Milwaukee street takeover on city's southside; police say no arrests
MPD confirms street takeover at 13th and Burnham
Milwaukee police dispersed a street takeover on the city's south side Sunday evening, June 8.
MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee police confirmed for FOX6 News there had been a street takeover at 13th and Burnham Street on the city's south side on Sunday evening, June 8.
Events like these are often fueled by social media, city officials have said.
Street takeover confirmed
What we know:
Officials said there were no arrests and no injuries at the location on Sunday evening.
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Street takeover investigated at 13th and Burnham, Milwaukee
FOX6 News has a crew on the scene – and we will update this post when more information is available.
MPD on street takeovers
What we know:
To address the problem of street takeovers, the Milwaukee Police Department told the Milwaukee Common Council back on May 22, that they will be doing what's called directed patrol missions.
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Five teams of police officers will be dedicated to the north side and five to the south side, along with two tow trucks to crack down on the takeovers and those involved.
MPD created a map of 52 locations where these takeovers are happening.
Milwaukee street takeovers; police hope to curb, hold people accountable
"Street takeovers" have been taking over Milwaukee streets recently, raising concern among residents and city officials.
What you can do:
Milwaukee police say if you see street takeovers happening, call and report them so officials can send officers.
The Source: The information in this post was provided by the Milwaukee Police Department and a FOX6 News crew on the scene.