Critically missing Milwaukee man found dead: Medical examiner

Published July 8, 2026 6:03 AM CDT

James Spears

UPDATE: The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office says that 45-year-old James Spears was pronounced dead early Wednesday morning, having been struck at highway speed by a truck traveling northbound on I-43 near Capitol Drive.

The original reporting is below.

Missing man

What we know:

The Milwaukee Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a critically missing 45-year-old man, James Spears.

James was last seen walking in the area of 10th and Abert at approximately 11:25 p.m. on July 7. 

He is described as a male, black, 5'6" tall, approximately 130 pounds, with a thin build, bald head, and brown eyes. 

James was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, red pants, and a baseball hat.  

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Police tips

What you can do:

Anyone with any information is asked to call the Milwaukee Police Department, District 5 at 414-935-7252.

The Source: The information in this post was provided by the Milwaukee Police Department. 

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