Sheriff Timothy Wilz reaction to his Republican primary victory for a second term was Waupaca County Sheriff. Wilz has “effectively” been re-elected sheriff and barring any write-in candidates for the November election will have secured a second term.

Wilz garnered 5,207 votes to Det. Sgt. Cameron Durrant’s 3,748 votes.

On his Wilz for Sheriff Facebook page, Wilz stated:

“Our sincere, heartfelt appreciation is extended to every one of our supporters, voters and followers from afar. We could not have been victorious without everyone’s support.

“Today is great day for Law Enforcement within Waupaca County as we have prevailed against a system that is trying to compromise our safety by spreading misleading allegations and false information and 11th hour Political smear tactics. Truth has Prevailed!

“Your Sheriff’s Office is committed to protecting and serving all citizens of Waupaca County.”

The Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department still faces possible criminal charges relating to a dispute with the Waupaca County District Attorney’s Office.

In a statement, District Attorney Veronica Isherwood said, “In an effort to move forward the District Attorney requested a Public Integrity investigation of the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office from the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Division of Criminal Investigation. That investigation has been completed. As a result of the criminal investigation into the actions of the Sheriff and some of his administrative staff, the Waupaca County Circuit Court has appointed a Special Prosecutor to review the investigation for possible criminal charges.”