Milwaukee police: Murder victims ID'd in violent weekend
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police have identified the victims of two weekend homicides.Milwaukee police say 34-year-old Tycer Lee was shot and killed near 29th and Lisbon on Saturday, May 17th.Police have arrested the suspect believed to be responsible for this homicide.Milwaukee police have identified the two individuals shot and killed in a triple shooting that occurred on Sunday afternoon, May 18th -- Milwaukee's "Ceasefire Sabbath."The victims in that shooting are 49-year-old Marvin Smith and 31-year-old Wilbert Lewis.Police say no arrests have been made in connection with this shooting incident.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police have identified the victims of two weekend homicides.Milwaukee police say 34-year-old Tycer Lee was shot and killed near 29th and Lisbon on Saturday, May 17th.Police have arrested the suspect believed to be responsible for this homicide.Milwaukee police have identified the two individuals shot and killed in a triple shooting that occurred on Sunday afternoon, May 18th -- Milwaukee's "Ceasefire Sabbath."The victims in that shooting are 49-year-old Marvin Smith and 31-year-old Wilbert Lewis.Police say no arrests have been made in connection with this shooting incident.
"Cascade of bullets" as three shot, two killed on "Ceasefire Sabbath"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On a beautiful Sunday afternoon -- a triple shooting in the city of Milwaukee -- on Ceasefire Sabbath.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On a beautiful Sunday afternoon -- a triple shooting in the city of Milwaukee -- on Ceasefire Sabbath.
Busy night for Milwaukee police: 3 shootings in just 20 minutes
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police investigated three shootings within 20 minutes of each other late Saturday and early Sunday morning.The first shooting happened at 11:45 p.m. Saturday a block north of 24th and North Ave.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police investigated three shootings within 20 minutes of each other late Saturday and early Sunday morning.The first shooting happened at 11:45 p.m. Saturday a block north of 24th and North Ave.
Night of Ceasefire Sabbath brings more violence as police respond to shooting
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police were on the scene of a shooting that occurred in the 2500 block of West Vliet on Sunday, May 18th.Police say a 24-year-old man was shot and injured.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police were on the scene of a shooting that occurred in the 2500 block of West Vliet on Sunday, May 18th.Police say a 24-year-old man was shot and injured.
Gunfire erupts on Milwaukee's north side, one man dead
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened overnight on the city's north side."He was a real good dude he didn't deserve that," said Dreacy Armstrong, friend of the victim. "Tyson was a good dude he just knew everybody around the neighborhood he talked to everybody, he was a happy dude."As he lays a miniature teddy bear on the ground, Armstrong and his girlfriend reminisce about their friend, affectionately known as Tyson."I just talked to him yesterday took my breath away that he is gone ," said Armstrong.A face known by many, even blocks away."That was somebody I knew it's just random and frustrating to know, one day you are here, the next day you are gone," said Michael Gooden, victim's friend.Police say the 34-year-old victim was shot in the 2800 block of Lisbon Avenue after getting into a dispute with someone he knew.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened overnight on the city's north side."He was a real good dude he didn't deserve that," said Dreacy Armstrong, friend of the victim. "Tyson was a good dude he just knew everybody around the neighborhood he talked to everybody, he was a happy dude."As he lays a miniature teddy bear on the ground, Armstrong and his girlfriend reminisce about their friend, affectionately known as Tyson."I just talked to him yesterday took my breath away that he is gone ," said Armstrong.A face known by many, even blocks away."That was somebody I knew it's just random and frustrating to know, one day you are here, the next day you are gone," said Michael Gooden, victim's friend.Police say the 34-year-old victim was shot in the 2800 block of Lisbon Avenue after getting into a dispute with someone he knew.
Tavern dispute leads to gunfire, search for suspects
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 32-year-old man was shot and wounded on Milwaukee's north side on Friday evening, May 16th after what police called a tavern-related dispute.The shooting happened near 27th and Atkinson around 8:45 p.m. -- but the victim was found by police and fire personnel near 27th and Capitol.The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries.There are no suspects in custody at this time.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 32-year-old man was shot and wounded on Milwaukee's north side on Friday evening, May 16th after what police called a tavern-related dispute.The shooting happened near 27th and Atkinson around 8:45 p.m. -- but the victim was found by police and fire personnel near 27th and Capitol.The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries.There are no suspects in custody at this time.
Allegedly assaulted at gunpoint, neighbors hear the screams
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Police are looking into a report of a woman raped at gunpoint.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Police are looking into a report of a woman raped at gunpoint.
Plea to stop the violence: Family, friends remember Dricka Hodges
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A little more than a month ago, a 29-year-old mother was killed -- she was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A little more than a month ago, a 29-year-old mother was killed -- she was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Looking to the future: Milwaukee police unveil new patch
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Police are changing, not a big change, but one you will soon be able to see in a newly designed patch."Our uniform is still the same.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Police are changing, not a big change, but one you will soon be able to see in a newly designed patch."Our uniform is still the same.
