people face felony drug charges after a several-months-long, multi-agency investigation into meth trafficking ring operating in and around Marinette County, Wisc.  Over several months, investigators identified several individuals involved in the sale and distribution of methamphetamine. Between April 3o and May 2.  The 10 people arrested as a result of the investigation are each charged with one count of conspiracy to commit delivery of methamphetamine greater than 50 grams, a class C felony punishable by up to 40 years in prison and/or fines of up to $100,000.

Gabriel J. Kurek, 48, of Peshtigo

Bruce A. Cassady, 45, of Lena

Johnathan L. Block, 49, of Pound

John R. Hager, 33, of Grover

Crystal S. Barthel, 33, of Antigo

Scott M. Klatt, 47, of Menominee MI

Maya E. Lindsay, 23, of Marinette

Hunter L. Shehow, 23, of Peshtigo

Maggie M. Throm, 24, of Menominee MI

Nickolas J. Wood, 27, of Marinette