Milwaukee murder-suicide investigation on city's northwest side
Milwaukee Police Department (MPD)
MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide that unfolded on the city's northwest side early Sunday, Nov. 19.
Officials say around 3 a.m. Sunday, they were dispatched to the Mariner Pointe Apartments – near N. 99th Street and south of Bradley Road. Officers found a 44-year-old victim who had suffered a gunshot wound. That person was pronounced deceased on the scene.
Police say the shooting suspect, a 60-year-old, was also located at the scene with a fatal gunshot wound – which appears to be self-inflicted.
On Friday, Nov. 24, The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office identified the victim and suspect in this case. The 60-year-old suspect was identified as Edward Burgess. The 44-year-old victim was identified as Elizabeth Behlmer.
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Officials say this incident appears to be domestic violence related.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or P3 Tips.