Milwaukee fatal shootings Saturday; 4 killed
4 killed in Milwaukee shootings Saturday
Four people were killed in different shootings in Milwaukee on Saturday, May 31.
MILWAUKEE - Four people were killed in different shootings in Milwaukee on Saturday, May 31.
41st and Glendale
What we know:
An 18-year-old was shot around 5 a.m.
Scene at 41st and Glendale
Police said the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office identified the victim as Nakwon Genous of Milwaukee.
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Officers are looking for whoever is responsible.
2nd and Auer
What we know:
Two people were fatally shot around 6:08 p.m.
Police said a 29-year-old was pronounced deceased at the scene and a 48-year-old was transported to the hospital and died from their injuries.
The medical examiner identified the victims as 29-year-old DeAndre Bolden and 48-year-old Gregory Crump – both of Milwaukee.
Scene near 2nd and Auer, Milwaukee
The investigation is ongoing. Police continue to seek anyone involved.
95th and Brown Deer
What we know:
At about 10:05 p.m., a 49-year-old was shot and pronounced dead at the scene. Officials identified the victim as Aerion Winters.
Police said a 61-year-old was arrested.
Scene at 95th and Brown Deer, Milwaukee
This investigation is ongoing and charges are pending review by the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.
Residents respond to a violent weekend
What they're saying:
The Locust Street Festival, held Sunday, June 1, is an unofficial start to the summer, but just a few blocks away was a somber turn of the season. Milwaukee residents hope the rest of the summer is a different story.
"Everyone is vibing, good energy," DeJohn Smith said. "I don’t like that we have to go through this every summer."
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"Communication. Solve your problems without guns," said Marc Graves. "It is sad. Because the younger generation are not growing to be older and it is sad. They have their whole life ahead of them."
Scene at 95th and Brown Deer, Milwaukee
"Any time there is an event like that I believe that we should come together," said resident David DaSilva.
Crime stats
By the numbers:
According to Milwaukee police crime data, there have been 49 homicides so far this year.
That's up by four from the same timeframe the year before. That data hasn't been updated since last Thursday, so these latest shootings haven't been added yet.
MPD tips
What you can do:
Police are still looking for the people involved in two of the shootings.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact the MPD at 414-935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or use the P3 Tips app.
The Source: The Milwaukee Police Department and Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office provided the information.