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Siblings charged in attempted Bangor bar robbery


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A Sparta, Wis., man recently released from prison and his younger sister are accused of trying to rob a tavern at gunpoint early Friday in Bangor, Wis.

The owner of the Log Cabin Bar on Hwy. 162 said had the robber’s gun not jammed as it was pointed at his face, “I probably wouldn’t be here talking with you today.”
Adam and Megan Yeoman

The gunman was 21-year-old Adam Yeoman, while sister Megan Yeoman, 18, was the getaway driver, authorities said in the criminal complaint filed in La Crosse County Circuit Court.

Both were charged Friday with party to the crime of attempted armed robbery with threat of force.

Bar owner Donald LaBarre said a thin-faced man wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and holding a gun confronted him about 2 a.m. Friday in a breezeway between the bar and banquet hall as he was leaving with money, according to the criminal complaint.

LaBarre said he refused the gunman’s orders to lie down and told a female bartender to get in a truck, lock the doors and run the gunman over, according to the complaint.

“She stated she was so scared she dropped the keys and was unable to start the vehicle,” according to the complaint.

The gunman tried to fire at him, but the silver handgun appeared to jam, LaBarre said. He then wrestled with the robber, attempting to grab the gun.

“I’m not going to lie down and have a guy shoot me in the head,” said LaBarre, 63, of Sparta.

The gunman fled in a gray Jeep Cherokee south toward Interstate 90, without getting any money, the bartender told authorities.

Megan Yeoman was behind the wheel when the vehicle was stopped minutes later between Bangor and West Salem by Wisconsin State Patrol troopers, a La Crosse County sheriff’s deputy and an

Onalaska police officer, said La Crosse County sheriff’s Capt. Kurt Papenfuss.

Authorities found a silver and black handgun in the vehicle’s center console, and Adam Yeoman’s boots matched footprints at the bar, according to the complaint.

Additional charges, including felon in possession of a firearm and obstructing an officer, are expected to be filed against Adam Yeoman at later date, said La Crosse County District Attorney Tim Gruenke. He also could face federal charges for scratching the serial number off the handgun, Papenfuss said, adding that the FBI is involved with the case.

Gruenke declined to comment on the possibility of filing party to the crime attempted homicide charges.

Adam Yeoman was released from a Wisconsin prison Dec. 18 to Attic Correctional Services, 811 Rose St., after a 2½-year sentence for two cases of eluding a police officer in Monroe County, according to online court records. He left Attic on Dec. 22, Gruenke said.

Because he was on extended supervision, that could be revoked and he could return to prison, Monroe County District Attorney Dan Cary said.

Adam Yeoman’s criminal record in Wisconsin dates back to 2003 and includes convictions for first-degree recklessly endangering safety, resisting or obstructing an officer and bail jumping.

Megan Yeoman had no criminal listings on the online court records.

The Yeomans are scheduled to return to court Monday with attorneys. Adam Yeoman is in the La Crosse County Jail on a $25,000 cash bond, while Megan Yeoman is being held on a $2,500 cash bond.

Anne Jungen can be reached at (608) 791-8224 or ajungen@lacrossetribune.com.
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bffs wrote on Jan 10, 2008 11:44 AM:

" This is regarding dean's comment. Just because Adam has been in trouble all the time don't mean you can say crap like that. Yeah he has bad recorde but come on do you want people to say things like that about you. He can be a good kid if he really tries. So he has made some mistakes back off him. He will learn his lesson someday. Let him be.
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brussels09 wrote on Jan 9, 2008 12:43 PM:

" Way to go Don! Sounds like that guy didn't know who he was going up against! "

dean wrote on Jan 9, 2008 12:40 PM:

" If Adam was born 2 days earler he would have4-20 for a birthday=fitting "

anonymos wrote on Jan 8, 2008 10:15 PM:

" Sounds like an inside job. Who else would know that this man would be transporting money at this time of day??? "

thisstoryislame wrote on Jan 8, 2008 12:17 PM:

" after reading all the mindless banter from meximan, all i have to say: Yo quiero taco bell. "

bffs wrote on Jan 8, 2008 11:26 AM:

