Manhunt underway in Kenosha; suspect wanted in connection to homicide

Kenosha police search for violent offender; 75th Street and 22nd Avenue

Kenosha police on Wednesday morning were searching for a violent offender near 75th Street and 22nd Avenue.

KENOSHA, Wis. - A manhunt is underway in Kenosha for 33-year-old Marckus L.A. Plaza – he's a person of interest in connection to a homicide. 

Wanted person

What we know:

Marckus is believed to be on foot. Police believe he is attempting to seek transportation out of the area. He has ties to the City of Kenosha and to Lake Geneva.

He's described as a 33-year-old male, black, approximately 5’6" tall, 190 pounds. He was last seen wearing dark-colored sweatpants and a white tank top. 

Kenosha police are asking residents to use caution in the area surrounding 75th Street and 22nd Avenue and to call 911 immediately if you observe Marckus Plaza.

Marckus L.A. Plaza

Homicide investigation

What we know:

According to the Kenosha Police Department, officers were called out to a residence near 75th Street and 22nd Avenue on Wednesday morning. 

Upon arrival, officers located one female victim deceased. 

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Kenosha police search for violent offender; 75th Street and 22nd Avenue

Kenosha police search for violent offender; 75th Street and 22nd Avenue

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