Former Milwaukee police officer identified as suspect in West Bend death investigation: police sources
Suspect in West Bend death is former MPD officer
A former Milwaukee police officer has been confirmed to be the suspect in a West Bend death investigation.
WEST BEND, Wis. - The suspect in a West Bend death investigation that left four dead was a former Milwaukee police officer, according to police sources.
Former MPD officer suspect
What we know:
Two police sources confirmed to FOX6 News that the suspect in a West Bend death investigation was a former Milwaukee police officer.
West Bend police have not confirmed specific details of what occurred during the incident, but they did say the suspect is believed to be among the deceased.
FOX6 is not naming the suspect at this time as they have not been formally identified by West Bend police.
West Bend death investigation
The backstory:
According to West Bend police, a woman, a boy, a girl and a man were all found dead inside a home near Edgewood and Wisconsin at around 11:47 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7.
Another girl was transported to a hospital for treatment.
A dog was also found dead in the home.
Four killed in West Bend home shooting
West Bend officers found two children and two adults dead inside a home after a shooting on Saturday, Nov. 7. A dog was also killed, and another girl was wounded.
"Everybody within the home is connected to one another," said Lt. Brian McAndrews of the West Bend Police Department. Official identities of the victims have not been released yet as family members are still being notified.
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Dig deeper:
While specific details of the incident have not been released, West Bend police did say a firearm that they "believe was involved was found inside the home."
This is an ongoing investigation.
Community response
What they're saying:
"Everyone’s just in shock. I was definitely in shock not knowing who was still. I don’t know. I just couldn’t fathom," said Vera Ley, an area resident.
"I’m just down here trying to figure out if these were some of my kids' friends," Ley said. "My family and I will be praying for them."
Police tips
What you can do:
Investigators are asking anyone with information to call the West Bend Police Department at (262) 335-5000.
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Police also urge the public to contact Friends Inc at 262-334-5598 if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence.
The Source: Information in this story was gathered from Lt. Brian McAndrews, the West Bend Police Department, Vera Ley and other police sources.