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Joseph D. Thammavongsa. (Courtesy Portage Co. Jail)
Joseph D. Thammavongsa. (Courtesy Portage Co. Jail)

Man arrested for fleeing after dramatic arrest near Backwoods Bar

December 9, 2020

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