UPDATE: Oshkosh Police reporting a 34 year old Kaukauna man has been taken into custody in connection with this case.
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ) – Oshkosh Police have provided more details about a man that was found dead at home last Friday.
Police identified 47-year-old Steven Mallas as the deceased victim on Wednesday.
“According to Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office Steven Mallas died as a result of a complication from a battery,” says Officer Kate Mann with the Oshkosh Police Department.
The incident was reported in the 400 block of Boyd Street.
“No weapons were reported being used during this battery,” says Officer Mann
Police are continuing their investigation and even with the violent nature of the incident, officials are assuring families in the area that they are not in extended danger.
“We feel that this was an isolated incident and that the public is not at any risk,” explains Officer Mann.
At this point, any tips may help lead the department to an arrest.
“Right now we’re looking for any information that people would have in regards to this incident,” says Officer Mann.
The Oshkosh Police Department can be reached at 920-236-5700 and individuals can remain anonymous by contacting Winnebago County Crime Stoppers at 920-231-8477.
