Milwaukee police shooting, 98th and Lisbon; suspect dead after pursuit

Suspect dead in Milwaukee police shooting

A 38-year old man died after Milwaukee police shot him during a pursuit near 98th and Lisbon on Tuesday, Feb. 3, after officers say he was armed and refused commands to drop a gun.

MILWAUKEE - A 38-year old man died after being shot by Milwaukee police during a pursuit Tuesday afternoon, according to the Milwaukee Police Department.

Pursuit leads to shooting

What we know:

Police said officers conducted a traffic stop shortly before 5 p.m. near Fond du Lac and Locust. The suspect initially stopped but then drove off, leading officers on a pursuit for reckless driving.

Police presence on Lisbon Avenue south of Capitol Drive, Milwaukee

During the pursuit, police said a passenger exited the vehicle. The chase ended near 98th and Lisbon, where the suspect stopped the car and fled on foot.

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Police said during the foot pursuit, officers observed the suspect armed with a gun and gave multiple commands for him to drop the weapon. When the suspect refused, officers fired their weapons, striking him.

Suspect succumbs to injuries

Dig deeper:

The suspect was transported to a local hospital, where he later died. Police said the suspect’s firearm was recovered at the scene.

Police presence on Lisbon Avenue south of Capitol Drive, Milwaukee

MPD said it is still searching for a known passenger who fled earlier during the pursuit.

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The two officers who discharged their firearms are a 46-year-old man with more than 10 years of service and a 40-year-old man with more than eight years of service. Both officers have been placed on administrative duty, which is standard procedure in officer-involved shootings.

Police presence on Lisbon Avenue south of Capitol Drive, Milwaukee

Investigation continues

What's next:

The Milwaukee Area Investigative Team will investigate the incident, with the Brookfield Police Department serving as the lead investigative agency.

Police said the investigation remains active and ongoing.

Police briefing

Watch:

Milwaukee police involved in fatal shooting briefing

Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman provides an update after an officer-involved shooting near 98th and Lisbon on Tuesday, Feb. 3.