2 who fled police found dead in rural Dane County home

Headline: Tragic Domestic Dispute Leaves Three Dead, Infant in State Custody

In a horrifying sequence of events, a domestic dispute that began in Iowa culminated in three deaths and an infant in state custody in rural Dane County. The incident involved a 38-year-old man, Alexander C. Grunke, and a 13-year-old girl, whose identities have not been disclosed by authorities. The tragic ordeal unfolded on Ramsey Road in the town of Albion, leaving a community in shock and grief.

The Dane County and Dubuque County sheriff’s offices provided details of the incident. The man, Grunke, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in a home on Ramsey Road, where he had barricaded himself in the basement. Prior to his death, Grunke and the 13-year-old girl fired on officers during a chase, leading to a harrowing standoff that ended in tragedy.

The 13-year-old girl was later found deceased in a wooded area, her cause of death undisclosed. The entire episode left law enforcement agencies stunned, with Sheriff Kalvin Barrett describing the events as unprecedented and deeply troubling.

The series of events began when the man and girl dropped off a 5-month-old infant at a residence in the town of Dunn, prompting a call to authorities by the concerned family. Shortly after, deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, leading to a pursuit that spanned multiple jurisdictions. Both occupants of the vehicle, Grunke and the teenage girl, engaged in gunfire with law enforcement, fortunately without injury to officers.

The sequence of events escalated when the vehicle was disabled using tire-deflation devices, leading to the tragic end on Ramsey Road. Grunke’s criminal record added a grim layer to the unfolding tragedy, with past charges related to a disturbing incident involving an attempted exhumation of a woman’s corpse.

The community remains somber as details of the incident continue to emerge, shedding light on the troubled history of the individuals involved. The landlords of the properties involved are being supported by local authorities, while organizations like Quarry Kennels and Heartland Farm Sanctuary face the aftermath of the trauma that unfolded in their vicinity.

As the investigation into the incident continues, it serves as a grim reminder of the complexities and tragedies that can stem from domestic disputes. The community is left grappling with the loss and trauma inflicted by this devastating series of events, underscoring the importance of resources and support for those impacted by domestic violence.

Written by staticwire