EDGAR, Wis. — Residents who travel Highway 97 and nearby roads are being asked to check dashcam footage and share any information after a herd of 20 steers was reported stolen from a farm between 8 p.m. July 7 and the morning of July 8.
The animals, described by the seller as Holstein and Holstein/Angus cross steers, are each about 800 pounds. The group carries white ear tags with numbers in the 100–300 range, Premier Livestock and Auctions, LLC said in a social media post seeking help locating the animals.
What officials say and what to watch for
Premier Livestock encouraged anyone who was traveling in the area — specifically along Highway 97 between Highway N and Blueberry Road — to report sightings of unusual activity such as livestock being loaded, unfamiliar trailers or vehicles moving livestock at night.
Local law enforcement is involved in the investigation, and Premier Livestock said even small tips could be helpful. Authorities have not released details about possible suspects, arrests or recovered animals as of Saturday evening.
- Number of animals: 20 steers
- Breed: Holstein and Holstein/Angus cross
- Approximate weight: 800 pounds each
- Ear tags: white tags numbered from 100 to 300
- Time frame: between 8 p.m. July 7 and the morning of July 8
- Location: farm on Highway 97 between Highway N and Blueberry Road, near Edgar
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Animals stolen | 20 steers |
| Weight | About 800 lbs. each |
| Ear tag range | 100–300 (white tags) |
| Reported time | Evening of July 7 to morning of July 8 |
| Reported location | Highway 97 between Highway N and Blueberry Road, near Edgar |
Why this matters locally
Livestock theft can carry significant financial impact for small and family farms, and stolen animals sometimes reappear at remote auction barns or are transported across county lines. Neighbors and commuters can play a key role by reporting observations that might help trace routes used by the thieves or identify vehicles and trailers involved.
Officials ask that anyone who noticed livestock being loaded, saw unfamiliar trailers, or observed suspicious activity in the area overnight to contact Premier Livestock or local law enforcement. The farm seller thanked the public in advance for assistance in bringing the animals home.
If you have information, check any local auction footage, trailer dashcams or home security recordings for the specified time period and provide tips to authorities.
News Block will update this report as police or Premier Livestock release further details.
