Milwaukee shootings Wednesday night; 2 wounded, 1 arrested

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Milwaukee police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred Wednesday night, May 3. Two men were wounded as a result of the shootings. 

The first shooting happened around 7:25 p.m. The victim, a 29-year-old Milwaukee man, arrived at the hospital suffering serious injuries.  The scene of the incident, suspects and circumstances are still being determined.

The second shooting happened around 8:40 p.m. near 76th and Howard. 

A 38-year-old Milwaukee man was shot, suffered non-life threatening injuries, and was treated at the hospital.  A 35-year-old woman was arrested during the investigation. 

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The incident appears to be accidental and charges of negligent handling of a firearm will be presented to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's office in the coming days.  

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