One of Two Men Arrested for Possession in Black River Falls Sentenced in Jackson County Court

Thursday, July 10th, 2025 -- 12:00 PM

One of two men arrested for possession in Black River Falls was sentenced in Jackson County Court on Wednesday.

On September 23rd of 2024, a Deputy with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department located a wanted subject at a residence in the City of Black River Falls. The subject was identified as Jarred Mortenson of Black River Falls.

Mortenson had an active civil bench warrant issued for his arrest through Jackson County. During the investigation, a canine sniff of a vehicle was conducted by a Sheriff’s Office Sergeant and K9 partner.

A positive alert and subsequent search of the vehicle located a large quantity of suspected heroin, marijuana, US currency, and a firearm. The passenger of the vehicle, Thomas English of Black River Falls, was taken into custody for possessing drugs with intent to deliver.

He was also arrested for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Back in April, English pleaded guilty to possession of drugs with intent to deliver. The other charge was dismissed and read in.

During his court appearance on Wednesday, he was sentenced to 2 years in state prison and 2 years of extended supervision.

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