" I've known Megan all my life. I grew up with her and I beleave she knew nothing of what was ging on. She would do anything for her brothers. Adam is always in trouble. He probly ask her to drive him to the bar so he could get a drink. He was most likely already drunk. Megan is a good kid, and never done anything to get herself or anyone else in trouble. I suport megan all the way. I will always love ya like a sis Megan. Im always here for you no matter what. "

r&r wrote on Jan 6, 2008 5:13 PM:

" To "Jackson": Well said. I feel for you brother!! It's only going to get worse too, alot worse. I fear for the future of this country. True, many are good, hard working people just looking for a better life but all the problems associated with the immigration issue are going to kill this country eventually. The USA is going to become mexico #2 and we're all going to pay dearly for it. "

Jackson wrote on Jan 6, 2008 10:01 AM:

" I dont know I guess its like I almost feel like a minority for being white these days.I sure feel like a minority in my own country anyway. LaCrosse you think the Cuban boat lift saga of the 80s was an invasion you ought to see what its like here in NC. I have a flea market a half mile away that we call the Mexican Walmart that practically shuts down 2 lanes of traffic in each direction of the interstate thats 4 lanes on Sunday morning much equivalant to your 4th of July celebration. Then you can go out to the malls ect and see groups of white people you think are Americans untill they start speaking in a language you dont understand. You aint seen Nothing yet. Meximan there isnt enough hispanic crime in LaCrosse for you to even spout off about. try dealing with MS13 daily! "

Jackson wrote on Jan 6, 2008 9:53 AM:

" OMG BRAD she is away from the computer right now and most likely will be for a long time.
You could always call her mom and get put on her visitor list? "

r&r wrote on Jan 6, 2008 9:49 AM:

" Dear Brad2008,

you sound like an ex-boyfriend scorned by this girl. Are you ok? I hope your feelings for her are not clouding your judgement because I must inform you that she can't read this. She is in jail and I doubt they have computer access. Find another lover whose not in jail. "

Brad2008 wrote on Jan 6, 2008 5:25 AM:

" THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH RACE BOTH THESE PEOPLE WERE WHITE SO GET OFF THE SUBJECT OF RACE...WHY ARE HALF THE COMMENTS ABOUT RACE WHEN NOTHING AT ALL HAS TO DO WITH RACE MY GOD LETS TALK ABOUT WHATS GOING ON HERE DAMN...Megan what is going on with you first you drop out of school then you do this iam very scared for you, you are smart and a good person why would you do something so stupid!!! your not your brother you are better than that. think about your mom and what she would think, this is killing her inside i know you meg and you need to straighten out i will always be there for you forever!!! Hit me up when you get out so we can discuss this i want you to be a better person than this! love brad!!! "

cll07 wrote on Jan 5, 2008 11:10 PM:

" Hmmm, where is the older brother these days? Is he in prison or did he straighten up? "

Old_Fogey wrote on Jan 5, 2008 4:55 PM:

" Too bad this forum disintegrated into another off-topic name-calling fiasco. And ollie.. since when do you get freedom of speech on another's web page? Show me where that is guaranteed. "

r&r wrote on Jan 5, 2008 4:18 PM:

" I agree with SULLY and bschauf!! It's not about race but illegals ruining our country and I also applaud Don for his actions although next time it may not turn out so heroic - be careful and know your criminal. This punk was obviously willing to kill someone and I don't think the attempted homicide charges were actually dropped yet; just on hold - at least I hope they weren't dropped. "

Paladin wrote on Jan 5, 2008 3:59 PM:

" TO: The Shining (wrote on Jan 5, 2008 4:25 AM):" Put them both in jail and throw away the key." Sorry to inform you my friend, but La Crosse has decided that there will be no women's jail. Women will get home detention or a halfway house. So, we have to say: Lock HIM up and give HER a bracelet! "

antieverything wrote on Jan 5, 2008 3:20 PM:

" The old man is a beauty. Dead beat dad "

ollie wrote on Jan 5, 2008 3:17 PM:

