Standoff Ends: Woman Found Dead, Man Arrested

Chad Haworth has been sentenced to 32 years in prison, including credit for time served, following a deadly standoff in Hudson, Wisconsin. The resolution comes after an incident that began with a welfare check on a Wednesday afternoon.

Authorities were alerted by a man who made concerning comments suggesting someone was in danger within a Namekagon Street residence. This man, later identified as Chad Haworth, also made threats indicating he might force officers to shoot him. The situation escalated into an hours-long standoff.

After Haworth was taken into custody and transported to St. Croix County Jail, a subsequent search of the home revealed the body of a 54-year-old woman. Investigators are continuing to determine the exact cause of her death, though court documents indicate Haworth admitted to harming her. He has been charged with first-degree intentional homicide.

Neighbors described hearing banging and screaming during the incident, and witnessed a significant law enforcement presence, including a tactical unit. Some windows of Haworth's home were reportedly smashed during the operation. Haworth expressed concerns about his wife cheating and potentially poisoning him.