Violence during Ceasefire Week: Is the message even getting through?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee saw four shootings on Wednesday, May 14th -- in the middle of Ceasefire Week.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee saw four shootings on Wednesday, May 14th -- in the middle of Ceasefire Week.
11-year-old girl one of two shot near 25th & Capitol in broad daylight
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police say an 11-year-old girl was one of two victims of a shooting that happened on the city's north side on Wednesday afternoon, May 14th -- in the middle of "Ceasefire Week." This is one of THREE confirmed shootings to occur in Milwaukee on Wednesday."Been a bunch of crazy things going on in this city," Tony Stewart, who witnessed the shooting, said.The shooting happened near 25th and Capitol Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police say an 11-year-old girl was one of two victims of a shooting that happened on the city's north side on Wednesday afternoon, May 14th -- in the middle of "Ceasefire Week." This is one of THREE confirmed shootings to occur in Milwaukee on Wednesday."Been a bunch of crazy things going on in this city," Tony Stewart, who witnessed the shooting, said.The shooting happened near 25th and Capitol Dr.
Violence during "Ceasefire Week" as police respond to THIRD shooting
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police responded to a total of three shootings on Wednesday, May 14th -- in the middle of "Ceasefire Week."The first shooting occurred near 25th and Capitol Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police responded to a total of three shootings on Wednesday, May 14th -- in the middle of "Ceasefire Week."The first shooting occurred near 25th and Capitol Dr.
Honoring heroic actions: MPD honors officers, citizens who went above & beyond
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Police Department on Wednesday night, May 14th will pay tribute to officers and citizens who have helped others beyond what is expected.The ceremony will take place on Wednesday evening at the Police Academy off of Teutonia Avenue.87 law enforcement officers and 15 citizens will receive merit awards for their actions.Conway Nimmer, Kenneth Daugherty and Andrew Moutry are three of the officers being recognized on Wednesday night for risking their lives in order to save others."We're responsible for the community.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Police Department on Wednesday night, May 14th will pay tribute to officers and citizens who have helped others beyond what is expected.The ceremony will take place on Wednesday evening at the Police Academy off of Teutonia Avenue.87 law enforcement officers and 15 citizens will receive merit awards for their actions.Conway Nimmer, Kenneth Daugherty and Andrew Moutry are three of the officers being recognized on Wednesday night for risking their lives in order to save others."We're responsible for the community.
Milwaukee police identify victims in two homicides
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police identified on Monday, May 12th two victims of homicide that occurred in the city on Sunday, May 11th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police identified on Monday, May 12th two victims of homicide that occurred in the city on Sunday, May 11th.
BUSTED: Teen arrested after stolen phone rings in backpack
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police arrested a teenage suspect involved in the armed robbery of two teenage victims.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police arrested a teenage suspect involved in the armed robbery of two teenage victims.
Suspect sought: Tri City Bank in Milwaukee robbed
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police are searching for a suspect responsible to robbing the Tri City Bank located inside the Pick 'n Save on South Chicago Avenue.The suspect entered the bank just before 8 p.m. on Sunday, May 11th.According to officials, no weapons were implied or displayed.Police say the suspect fled the scene on foot and has not yet been located.The investigation is ongoing.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police are searching for a suspect responsible to robbing the Tri City Bank located inside the Pick 'n Save on South Chicago Avenue.The suspect entered the bank just before 8 p.m. on Sunday, May 11th.According to officials, no weapons were implied or displayed.Police say the suspect fled the scene on foot and has not yet been located.The investigation is ongoing.
Police: Woman struck by bullet while lying on couch
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Friday morning, May 9th in the 3400 block of N. 12th Street.Markers indicate where bullets pierced a home."It's a real sad thing when you can't be in your house and feel safe," said Dice Jones, concerned resident.Neighbors in the 3400 block of N. 12th St.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Friday morning, May 9th in the 3400 block of N. 12th Street.Markers indicate where bullets pierced a home."It's a real sad thing when you can't be in your house and feel safe," said Dice Jones, concerned resident.Neighbors in the 3400 block of N. 12th St.
Scrap yard owner ordered to close business by MPD
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A local scrap yard is in hot water for accepting stolen decorative sidewalk gates and is being forced to close for 90 days as a result of the infraction.According to police, warnings were issued to the owner of H&R but no changes were made.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A local scrap yard is in hot water for accepting stolen decorative sidewalk gates and is being forced to close for 90 days as a result of the infraction.According to police, warnings were issued to the owner of H&R but no changes were made.
Fired police officer fined $2,000, must complete community service
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A fired Milwaukee police officer who was convicted of slamming a suspect's head against a wall has been fined $2,000.The Milwaukee County judge also sentenced Lloyd to 250 hours of community service.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A fired Milwaukee police officer who was convicted of slamming a suspect's head against a wall has been fined $2,000.The Milwaukee County judge also sentenced Lloyd to 250 hours of community service.
Car collides with school bus filled with students
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A car collided with a school bus filled with students near 27th and Lincoln in Milwaukee on Friday afternoon, May 9th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A car collided with a school bus filled with students near 27th and Lincoln in Milwaukee on Friday afternoon, May 9th.