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Child shot in Milwaukee near Burleigh and Richards; in critical condition

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FOX6 News Milwaukee
Crime and Public Safety
Published July 3, 2026 5:56 AM CDT
Published July 3, 2026 5:56 AM CDT
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Child shot in Milwaukee near Burleigh and Richards

The Brief

    • A child was wounded in a shooting in Milwaukee on Thursday night, July 2.
    • A 9-year-old was shot around 11:19 p.m. near the intersection of Burleigh and Richards. 
    • The victim was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

MILWAUKEE - A shooting in Milwaukee on Thursday night, July 2, left a child wounded. 

Child shot

What we know:

According to the Milwaukee Police Department, a 9-year-old was shot around 11:19 p.m. near Burleigh and Richards. 

The victim was taken to the hospital in critical condition. 

The circumstances leading up to the shooting are under investigation. Police continue to seek unknown suspect(s). 

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MPD tips

What you can do:

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.

The Source: The information in this post was provided by the Milwaukee Police Department. 

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