Police: Woman shot, injured near 15th and Hadley in Milwaukee, suspect in custody
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened early Tuesday morning, June 26.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened early Tuesday morning, June 26.
Anonymous donor helps replace basketball hoop stolen from spot where officers, kids play together
MILWAUKEE -- An anonymous donor teamed up with Safe and Sound to replace a basketball hoop stolen this spring.In a post on social media, Milwaukee police said Tuesday, June 26 last summer, while on patrol, Milwaukee Police Officer Joseph Spingola and his partner came upon a large group of kids and young men playing basketball near 35th and Custer.To start a conversation, Officer Spingola asked if he could play, and new relationships developed.PHOTO GALLERYPolice noted that this area is one of the city’s "Promise Zones," where a strategic effort is being made to help residents find jobs, get access to resources, clean up trash and ensure public safety, according to police.Over the summer, Officer Spingola would check back to see how everyone was doing, if anyone needed anything or had any concerns in the neighborhood -- and of course, to play some ball.Fast forward to spring of 2018 -- police said during a neighborhood clean-up event, one of these kids mentioned that the basketball hoop which had served as a gathering spot for kids of all ages around the block was stolen.Officials with Safe and Sound came forward and indicated an anonymous donor had given some money to be used specifically to help a family in MPD's District 4.
MILWAUKEE -- An anonymous donor teamed up with Safe and Sound to replace a basketball hoop stolen this spring.In a post on social media, Milwaukee police said Tuesday, June 26 last summer, while on patrol, Milwaukee Police Officer Joseph Spingola and his partner came upon a large group of kids and young men playing basketball near 35th and Custer.To start a conversation, Officer Spingola asked if he could play, and new relationships developed.PHOTO GALLERYPolice noted that this area is one of the city’s "Promise Zones," where a strategic effort is being made to help residents find jobs, get access to resources, clean up trash and ensure public safety, according to police.Over the summer, Officer Spingola would check back to see how everyone was doing, if anyone needed anything or had any concerns in the neighborhood -- and of course, to play some ball.Fast forward to spring of 2018 -- police said during a neighborhood clean-up event, one of these kids mentioned that the basketball hoop which had served as a gathering spot for kids of all ages around the block was stolen.Officials with Safe and Sound came forward and indicated an anonymous donor had given some money to be used specifically to help a family in MPD's District 4.
'These are not my husband's:' Shooting victim's wife says MPD handed her a key piece of evidence
MILWAUKEE -- The wife of a shooting victim says she went to Milwaukee police to pick up her husband's belongings, and instead, she was handed key pieces of evidence.The shooter's shoes ended up being handed over to the victim's wife, and this family says it points to a huge error at MPD and proof the case isn't being taken seriously.Two devastating gunshots ripped through Jose Hernandez.
MILWAUKEE -- The wife of a shooting victim says she went to Milwaukee police to pick up her husband's belongings, and instead, she was handed key pieces of evidence.The shooter's shoes ended up being handed over to the victim's wife, and this family says it points to a huge error at MPD and proof the case isn't being taken seriously.Two devastating gunshots ripped through Jose Hernandez.
'Terrifying:' Suspect killed when car struck semi after Greenfield police terminated pursuit
MILWAUKEE -- A suspect was killed after police say that person fled a traffic stop in a vehicle early Monday morning, June 25, and crashed into a semi on Milwaukee's south side.
MILWAUKEE -- A suspect was killed after police say that person fled a traffic stop in a vehicle early Monday morning, June 25, and crashed into a semi on Milwaukee's south side.
Police release video of burglary suspects who offered to fix elderly victim's roof
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking two suspects in connection with a burglary involving an elderly victim.It happened Monday, June 18 around 3 p.m. at a home near 6th and Layton Avenue -- where police say the suspects offered to fix the victim's roof.One of the suspects distracted the victim as the other entered the home and stole a substantial amount of money, police say.The first suspect is described as a man between the ages of 20 and 30, Hispanic, standing 5'8" to 5'9" tall, with a slim build.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are seeking two suspects in connection with a burglary involving an elderly victim.It happened Monday, June 18 around 3 p.m. at a home near 6th and Layton Avenue -- where police say the suspects offered to fix the victim's roof.One of the suspects distracted the victim as the other entered the home and stole a substantial amount of money, police say.The first suspect is described as a man between the ages of 20 and 30, Hispanic, standing 5'8" to 5'9" tall, with a slim build.
Police stress reckless drivers will be pursued after policy change: 'Lights and siren mean you pull over'
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales said Monday, June 25 law enforcement officials are working together when it comes to pursuit policies.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales said Monday, June 25 law enforcement officials are working together when it comes to pursuit policies.
Police seek vehicle wanted in connection to Memorial Day homicide near Kern Park
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have released photos of a vehicle connected to a fatal shooting on Memorial Day in an effort to identify the suspect.According to police, the vehicle is a 2007 red Kia Optima sedan.The homicide happened on May 28 around 1:30 p.m. near Kern Park -- near Keefe and Humboldt in Milwaukee.The vehicle has Wisconsin license plate number 586-VSW.Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have released photos of a vehicle connected to a fatal shooting on Memorial Day in an effort to identify the suspect.According to police, the vehicle is a 2007 red Kia Optima sedan.The homicide happened on May 28 around 1:30 p.m. near Kern Park -- near Keefe and Humboldt in Milwaukee.The vehicle has Wisconsin license plate number 586-VSW.Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
Police: Man shot, injured near 39th and Burleigh in Milwaukee, suspect sought
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday morning, June 25.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday morning, June 25.