" Anybody notice, the Tribune stock price fell into the toilet? I wonder if it has anything to do with a Paper that doesn't believe in freedom of speech or trying to find the truth and actually printing it. Keep deleting the posts of your constituents, you are digging a hole for yourselves. No wonder you have to give away your papers and push the schools to buy them. "

Sully wrote on Jan 5, 2008 2:58 PM:

" Anyone know where I can get a Tru_G dictionary? "

ollie wrote on Jan 5, 2008 2:55 PM:

" If the owner is the same from 20 yrs ago he IS a coward and he owes me $5 grand..................Meximan, You are a race baiter and a misguided fool. "

just the facts wrote on Jan 5, 2008 2:10 PM:

" Here we go again! Exactly how many, BAIL JUMPINGS, must we stand? How many times have do-gooders placed an ankle bracelet on this POS? How many apoligies has he muttered to his victims to satisfy some liberal judge? How many times have some county board members vowed to institute some program at our expense,to rehabilitate this piece of scum? How many second chances does he get? He would have murdered now, who will be next? Your loved one, your son, daughter,relative, not "when", but who? "

MEXIMAN wrote on Jan 5, 2008 2:07 PM:

" "Made"...sorry. "

MEXIMAN wrote on Jan 5, 2008 2:06 PM:

" True "native daughter"...you should read previous blogs about the stabbing,shooting etc...ALL RACIAL. They mad worse remarks and it was ok...i was just testing something out and i'm all of a sudden the bad guy. "

Native Daughter wrote on Jan 5, 2008 12:35 PM:

" Correct me if I'm wrong (and I can be, occasionally), but this story is about crime, and two people from gene wading pool that's gone murky. I never saw I word about race there until MEXIMAN stirred the pot. Crime, like stupidity, comes in all colors, speaks in all languages, and grows in dark ignorance like mushrooms in a cave.
And you can quote me on that, if you like. I'm a northsider, too! "

opinionator wrote on Jan 5, 2008 11:58 AM:

" Rock on Don! I'll be in to shake your hand. But, if he really did try to shoot you, why were the attempted murder charges dropped? "

bschauf wrote on Jan 5, 2008 10:49 AM:

" If you knew Don, this wouldn't surprise you at all. NO WAY is he going to be intimidated by some punk like this! Way to go Don, maybe the next lowlife will think twice about robbing one of the hardest working humble guys in the tri-state area. "

comeonnow wrote on Jan 5, 2008 10:48 AM:

" MEXIMAN. I guess my question is why anyone would throw the race issue at a story that it doesn't belong. If it is because you want to see what people will say in response to it than you need to find something to do to better fill your down time with, because you seem to be the only one that seems to mention it. If you look back to the previous days there were plenty of people bashing him for his extensive record since 2003 (unless the trib removed them by now). It's beautiful outside today. Go sledding or build a friggin snowman to kill some time. "

MEXIMAN wrote on Jan 5, 2008 10:22 AM:

" That was for the "Northsider"....!!! "

MEXIMAN wrote on Jan 5, 2008 10:21 AM:

" I do it just to see what happens and BAM people get all crazy.....you do it on minority blogs and WE are just supposed to take it. Your point has been noted...!!! There is the royal flush..!!! That's what you call wearing the shoe on the other foot don't ya think..??? "

comeonnow wrote on Jan 5, 2008 9:58 AM:

" I am all for anti racism in America, I can't believe all the different races of people that take something like this story that has nothing to do with race and turn it into just that. MEXIMAN, though I agreed with your post at 8:19 a.m. just remember you threw the race card out there so I hope your sitting on a royal flush because you may have a long hand in front of you. All i'm saying is be prepared for some poeple that are going to make certain remarks towards you since you opened that door. "

North Sider wrote on Jan 5, 2008 9:45 AM:

" You know MEXIMAN, it seems to me and should be apparent by most that you are the one who has been pushing the poor downtrodden Mexican in Lacrosse. That is blamed for crime and bad deeds. On more than just this thread. I liken it to a spoiled kid jumping up and down shouting, look at me! You have brought up this issue and pushed it along with your very own shoulder. You look silly. "

