Trevor Man, 30, Accused Of Using Fake Movie Money To Pay For Massage At Salem Lakes Spa; Charged With Four Felonies, Released On No-Cash Bail

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Robert Paul Gillan allegedly, 30, of Trevor
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SALEM LAKES, Wis. — A 30-year-old Trevor man is facing four felony charges after authorities say he altered counterfeit movie prop money to make it look like legitimate currency and used it to pay for a massage at a Salem Lakes spa. Robert Paul Gillan allegedly admitted to purchasing the fake money on eBay and altering it so that he could use it to pay for a massage he could not afford. On Monday, October 19, 2026, Kenosha County Court Commissioner Daniel “Catch & Release” Kellum released Gillan on no-cash bail despite prosecutors filing seven criminal charges, including four felonies.

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Kevin Mathewson

Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

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Anonymous says:

October 19, 2026 at 3:14 PM

I agree with the signature bond. If it was cash, he’d probably use the movie money.
This does not warrant felony charges. With an understaffed DA’s office, charge the misdemeanors and move on.

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Anonymous says:

October 19, 2026 at 3:31 PM

I feel bad for whomever had to massage that, barf.

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