Police: Woman killed in crash near Green Bay and Glendale; driver arrested
MILWAUKEE -- A woman was killed Sunday, June 24 in a crash that happened near Green Bay and Glendale in Milwaukee -- and an arrest was made.It happened around 3 p.m., and police said this was a case of reckless driving.
MILWAUKEE -- A woman was killed Sunday, June 24 in a crash that happened near Green Bay and Glendale in Milwaukee -- and an arrest was made.It happened around 3 p.m., and police said this was a case of reckless driving.
Milwaukee police chief, city leaders to 'spread the word' about pursuit policy, which changed last fall
MILWAUKEE -- City leaders on Monday, June 25 will hold a news conference aimed at "providing a unified message to residents about the Milwaukee Police Department's vehicle pursuit policy."The news conference, which will include Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales, Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm and members of the Milwaukee Common Council will be held at noon at City Hall.In a news release, Alderman Bob Donovan, chairman of the Common Council's Public Safety and Health Committee said the news conference "will be clear in its messaging about the pursuit policy.
MILWAUKEE -- City leaders on Monday, June 25 will hold a news conference aimed at "providing a unified message to residents about the Milwaukee Police Department's vehicle pursuit policy."The news conference, which will include Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales, Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm and members of the Milwaukee Common Council will be held at noon at City Hall.In a news release, Alderman Bob Donovan, chairman of the Common Council's Public Safety and Health Committee said the news conference "will be clear in its messaging about the pursuit policy.
Man injured after tavern shooting near Humboldt and North
MILWAUKEE -- An investigation is underway after shooting at a tavern left one person injured.It happened near Humboldt and North at around 10 p.m. Saturday, June 23.Officials say a 30-year-old man walked into the hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening.
MILWAUKEE -- An investigation is underway after shooting at a tavern left one person injured.It happened near Humboldt and North at around 10 p.m. Saturday, June 23.Officials say a 30-year-old man walked into the hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening.
Police: Man suffers graze wound to the head after being shot near 21st and National
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near 21st and National on Saturday, June 23.Investigators say at around 6:45 p.m., a 20-year-old man was in a vehicle driving in the area when he heard shots fired.He suffered a graze wound to the head and was taken to the hospital.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near 21st and National on Saturday, June 23.Investigators say at around 6:45 p.m., a 20-year-old man was in a vehicle driving in the area when he heard shots fired.He suffered a graze wound to the head and was taken to the hospital.
Man seriously injured after shooting during domestic incident in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near Cambridge and North Saturday evening, June 23 -- just outside the UWM Cambridge Commons.It happened around 6:30 p.m.According to police, a 32-year-old man suffered a serious gunshot wound and was taken to the hospital.The shooting was found to be domestic violence related.Both the victim and suspect were taken into custody.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near Cambridge and North Saturday evening, June 23 -- just outside the UWM Cambridge Commons.It happened around 6:30 p.m.According to police, a 32-year-old man suffered a serious gunshot wound and was taken to the hospital.The shooting was found to be domestic violence related.Both the victim and suspect were taken into custody.
Police: Man who showed up at hospital with gunshot wound accidentally shot himself
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened Saturday, June 23.Police said around 7 p.m., a 23-year-old man showed up at the hospital with a gunshot wound.An investigation revealed the man originally lied to police, and it was determined that he accidentally shot himself.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened Saturday, June 23.Police said around 7 p.m., a 23-year-old man showed up at the hospital with a gunshot wound.An investigation revealed the man originally lied to police, and it was determined that he accidentally shot himself.
Milwaukee man taken to hospital after shooting near 45th and Meinecke
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near 45th and Meinecke on Friday, June 22.Police say it happened around 4:40 p.m.A Milwaukee man sustained a non-life threatening gunshot wound and was taken to the hospital.The investigation is ongoing.Milwaukee police are seeking a suspect and a motive.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near 45th and Meinecke on Friday, June 22.Police say it happened around 4:40 p.m.A Milwaukee man sustained a non-life threatening gunshot wound and was taken to the hospital.The investigation is ongoing.Milwaukee police are seeking a suspect and a motive.
Girl, 7, in serious condition after being struck by vehicle in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a serious accident that happened near 35th and Florist Friday night, June 22.It happened around 8:45 p.m.According to police, a seven-year-old girl ran into the street and was struck by a vehicle.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a serious accident that happened near 35th and Florist Friday night, June 22.It happened around 8:45 p.m.According to police, a seven-year-old girl ran into the street and was struck by a vehicle.
Father, respected barber gunned down in Milwaukee; daughter says, 'I deserve to know why'
MILWAUKEE -- Police are searching for the suspect responsible for the death of Cortney Huley.
MILWAUKEE -- Police are searching for the suspect responsible for the death of Cortney Huley.
Police: Man shot, injured during argument near 14th and Cleveland in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near 14th and Cleveland Thursday evening, June 21.The call to officials came in shortly before 8:30 p.m.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened near 14th and Cleveland Thursday evening, June 21.The call to officials came in shortly before 8:30 p.m.