Sully wrote on Jan 5, 2008 9:43 AM:

" Hello, Hello, is this thing on? It is not about race. Never has been. I challenge you to prove me wrong. It has always been a question of Legal vs. Illegal with me. Nothing more. Can you not hear that? "

comeonnow wrote on Jan 5, 2008 9:26 AM:

" Well said MEXIMAN. People can't wait for a minority to make the paper so they can start bashing them for their race and how it is expected for them to act in that manner. But not a whole lot is said when it is white for the most part as if we (white folk) have the right to act like that because a lot of people believe that this is our country. Well incase a lot of people don't remember, this country was built in a large part thanks to the African-Americans, Chinese and so on. So why don't you say we forget what race the perps where and focus on the actual crime. "

Sully wrote on Jan 5, 2008 9:21 AM:

" I don't hate Mexicans in the US. I do hate the fact that we continue to allow illegals of any race to work and live in the US in the open and no effort is made to secure our borders or find out who is already here. The only time it comes up is when a crime has already been committed. If people want to come to the US legally I have NO problem at all. There is a huge difference. "

MEXIMAN wrote on Jan 5, 2008 8:19 AM:

" No .."Sully" you don't get it..!!! Race isn't something that i bring up at party's or in a joke...it's who i am, which is "Hispanic". People like you make it an issue and try to divert you hate towards the Mexicans in the U.S. Your always looking for an angle to bash those who look different than you.. I made the previous comment just to see what people would say. I was right ...no one else made racial comments about the two robbers because their white which is accecptable in the community, but people did make comments only about the crime that was committed. The articles that involved people of color were filled with hatefull words that continued on and on...Look for yourself.!!! "

tru_g wrote on Jan 5, 2008 8:12 AM:

" Someone must have hi-jacked Meximan's account. Ain't no mexican up at 6:38AM outside pickin season! "

Sully wrote on Jan 5, 2008 7:44 AM:

" White yes. But legal. Do you even read what people write. Obviously you don't get it. Always the first to bring up race when the discussion is about illegal intruders to our country. But go ahead and continue to agree with yourself. I want you to be happy. White people commit a lot of crime no one has denied that. Trash comes in all colors. However we don't need to allow people to break and enter into the US so we can increase the problem. "

tru_g wrote on Jan 5, 2008 7:42 AM:

" Yo Meximan - That's a wigger crime maricon! "

tru_g wrote on Jan 5, 2008 7:39 AM:

" I'd pimp that ho all day! "

opinionator wrote on Jan 5, 2008 7:35 AM:

" What happenned to the attempted murder charges originally reported by the Trib? CCAP only has attempted armed robbery with threat of force. Did he really try to use the gun or not? "

chief5151 wrote on Jan 5, 2008 7:32 AM:

" that chick looks pretty hot "

Nikki Beaverhausen wrote on Jan 5, 2008 7:17 AM:

" This guy has been a chronic problem since grade school and it just keeps escalating. It doesn't surprise me and everything the justice system has served up as a solution obviously hasn't worked. At the tender age of 22 he's already a habitual criminal. It's sad I but I don't know what would turn this one around. "

MEXIMAN wrote on Jan 5, 2008 6:38 AM:

" Looks like a white crime to me boss.!!! I thought that only hispanics caused all of the crime in the LaCrosse area..!! Wow imagine that i'm right again.. "

Exercise wrote on Jan 5, 2008 6:32 AM:

" Who's the better gene pool contributer? Yeoman or the bar owner who antagonized him to the point of Yeoman pulling the trigger, with shear luck that the gun was defective? The bar owner put his life and the life of employees in danger for the sake of later bar bragging rights? "

opinionator wrote on Jan 5, 2008 5:24 AM:

" Did you see the news report on these two idiots? Their parents must be very proud! I hope they don't have any other siblings. We need these mental defects removed from the gene pool. "

The Shining wrote on Jan 5, 2008 4:25 AM:

" Put them both in jail and throw away the key. They don't belong in society. "


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