Barron County, WI – A man was arrested Tuesday morning following allegations of two sexual assaults that reportedly occurred within the past 48 hours, according to the Barron County Sheriff’s Department.
The arrest took place around 10:38 a.m. on October 28, 2025. Sheriff’s deputies, assisted by the Rice Lake Police Department and Washburn County Sheriff’s Department, took the suspect, identified as Devon Bernstein, into custody. Authorities said Bernstein allegedly attempted to evade arrest before a deputy deployed a Taser to subdue him.
According to Barron County Sheriff Jodi Kummet, Bernstein was transported to the Barron County Jail, where he is awaiting formal charges. No injuries were reported during the arrest, and additional details about the alleged assaults have not yet been released.
Law enforcement officials stated the investigation remains ongoing, and no further information will be shared until charges are filed through the Barron County District Attorney’s Office.
Residents with relevant information are encouraged to contact the Barron County Sheriff’s Department.
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