Waukesha tactical situation, shots fired; suspect in custody
Scene in downtown Waukesha
WAUKESHA, Wis. - A heavy police presence flooded downtown Waukesha on Thursday night, Oct. 2, after multiple reports of gunfire. A 31-year-old man was taken into custody.
What we know:
The City of Waukesha Dispatch Center received calls around 7:58 p.m., alerting authorities to shots fired in the area of Main and Wisconsin. Police and fire crews were immediately dispatched, and nearby residents were quickly evacuated for safety.
The investigation revealed that multiple gunshots were fired from the suspect’s apartment, into walls of other adjoining apartments.
The Waukesha Police Department made entry into the suspect’s apartment and located him with self-inflicted gunshot wounds to his legs. Aid was rendered to the suspect, who was taken to the hospital for treatment.
No one else was injured.
Firearms were recovered at the scene.
No officers discharged their firearms during this incident.
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Dig deeper:
Investigators said they are looking into all possible motives, but emphasized there is currently no indication of an ongoing threat to the public.
Officials asked the public to continue avoiding the area while first responders complete their work.
What you can do:
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Waukesha Police Department at 262-524-3833.
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The Source: The Waukesha Police Department provided information and FOX6 News had a crew on the scene.