Jan. 7, 2025
TOMAH, Wis. – A second person wanted in a Thanksgiving attempted homicide in Tomah is now in custody. Tomah Police had been looking for 30-year-old David Hintz, since the stabbing at a residence in Tomah on Thanksgiving Day.
Hintz and the first suspect, Justin Novak, are accused of stabbing the victim during an argument. Novak was arrested shortly after the stabbing.
Last evening, Tomah Officers received information that David Milton Hintz was at an address in the City of Tomah. Attempts were made to have contact with someone at this address, but they were unsuccessful. Officers continued surveillance for hours and were able to develop information that supported applying for a search warrant. A search warrant was applied for and obtained.
According to Tomah Police, earlier this morning the Monroe County Combined Tactical Unit began serving the warrant and located several people at the residence. Information was gathered that indicated David Milton Hintz was likely inside the residence. Efforts were made to communicate with David Milton Hintz, but he refused to cooperate. The structure was systematically cleared, and David Milton Hintz was located hiding in a crawl space. David Milton Hintz was not cooperative but was eventually taken into custody.
Tomah Police say they recognize these operations impact our community in many ways and they worked tirelessly and as efficiently as possible to resolve this matter without lengthy interruptions. A statement on social media expressed appreciation to the public.
“Your support and cooperation allowed these law enforcement professionals to safely work and effectively take a dangerous person into custody.
Assisting the Tomah Police Department:
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office – 911 Communications Division, Tomah Fire Department, Tomah Area Ambulance Service, Wisconsin State Patrol, Sparta Police Department, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office- Wisconsin, Monroe County Emergency Management, Larkin’s GMC Towing, and the Tomah Area School District.
Tomah Police Department Statement on Dec. 11, 2024
The Tomah Police Department is searching for David M. Hintz (30 / Tomah). David M. Hintz is believed to be in the greater Warrens area. David M. Hintz has a Department of Corrections warrant for his arrest. Additionally, a warrant has been authorized by Monroe County Circuit Court Judge Todd Ziegler related to the following criminal charges:
– Attempted First Degree Intentional Homicide (PTAC-Repeater)
– 1st Degree Reckless Injury-Use of a Dangerous Weapon (PTAC-Repeater)
– Aggravated Battery-Use of a Dangerous Weapon (PTAC-Repeater)
– 1st Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety-Use of a Dangerous Weapon (PTAC-Repeater)
– False Imprisonment-Use of a Dangerous Weapon (PTAC-Repeater)
***Anyone harboring or aiding David M. Hintz may face criminal charges pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 946.47.***
We encourage anyone with information on David M. Hintz’s whereabouts to contact the Tomah Police Department Investigations Unit at 608-343-3754. DO NOT approach or try to apprehend David M. Hintz. Callers can remain anonymous and potentially receive a reward through Crime Stoppers (608-372-STOP).
PTAC = Party to a Crime
Description:
Height: 5’08”
Weight: 160
Hair: Blond/Strawberry
Eyes: Blue
Build: Small
Alias: “Twin”
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Asst. Chief Eric Pedersen
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