Forensics Team to Search for Deleted Texts From Embattled State Natural Resources Board Chair in Records Request

Thursday, July 14th, 2022 -- 11:01 AM

(Raymond Neupert, WRN) A digital forensics team will be searching the phone of Natural Resources Board chair Fred Prehn (PRAYN) for deleted text messages.

Attorneys for Midwest Environmental Advocates said they've turned over data pulled from Prehn's phone to a group that will scour it for records relating to his refusal to step down from the board. His replacement was named by Governor Evers, but was never confirmed by the State Senate.

M E A is performing an open records request and says they have evidence from other sources that Prehn was discussing his plans with other people even before his replacement was named.

Former Governor Scott Walker also urged Prehn to stay on the board to counter any appointments from Evers.

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