A West Salem man is in custody after trying to break into a house along State Highway 56 between Viroqua and Viola.
According to the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened around 5:15 on Saturday morning. The 9-1-1 callers said they heard cries for help outside and when officers arrived, Role Davis was found and arrested. He didn’t appear to be hurt. The Vernon County Sheriff’s Office said they believe drugs may have been a factor in the incident. Davis will appear in court today.
